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A New Way to Clean Acid Mine Water with Biochar

May 25, 2026

A team of researchers made a special charcoal by heating together sunflower heads, coal ash, and calcium chloride. They mixed the ingredients in a 1:1 ratio and heated them to 600 °C. The resulting material could grab more than 180 mg of sulfate per gram from dirty water, which is a lot for th

science

Dilithium: The Tiny Crystal That Powers the Star Trek Fleet

May 25, 2026

Starships in the famous space series rely on a tiny, pink mineral to travel faster than light. This mineral, called dilithium, is not a real rock but an imagined piece of technology that helps turn the violent clash between matter and antimatter into controlled energy. In practice, a ship’s engin

sports

A different approach to MMA: What a top fighter thinks about the new league plan

May 25, 2026

Scott Coker is trying to launch a new MMA league by 2027 with $60 million behind it. The league will focus on just one weight class at first, running a big tournament-style event. But Aljamain Sterling, a former UFC champion, isn’t convinced this is the best way to grab fans’ attention. Tournaments

technology

Quantum Tech vs Old-School Tricks: Who Makes Better Suggestions?

May 25, 2026

Shopping online or picking a movie can feel like a lucky dip—unless smart systems step in. These systems track what people buy or watch, then guess what others might like next. Right now, most use “classical” math to spot these patterns. But that math struggles when there’s too much data or too many

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Young Gamers Show Their Skills in a Big Esports Showdown

May 24, 2026

This weekend, Busan Esports Arena hosted a first-of-its-kind event where video games took center stage in a national competition. For the first time, esports was included in the National Youth Sports Festival, giving students a chance to compete in both team and solo matches of FC Online. Over 40 pl

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Sports fans have plenty to watch this weekend

May 24, 2026

Sunday packs a punch with racing, soccer, and playoffs filling the TV schedules. The day kicks off early with motorcycles racing in France at 11 a. m. Eastern—dirt bikes flying through tight turns in the MXGP series. Meanwhile, car fans can catch IndyCar qualifying at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway

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Dricus Du Plessis questions Khamzat Chimaev’s focus after UFC fight

May 23, 2026

After losing to Sean Strickland at UFC 328, Khamzat Chimaev’s weight-cut struggles became a hot topic. But his opponent, Dricus Du Plessis, isn’t buying the excuses. The South African fighter pointed out that tough weight cuts are common in MMA. Fighters often drop around 12 pounds in the final stre

crime

Pontiac takes a stand against gun violence with new health-focused approach

May 23, 2026

The city of Pontiac in Michigan has officially labeled gun violence as a major public health problem, not just a crime issue. A recent vote by local leaders recognized that even with fewer shootings, the emotional and financial damage lasts for years. Councilman Chris Jackson pushed for this change,

politics

Colbert’s Final Show: A Political Farewell and Media Drama

May 22, 2026

Stephen Colbert ended his run on CBS with a mix of sharp political jabs and celebrity cameos. His monologues had long focused on criticizing President Trump and supporting Democratic causes, turning the show into a platform for partisan commentary. In July 2025 CBS announced it would end “The

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NHL Teams Up With U. S. Regulator to Keep Sports Betting Fair

May 22, 2026

The National Hockey League has entered a new partnership with the U. S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission to protect betting markets linked to hockey games. The deal, signed by CFTC Chair Michael Selig and NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman, sets up a system where each side appoints contacts who will