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Climber Alex Honnold Takes a Rain Check on Taipei 101 Challenge

January 24, 2026

Alex Honnold, a well-known rock climber, had to postpone his daring climb up the Taipei 101 skyscraper. The reason? Bad weather. He was supposed to climb this super tall building without any ropes on Saturday. But it was raining in Taipei, so the organizers decided to wait until Sunday. They said sa

technology

Protecting Student Data: A New Approach to AI Privacy

January 24, 2026

Big fines are being handed out to companies like Meta, Amazon, and Microsoft for mishandling data. These fines show that regulators are serious about data privacy. Many companies follow a standard five-step plan to protect data when using AI. But this plan has a big flaw. It assumes that data will l

religion

The Psychedelic Path: A Look into Oakland's Unique Church

January 24, 2026

In Oakland, California, there's a church that's not like the others. The Zide Door Church of Entheogenic Plants is all about psilocybin mushrooms. Pastor Dave Hodges leads this group, and he's not afraid to take risks for his beliefs. This church is part of a growing trend. People are exploring new

education

A Science Teacher's Journey to Inspire

January 24, 2026

Barbara Brock, a science teacher at High Springs Community School, was awarded the Teacher of the Year title for Alachua County. This honor came after a long journey in education, starting in 2003. Brock was one of three finalists, competing with Robert Ryan McNickle from Buchholz High School and Ka

education

A New Hub for Science and Tech at William & Mary

January 24, 2026

William & Mary has just opened a shiny new building for science and tech students. It's called the Integrated Science Center 4, and it's part of a bigger plan to boost research and learning. The building is a big deal because it's the first new school in 50 years! The new building is home to comput

sports

South Carolina's Surprising Loss: A Lesson in Basketball

January 24, 2026

South Carolina's women's basketball team faced a tough defeat against Oklahoma, ranking 16th. Coach Dawn Staley pointed out that the loss was due to Oklahoma's strong will to win. The Gamecocks had a chance to secure the game in the final seconds, but a missed pass led to overtime. In overtime, Okl

business

Cattle Connections: Navigating the Beef Market Maze

January 24, 2026

CattleCon is happening in Nashville this year, and people are excited to meet up. One person will be there on Tuesday, February 3rd, ready to chat. They won't have a booth, but they're open to meeting up if you reach out. The beef market is a bit of a puzzle right now. The Mexican border situation

celebrities

Phil Collins: A Life of Music and Health Challenges

January 24, 2026

Phil Collins, the legendary musician, is nearing his 75th birthday on January 30th. He recently shared some personal health updates and career reflections in a BBC podcast interview. Collins revealed that he has a live-in nurse to help him manage his medications around the clock. Over the past few y

health

Measles on the Rise: What You Need to Know

January 24, 2026

In South Carolina, the measles outbreak is growing. Over 700 cases have been reported, with 54 new infections since Tuesday. The health department has not shared the ages of those affected, but the numbers are rising. Quarantines and isolations are in place. Currently, 485 people are in quarantine,

crime

Scammers Target Native Americans in Montana with Fake Health Care Promises

January 24, 2026

In Montana, a disturbing scam has come to light, preying on vulnerable Native Americans. Fraudsters roamed reservations, convincing people, especially those without homes, to sign up for Affordable Care Act plans. They promised free rehab treatment at fancy facilities, often in California, and even