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How Wheels Can Teach Us About Friction

July 9, 2025

Friction is a force that we feel every day. It is the reason why things slow down or stop when they slide. Scientists have known for a long time that friction between two dry surfaces does not change with speed. But what if there are many points of contact, and each one moves at a different speed? T

politics

Trump's Pick of Five: A New US Strategy for Africa?

July 9, 2025

The White House is hosting a small gathering of African leaders this week, but not all are impressed. Only five countries from the continent are invited. This is not the first time Trump has done this. He hosted a similar event in 2017. This time, the focus is on business opportunities. The invited

technology

Prime Day Picks Under $100: Smart Choices for Everyday Needs

July 9, 2025

Prime Day is here, and it's easy to get swept up in the excitement. But with so many deals, it's tough to know where to start. Let's cut through the noise and highlight some of the best bargains under $100. From tech gadgets to home essentials, there's something for everyone. Starting with tech, th

politics

French Far-Right Party Faces Police Raids and Financial Scrutiny

July 9, 2025

The National Rally (RN), a prominent far-right party in France, is under fire after police raided its headquarters and several associated companies. The raids, conducted by 20 finance brigade officers, were part of an ongoing investigation into potential fraud and misuse of campaign funds. Prosecuto

health

Keeping the Care Going: Blue Shield and UC Strike a Deal

July 9, 2025

Blue Shield of California and the University of California (UC) have just made a deal to keep patients connected to UC health services. This agreement, lasting three years, ensures that people with Blue Shield insurance won’t lose access to UC facilities. Recently, many people got new insurance car

science

How Our Brain Handles Stories: A Network Story

July 9, 2025

The brain processes language in layers, like a story with words, sentences, and paragraphs. Different brain areas handle these layers at different speeds. When we listen to a story, brain activity moves through these areas with slight delays. To understand this, a special network was built to mimic

politics

Health Care Hurdles: The Impact of New Laws on Women's Choices

July 9, 2025

The Supreme Court has made a big change that affects women's health care. Now, states can stop Planned Parenthood from getting money through Medicaid because it provides abortions. This is a problem because many women rely on Medicaid for important health services like birth control and pregnancy te

education

Berkeley County Schools Boost Mental Health Help for Students

July 9, 2025

Berkeley County Schools are stepping up their game to support students' mental health. They've got big plans to make sure kids get the help they need. The district has a multi-year plan called the Continuous Improvement Cycle, running from 2021 to 2026. This plan includes creating a new alternative

sports

Rochester's Big Play: New Sports Hub on the Horizon

July 9, 2025

Rochester is getting a major sports upgrade. The city council just greenlit the outdoor design for a huge sports and recreation complex. This isn't just any project—it's a $65 million investment, funded by the city's sales tax extension that voters approved last year. The complex will sprawl across

science

Life After Life: What Near-Death Tales Tell Us

July 9, 2025

People from all corners of the globe and throughout time have shared stories of near-death experiences (NDEs). These tales are not all the same. Some are quite different. Yet, many have common threads. This makes people wonder: Do these experiences hint at life after death, or are they just tricks o