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Young People and the Climate Change Dilemma: To Have Kids or Not?

December 30, 2025

Young adults today are facing a tough choice. They know a lot about climate change. They worry about their future. Jobs, homes, and even having kids are big questions. Climate change is making them anxious. They wonder if it's fair to bring children into this world. What do the experts say about thi

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Odd Things We Should Be Thankful For

November 28, 2025

Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on the good things in life. It's easy to appreciate the big stuff, like family and health. But what about the little, odd things that make life interesting? Driving can be a nightmare, but there's something refreshing about a day when no one cuts you off or ignores

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Michigan Takes Action Against Tiny Plastic Pollution

October 17, 2025

Michigan is stepping up its fight against microplastics, those tiny plastic bits that are everywhere. The state is launching a week-long campaign to educate people about this growing problem. From October 19 to 26, Michigan will host a series of events, including a cleanup in Lansing and a virtual s

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Green Nanofibers: A Breath of Fresh Air

December 22, 2024

As we become more aware of our environment, we're paying closer attention to tiny particles that can pollute the air we breathe. Scientists are working on new, eco-friendly materials for air filters that are both efficient and easy to use. One promising material is a blend of zein and ethylcellulose

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Birdhouses Built by Midlands Students Aim to Protect Screech Owls, Wood Ducks, and Eastern Bluebirds

October 29, 2024

In Columbia, South Carolina, students at Heyward Career and Technology Center in Richland School District One are working on a project that's more than just a school assignment. Led by construction teacher Frank Gilbert, the students are building birdhouses for screech owls, wood ducks, and eastern