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Witnessing Earth and Moon from Space: A Polish Astronaut's Journey

January 24, 2026

A Polish astronaut, Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski, has shared stunning timelapse videos of Earth and the Moon. He took these videos while on the International Space Station (ISS) for the Ignis mission. The videos show Earth's changing weather and the Moon moving across the sky. They were taken from th

weather

Power Down in North Texas: A Storm's Impact

January 24, 2026

A winter storm has swept through North Texas, leaving thousands in the dark. By Saturday afternoon, over 16, 000 people were without electricity, mainly due to ice accumulation. This natural hazard can cause tree limbs to break and fall onto power lines, leading to widespread outages. Oncor, the co

weather

Chilly Roads in DFW: What's Happening with the Weather?

January 24, 2026

North Texas woke up to a winter wonderland on Saturday morning. Snow, sleet, and cold rain made their way into the DFW area. The question on everyone's mind: Are the roads safe? The answer is not straightforward. While widespread issues weren't reported early Saturday, conditions were deteriorating

education

Texas' School Choice Plan: What Parents Need to Know

January 24, 2026

Texas is rolling out a new education program called the Texas Education Freedom Accounts. This program, which starts in the 2026-27 school year, is like a voucher system. It lets parents use state money for private school or homeschooling. The Texas Educational Agency is holding meetings to explain

health

Gaza's Harsh Winter: A Fight for Survival

January 24, 2026

In Gaza, the winter season has brought more than just cold weather. It has brought a harsh reality for many, especially children. The Palestinian Health Ministry reports that ten children have lost their lives due to hypothermia since winter began. Just in the last day, a three-month-old baby died f

weather

Winter Storm Chaos: Airports Across the U. S. Face Major Disruptions

January 24, 2026

A powerful winter storm is wreaking havoc across the United States, causing significant disruptions at airports nationwide, including those in Southern California. The storm has led to a cascade of flight delays and cancellations, affecting travelers and their plans. On Saturday, the impact was fel

weather

Cold Snap Hits the South as Big Storm Moves East

January 24, 2026

A massive winter storm is making its way across the U. S. , starting in the south and heading east. It's bringing heavy snow, ice, and dangerously cold temperatures to a huge part of the country. Over 150 million people are under some kind of weather alert. The storm, driven by frigid air from Cana

weather

Winter Storm Puts FEMA Layoffs on Ice

January 24, 2026

A big winter storm is heading towards the US. It could cause serious problems. Power grids might go down. Travel could become dangerous. Because of this, FEMA has decided to stop laying off workers. This is interesting because the current administration has been cutting jobs at federal agencies. The

politics

Minnesota Stands Up Against ICE Raids: A Day of Solidarity

January 23, 2026

In Minnesota, a strong wave of protest is building against the recent surge in ICE activities. Community leaders, religious figures, and labor unions have come together to organize a "Day of Truth & Freedom. " This day of action is a response to the killing of Renee Good, an unarmed woman shot by a

science

Moon Mission: Is NASA's Orion Spacecraft Safe for Astronauts?

January 23, 2026

NASA is preparing to send astronauts on a moon mission using the Orion spacecraft, but there are concerns about its safety. The main issue is with the heat shield, which protects the spacecraft during reentry. The heat shield on the previous uncrewed test flight, Artemis I, showed unexpected damage.