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Cosmic Fireworks: The Mystery of Gamma-Ray Bursts

November 13, 2025

Gamma-ray bursts are intense flashes of energy that light up the universe. They were first spotted in the late 1960s, making them a relatively recent discovery in space science. These bursts are short-lived, lasting from a fraction of a second to a few thousand seconds. The bursts are caused by ext

science

Exploring the Universe with GREX-PLUS: A Journey into the Unknown

November 13, 2025

In the 2030s, Japan's space agency has big plans. They're thinking about sending a spacecraft called GREX-PLUS into space. This isn't just any spacecraft. It's packed with tools to help us understand how galaxies and planets are made. GREX-PLUS has a big mirror, 1. 2 meters wide, that's kept super

finance

The End of an Era: Philadelphia's Last Penny Press

November 12, 2025

The Philadelphia U. S. Mint is about to make history by producing its final circulating penny. This decision comes after President Trump signed off on ending the 1-cent coin due to rising production costs. Making a penny now costs nearly 4 cents, which doesn't make sense economically. Pennies have

science

Solar Storms Put a Wrench in Mars Mission Plans

November 12, 2025

Blue Origin's plans to send NASA's twin ESCAPADE orbiters to Mars hit a snag, not once, but twice. First, bad weather called off the initial launch attempt. Now, a powerful solar storm has pushed the mission back again. These storms, which have been strong enough to create stunning auroras as far so

weather

Sky Lights Up: Solar Storms Bring Rare Aurora Show to the U. S.

November 12, 2025

The night sky across much of the United States lit up with a spectacular display of northern lights on Tuesday. This stunning event was caused by powerful geomagnetic storms, which sent vibrant hues of green and pink dancing across the heavens. The Aurora Borealis, usually seen near the Arctic Circl

business

Europe's Tech Lag: Can China Help?

November 12, 2025

Europe is falling behind in tech. A well-known industry expert, Louis Gallois, recently pointed this out. He said Europe is slow to make decisions and stuck in bureaucracy. Meanwhile, China is way ahead. Gallois suggested Europe should work more with Chinese companies. This could help Europe learn a

health

Tech Addiction: A Silent Battle for Control

November 12, 2025

Lauren's story begins with a Nintendo 64, but it quickly spirals into a much larger issue. As a child, she prioritized gaming over friends and homework, a habit that grew into a full-blown addiction. By high school, her tech use was so severe that she barely graduated. She felt driven but couldn't u

science

Southern States Witness Rare Sky Show

November 12, 2025

A recent solar event caused a stunning light show in the night sky. The Northern Lights, usually seen in northern regions, were spotted as far south as New Jersey. This happened because of a powerful solar flare. The sun sent a huge cloud of plasma towards Earth. Scientists warned of a strong geomag

opinion

Space: A Dream or a Distraction?

November 12, 2025

People have always been fascinated by space. Many dream of living among the stars, but is this really possible? Let's take a closer look. First, let's talk about what living in space would actually mean. People often point to places like the International Space Station (ISS) as examples of humans l

crime

Crime Trends in Chicago During COVID-19: A Closer Look

November 12, 2025

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many cities saw a drop in crime rates. But what was happening in Chicago? Researchers decided to take a closer look. They wanted to see how different neighborhoods were affected by the lockdowns and social distancing rules. They used a special method to study crime dat