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Why the chemtrail conspiracy theory lingers and grows – and why Tucker Carlson is talking about it
Why the chemtrail conspiracy theory lingers and grows – and why Tucker Carlson is talking about it The chemtrail conspiracy theory has been circulating since 1996, despite being thoroughly debunked by experts, and continues to gain traction on social media and conservative news outlets. The theory posits that contrails are actually chemtrails, clouds of chemical […]
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What is Fusarium graminearum, the fungus a Chinese scientist pleaded guilty to smuggling into the US?
What is Fusarium graminearum, the fungus a Chinese scientist pleaded guilty to smuggling into the US? Fusarium graminearum is a common fungal plant pathogen that causes Fusarium head blight (scab) in barley and wheat, as well as damage to rice and corn ears and stalks. The fungus produces a mycotoxin called vomitoxin, which can harm […]
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Under Ron DeSantis’ leadership, Florida leads the nation in executions in 2025
Under Ron DeSantis’ leadership, Florida leads the nation in executions in 2025 Florida has executed 15 prisoners so far in 2025, leading the nation in executions for the year, with two more scheduled for November. The state’s death penalty system has a complex history, including the use of the electric chair and the denial of […]
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Trump’s proposed cuts to work study threaten to upend a widely supported program that helps students offset college costs
Trump’s proposed cuts to work study threaten to upend a widely supported program that helps students offset college costs Trump’s proposed cuts to work-study programs could significantly impact nearly 700,000 college students who rely on the program to offset college costs. The Trump administration has proposed cutting $980 million from work-study programs, which would leave […]
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The ‘supercenter’ effect: How massive, one-stop retailers fuel overconsumption − and waste
The ‘supercenter’ effect: How massive, one-stop retailers fuel overconsumption − and waste Big-box supercenters like Walmart, Target, and Costco can contribute to overconsumption and waste among consumers, leading to a significant increase in consumer waste. A recent study found that the presence of supercenters results in an increase in consumer waste of up to 7%, […]
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The UN is reinventing peacekeeping – Haiti is the testing ground
The UN is reinventing peacekeeping – Haiti is the testing ground The United Nations has approved an expanded international military force for Haiti, doubling its previous presence to over 5,000 troops and police, as part of a new Gang Suppression Force. The UN’s approach marks a shift in how it exerts authority, from direct command […]
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The shutdown has ended – but this economist isn’t rejoicing quite yet
The shutdown has ended – but this economist isn’t rejoicing quite yet The US government shutdown has ended after 43 days, but its economic impact will be felt for some time. The short-term effects of the shutdown include a decline in consumer spending, reduced tourism activity, and a hit to retailers, particularly in Washington D.C. […]
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Supply-chain delays, rising equipment prices threaten electricity grid
Supply-chain delays, rising equipment prices threaten electricity grid The US power grid is facing a crisis due to supply-chain delays, rising equipment prices, and limited materials, which threaten reliability and increase costs. The shortage of high-voltage transformers, circuit breakers, transmission cables, and other critical equipment is causing delays in construction projects, with lead times reaching […]
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Students of color are at greater risk for reading difficulties – even in kindergarten
Students of color are at greater risk for reading difficulties – even in kindergarten Students of color are at greater risk for reading difficulties even in kindergarten, with Black, Hispanic, and Native American students more likely to struggle than white or Asian students. The achievement gap for young readers is stark, with about 15% of […]
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Space debris struck a Chinese spacecraft – how the incident could be a wake-up call for international collaboration
Space debris struck a Chinese spacecraft – how the incident could be a wake-up call for international collaboration China’s Shenzhou-20 spacecraft was struck by space debris while on its way back from a mission to China’s Tiangong space station, highlighting the growing risks posed by space debris and the need for international collaboration. The incident […]
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No time to recover: Hurricane Melissa and the Caribbean’s compounding disaster trap as the storms keep coming
No time to recover: Hurricane Melissa and the Caribbean’s compounding disaster trap as the storms keep coming The Caribbean’s compounding disaster trap is a result of frequent hurricanes hitting islands that are still recovering from previous disasters. The time between major storms is now shorter than the time required for a full recovery, pulling islands […]
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NASA, European Partners Set to Launch Sentinel-6B Earth Satellite
