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Helping Hands: Free Legal Aid Comes to Alaska on MLK Day

January 16, 2026

Every year, people in Alaska get a special chance to sort out legal troubles without spending a dime. This happens on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, thanks to free legal clinics popping up in different parts of the state. These clinics are a big deal because they help folks who might otherwise struggle

science

Space Station Crew's Early Return: A Medical Mystery

January 14, 2026

A crew of four astronauts is heading back to Earth sooner than planned. One of them has a medical issue that can't be fixed in space. The crew includes NASA's Zena Cardman and Mike Fincke, Japan's Kimiya Yui, and Russia's Oleg Platonov. They've been busy packing up and cleaning their workspace on th

technology

China's Tech Race: Can Innovation Beat the Chip Shortage?

January 11, 2026

China is making big moves to catch up in the tech world, but there are some serious hurdles. The country's top AI experts say that while China is getting better at taking risks and innovating, the lack of advanced chipmaking tools is a major roadblock. This week, two Chinese AI startups, MiniMax an

environment

Japan's Clever Buildings: A Showcase of Resilience

January 10, 2026

Japan's buildings and landscapes are on display in Montreal. The show is called "Built Environment: An Alternative Guide to Japan. " It is at the Université du Québec à Montréal's Centre de design. This show is open until January 25, 2026. It features 80 projects from all over Japan. These projects

celebrities

Hilary Duff's Love Journey: From Teen Crushes to Family Life

January 9, 2026

Hilary Duff has had quite the journey in love and life. She started as a Disney star and grew into a Hollywood actress and a mom of four. Her dating life has been quite the rollercoaster, with some big names attached to it. Back in the early 2000s, Duff and Aaron Carter were the talk of the town. T

science

Indium Nanostructures: Tiny Tech with Big Potential

January 2, 2026

Indium is making waves in the tech world. Scientists have found a clever way to grow tiny indium structures on silicon using a method called molecular beam epitaxy (MBE). They used special templates with shapes like inverted pyramids and V-grooves to guide the growth of these nanostructures. These t

lifestyle

Minnesota's Top Baby Names: A Fresh Look at 2025 Trends

January 2, 2026

In 2025, Minnesota and western Wisconsin saw some charming and classic names topping the baby name charts. For girls, Charlotte, Lucy, Eleanor, Violet, and Nora were the most popular choices. Boys' names like Theodore, Henry, Liam, Noah, and Jack were the favorites. These names reflect a mix of time

environment

Earth's Heat Check: 2025 Breaks Records

December 30, 2025

2025 was a scorcher, and not in a good way. It was one of the hottest years ever, and for the first time, the average temperature over three years crossed the 1. 5°C threshold set in the 2015 Paris Agreement. This means the Earth is getting warmer, and fast. The heat didn't let up, even with La Niñ

celebrities

A Look at James Ransone's Life and Legacy

December 22, 2025

James Ransone, a familiar face in many TV shows and movies, has passed away at the age of 46. His death was confirmed by the Los Angeles Medical Examiner, who stated that it was a suicide. Ransone was known for his role as Ziggy in the popular TV series The Wire. He also appeared in other notable wo

science

A Cosmic Visitor: What We Know About Comet 3I/ATLAS

December 20, 2025

In the vast expanse of space, a remarkable guest has arrived. Comet 3I/ATLAS, a celestial traveler from beyond our solar system, has captured the attention of astronomers worldwide. This comet, potentially the oldest ever observed, offers a unique glimpse into the mysteries of our galaxy. On Novemb