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Washington's Coal Plant Conundrum: A Clash of State and Federal Powers

December 18, 2025

Washington state officials are fuming over a federal order that forces a coal plant to stay open. The Department of Energy, led by President Trump, has told TransAlta to keep running its Centralia coal plant. This goes against a state law that says coal power must stop by the end of the year. The o

environment

Breaking Down a Climate Research Giant: What's Next for NCAR?

December 18, 2025

The Trump administration has a plan to split up the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) in Colorado. This is a big deal because NCAR is one of the largest centers for studying climate and weather in the U. S. Russ Vought, who works at the White House, shared this news on X. He said the N

business

BP Gets a New Leader: What's Next for the Oil Giant?

December 18, 2025

BP is shaking things up with a new boss. Meg O'Neill, who's been running Woodside Energy in Australia, is stepping into the big chair. This makes her the first woman to lead a major oil company worldwide. The change comes fast. Murray Auchincloss, the current CEO, is leaving after less than two yea

weather

Windstorm Wreaks Havoc: One Life Lost, Thousands in the Dark

December 18, 2025

A man lost his life when a tree crashed into his home during a fierce windstorm that swept through the Inland Northwest. The storm, which peaked early Wednesday morning, left over 70, 000 people without electricity, causing widespread disruptions. The storm's intensity was staggering, with wind gus

health

Wildfires in LA: Hidden Health Risks Beyond the Flames

December 18, 2025

Wildfires in LA County left more than just ashes and destruction. They also left a trail of health issues that surprised researchers. A recent study found that after the January wildfires, emergency room visits for heart attacks spiked. This was unexpected, as heart attacks are not typically linked

weather

Colorado Faces a Wild Weather Mix on Wednesday

December 18, 2025

Colorado's weather is set to take a wild turn on Wednesday. The state is bracing for a mix of strong winds, high fire danger, and even some snow. This isn't your typical mid-December weather. It's more like a rollercoaster ride of conditions. First off, winds are going to be a big problem. They're

science

Unlocking the Secrets of Plant-Based Cheese

December 18, 2025

The world is going green, and so is our food. People want plant-based cheeses that taste and feel like the real thing. But making these cheeses is tricky. The usual bacteria used in dairy just don't work as well with plants. So, scientists set out to find better bacteria for plant-based cheeses. Th

environment

Little Turtles Find a Warm Welcome in Jersey City

December 18, 2025

Five tiny diamondback terrapin turtles got a lucky break recently. They were found late in the year on Long Beach Island. Normally, these little guys should have already found a cozy spot to hibernate for the winter. But thanks to Project Terrapin, they now have a temporary home at the Liberty Scien

science

Mars Orbiter Mystery: What Really Happened to MAVEN?

December 18, 2025

NASA's Mars orbiter, MAVEN, has suddenly stopped working and is spinning uncontrollably. This strange event happened after the spacecraft passed behind Mars. Before this, MAVEN had been studying a mysterious object from another star system called 3I/ATLAS. MAVEN had taken pictures of 3I/ATLAS in Oc

weather

Northern Illinois Braces for a Sudden Weather Shift

December 18, 2025

Northern Illinois and parts of northwest Indiana are in for a rough ride on Thursday. The weather is set to go from mild and rainy to downright dangerous in a matter of hours. The National Weather Service is warning everyone to be prepared for a mix of strong winds, sudden snow squalls, and icy cond