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Local Kids Showcase Their Skills in Big Events

March 19, 2025

In early March, young athletes from North Idaho made their mark in various sports events. Four middle schoolers from the North Idaho Distance Project club team traveled to New York to compete in the Nike Indoor Nationals. This event took place at the Nike Track and Field Center at The Armory from Ma

crime

AI and Crime: A New Era of Digital Danger

March 19, 2025

The European Union's police agency has raised an alarm. AI is making organized crime more powerful. This is a big problem for all 27 countries in the EU. The agency released a report every four years. It shows how crime is changing. Cybercrime is now a big fight. It targets governments, companies, a

health

The Sound Check: How Reliable Are Hearing Aid Tests?

March 19, 2025

Hearing aid users often face issues with sound being too quiet or too loud. This problem is quite common. To tackle this, new tests were created to measure how well hearing aids work at different sound levels. These tests focus on the softest sounds that can be heard and the loudest sounds that ar

sports

Jakob Ingebrigtsen: The Norwegian Phenomenon

March 18, 2025

Jakob Ingebrigtsen is more than just a runner; he is a force in the world of middle- and long-distance track events. This Norwegian athlete has made a significant mark by breaking records and consistently pushing the boundaries of what is possible. His achievements include multiple Olympic gold meda

sports

Rory McIlroy's Unusual Path to Victory

March 17, 2025

Rory McIlroy's victory at the Players Championship was not just about skill, but also about adapting to unusual circumstances. The tournament took place on a Monday, which meant the course was empty of other players. This gave McIlroy a unique opportunity. He decided to use this quiet time to his ad

crime

The Power of Gold in Detecting Methamphetamine

March 17, 2025

Detecting methamphetamine, a drug that messes with both the mind and body, is crucial for law enforcement. This drug, often abbreviated as MAMP, can cause serious health issues and even death if too much is taken. Finding a quick and accurate way to detect it in the field is essential. In a recent

science

The Power of Bone Slices in DNA Extraction

March 17, 2025

The current methods for extracting DNA from bones are not perfect. They often destroy the bone and have unpredictable results. When bones are ground into a fine powder, the DNA inside can break apart. Plus, unwanted substances can mix in, making the DNA harder to study. Despite some attempts to chan

technology

Ransomware on the Loose: Medusa's Double Extortion Scheme

March 16, 2025

In recent times, cybersecurity experts have raised alarms about a sneaky ransomware group called Medusa. This group has been causing trouble since 2021, and it's not slowing down. They use phishing to trick people into giving up their login details. Once they have what they want, they lock up the

science

Keeping Metabolites Stable: The Power of Silica Monoliths

March 15, 2025

Metabolomics is a field where scientists study the small molecules, or metabolites, in our bodies. These molecules can change based on how samples are handled and stored. This is a big problem when samples need to be moved from one place to another for analysis. Sometimes, these samples can degrade

politics

Trump's Economy Hits a Rough Patch

March 14, 2025

The economy is a hot topic right now, and it's causing some headaches for President Trump and his Republican allies. The stock market has been on a downward spiral, and many experts are worried about a potential recession. Trump's approach to the economy, which includes imposing tariffs and cutting