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Wikipedia and News: A Tale of Bias

May 9, 2026

In recent months, a whistle‑blower named Sanger has challenged the idea that Wikipedia is neutral. He says the site now favors “establishment” viewpoints and dismisses certain conservative voices by labeling them unreliable. Sanger highlighted a 2024 audit of the article on Zionism. The page was

environment

Wildfires Cut Trips, Prescribed Burns Boost Visits

May 9, 2026

In 2020, two massive fires in Colorado—Cameron Peak and East Troublesome—devastated popular spots around Rocky Mountain National Park and nearby forests. Even five years later, the landscape still shows blackened slopes and closed trails, hinting that people are avoiding these areas. Recent research

opinion

Phones Out of Class: Seattle Leads the Way

May 9, 2026

Seattle’s newest school chief, Ben Shuldiner, rolled out a statewide ban on cellphones in elementary and middle schools just three months after taking the job. The rule stops students from using phones from bell to bell, while high‑schoolers can keep them during lunch and passing times. The decision

politics

TikTok Settlement Sparks Debate Over How $400 Million Will Be Used

May 9, 2026

A huge settlement of about $400 million is close to being finalized between the U. S. government and TikTok, according to sources familiar with the case. The money comes after a lawsuit that accused the app of gathering private data from children under 13 without parental approval. The case was brou

politics

White House Meeting Sparks Friction in Pro‑Life Circle

May 9, 2026

Anti‑abortion groups plan to sit down with White House staff on Friday, reflecting a growing sense of impatience over President Trump’s pace in pushing tougher abortion limits. The conversation follows comments from Marjorie Dannenfelser, head of Susan B. Anthony Pro‑Life America, who said that a

entertainment

Giant Slide Lets Kids Feel the Power of Energy

May 9, 2026

A brand‑new attraction at Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry invites visitors to experience energy in a literal way. The 33‑foot slide, part of the “Powering the Future” exhibit that opened on May 8, lets children glide down a steel tube while learning about the forces that keep our world movi

science

A Trail of Science Stories

May 9, 2026

Ned Rozell, who spent three decades writing about Alaska’s science for the university’s forum, rode a 515‑mile bike trip from Fairbanks to Unalakleet before he retired. During the ride, he was honored with three awards: the Edith Bullock Prize from the University of Alaska Foundation, the Roger Smit

health

Dark Chocolate and Cholesterol: What the Science Says

May 9, 2026

The conversation around chocolate has shifted from sweet indulgence to a potential health ally, especially when it comes to heart wellness. Dark chocolate stands out because it contains the highest amount of cocoa, which brings a rich supply of flavanols and polyphenols—natural compounds that may in

politics

War Files Unveiled: A New Look at Sky Mysteries

May 9, 2026

The U. S. War Department has opened its archives, sharing a first batch of documents and footage that claim to show unexplained aerial events spanning almost eight decades. These releases come after a former president’s order for full disclosure of government records on unidentified phenomena. Th

crypto

Bitcoin as a Digital Power Tool for the Military

May 9, 2026

The U. S. Indo‑Pacific Command recently ran a Bitcoin node, sparking talk about the cryptocurrency’s role in national defense. A senior commander highlighted Bitcoin as a “valuable computer science tool” that could help project power across the globe. The comment came after Iran asked for Bitcoin to

Wikipedia and News: A Tale of Bias

Wildfires Cut Trips, Prescribed Burns Boost Visits

Phones Out of Class: Seattle Leads the Way

TikTok Settlement Sparks Debate Over How $400 Million Will Be Used

White House Meeting Sparks Friction in Pro‑Life Circle

Giant Slide Lets Kids Feel the Power of Energy

A Trail of Science Stories

Dark Chocolate and Cholesterol: What the Science Says

War Files Unveiled: A New Look at Sky Mysteries

Bitcoin as a Digital Power Tool for the Military

TikTok Settlement Sparks Debate Over How $400 Million Will Be Used