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Cheyenne's Big Bet on AI: A Power Play with a Catch

July 29, 2025

Cheyenne, Wyoming, is set to become a major player in the AI world. A new AI data center is coming to town. It will use a lot of power. In fact, it will use more electricity than all the homes in Wyoming combined. That's a huge amount of energy. Why Cheyenne? The city has cool weather and cheap ele

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How Faith Talks Can Help Teens in Therapy

July 29, 2025

In the Netherlands, a new way to mix faith and therapy is being tested. It's called the faith relationship interview, or FRI for short. Here, teens and their therapists chat about beliefs, feelings about God, and how their faith shapes their relationships. Eight teens and four therapists took part

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A New Haven for Alzheimer's Families on Long Island

July 28, 2025

Long Island now has a unique place for people with Alzheimer's and their families. The Barbara Rabinowitz Education & Resource Center in Amityville is the first of its kind. It helps families learn to care for their loved ones with dementia. The center also has fun activities for patients, like kara

crime

Justice Served: Football Boss and Rebel Leader Jailed for Atrocities in Central African Republic

July 24, 2025

In a landmark ruling, two men were found guilty of grave crimes in the Central African Republic (CAR). Patrice-Edouard Ngaïssona, once a prominent figure in African football, and Alfred Yekatom, a former rebel leader, were sentenced for their roles in violent attacks targeting Muslims between 2013 a

science

Shining a Light on Halogenated Silanes: How Atoms Change Glow

July 18, 2025

Luminescence, or the ability to glow, isn't just for fireflies and light bulbs. It's also happening in some special chemicals called halogenated silanes. Scientists took a close look at five of these chemicals: HT, CT, IT, CS, and FS. They wanted to see how different halogens (like chlorine and iodi

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Teens and Drugs: What's Really Going On?

July 18, 2025

Teens and drugs. It's a big topic. But what's it really like for them? A recent study dug into this, looking at the risks, what protects teens, and how to help. First, let's talk risks. Teens face a lot. Peer pressure, stress, and curiosity can push them towards drugs. But it's not all about them.

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Uncovering the Hidden Stories of 19th Century Migrants in South Australia

July 18, 2025

Researchers have been digging into the lives of 19th-century migrants to South Australia. They used a special way of looking at things called a Complex Adaptive Systems (CAS) framework. This helps them see how different factors connect and affect each other. It's like putting together a puzzle with

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Screens and Stress: How Gadgets Affect Young Teens

July 17, 2025

Young teens today are glued to their screens. It's a common sight. But what does this mean for their mental health? Many studies suggest a strong link between screen time and feelings of anxiety and depression. It's not just about the time spent on devices, but also how it affects their minds. Firs

environment

Making Carbon Capture Work for Businesses

July 17, 2025

Carbon capture and storage (CCS) is a key tool in the fight against climate change. It works by trapping carbon dioxide emissions before they enter the atmosphere. However, it's not as widely adopted as it could be. One big reason is that the current incentives aren't strong enough to encourage comp

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Unlocking Colorful Glow: The Science Behind Smart Phosphors

July 17, 2025

Ever wondered how some materials can glow in different colors and ways? Scientists have created a new type of phosphor that can do just that. This isn't your average glow-in-the-dark stick. It's a special material called LAO:PG, which stands for LaAlO3 co-doped with Pr3+ and Gd3+ ions. What makes it