NASA, European Partners Set to Launch Sentinel-6B Earth Satellite Sentinel-6B, an ocean-tracking satellite jointly developed by NASA and ESA (European Space Agency), is set to launch on November 16, 2025, at 12:21 a.m. EST from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The satellite will track sea levels across more than 90% of Earth’s ocean, providing […]
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NASA, Blue Origin Launch Two Spacecraft to Study Mars, Solar Wind
NASA, Blue Origin Launch Two Spacecraft to Study Mars, Solar Wind NASA has launched two spacecraft, ESCAPADE, to study Mars’ magnetic environment and prepare for future human exploration. The twin spacecraft will investigate how the solar wind strips away Martian atmosphere, causing the planet to cool and its surface water to evaporate. ESCAPADE will arrive […]
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NASA Sets Launch Coverage for International Ocean Tracking Mission
NASA Sets Launch Coverage for International Ocean Tracking Mission NASA will provide live coverage of the launch of Sentinel-6B, an international mission delivering critical sea level and ocean data, on November 17 at 12:21 a.m. EST. The launch will be broadcast on NASA+, Amazon Prime, and other platforms, with audio-only coverage available on the NASA […]
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Hybrid workers are putting in 90 fewer minutes of work on Fridays – and an overall shift toward custom schedules could be undercutting collaboration
Hybrid workers are putting in 90 fewer minutes of work on Fridays – and an overall shift toward custom schedules could be undercutting collaboration Americans are working 90 fewer minutes on Fridays compared to five years earlier, according to labor economist research. The shift towards custom schedules and remote work has diluted the barrier between […]
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How a Colorado law school dug into its history to celebrate its unsung Black graduates
How a Colorado law school dug into its history to celebrate its unsung Black graduates Colorado Law School embarked on a project to uncover its unsung Black graduates by exploring its archives and conducting research. The school’s first known Black student, Franklin LaVeale Anderson, was identified through class portraits from 1899, but his story remained […]
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Global companies are still committing to protect the climate – and they’re investing big money in clean tech
Global companies are still committing to protect the climate – and they’re investing big money in clean tech Despite the Trump administration’s efforts to roll back climate regulations, many global companies are continuing to invest in clean technology and reduce their emissions. The world’s largest retailers, such as Walmart, are not scaling back their climate […]
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Disney and ESPN are back on YouTube TV
Disney and ESPN are back on YouTube TV Disney and ESPN channels are returning to YouTube TV after a two-week absence. The return comes after a new agreement was reached between Disney and YouTube, which includes the carriage of Disney’s full linear portfolio and ESPN’s direct-to-consumer service at no additional cost. YouTube TV subscribers will […]
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Colorado’s rural schools serve more than 130,000 students, and their superintendents want more pay for their teachers
Colorado’s rural schools serve more than 130,000 students, and their superintendents want more pay for their teachers Rural schools in Colorado face significant challenges, including teacher shortages, low salaries, and limited resources, affecting over 130,000 students. The majority of rural school leaders (85%) identify recruiting and retaining talented teachers as their top concern, followed by […]
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Can the world quit coal?
Can the world quit coal? The world is making progress towards phasing out coal, with nearly 60 countries pledging to phase out unabated coal-burning power plants by 2025-2040. Despite challenges, renewable energy deployment and investment are on the rise, with over 90% of new electricity capacity installed in 2024 coming from clean energy sources. However, […]
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Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket landed its booster on a barge at sea – an achievement that will broaden the commercial spaceflight market
Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket landed its booster on a barge at sea – an achievement that will broaden the commercial spaceflight market Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket successfully landed its booster on a barge at sea for the second time, marking an achievement that will broaden the commercial spaceflight market and reduce costs to […]
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Black and Latino homeowners in Philly face discrimination when appraisers assess their properties
Black and Latino homeowners in Philly face discrimination when appraisers assess their properties Home appraisal bias affects Black and Latino homeowners in Philadelphia, leading to lower appraised values for their properties compared to non-Hispanic white neighborhoods. The Fair Housing Act of 1968 prohibits housing discrimination based on race, color, religion, or national origin, but home […]
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A bold new investment fund aims to channel billions into tropical forest protection – one key change can make it better
A bold new investment fund aims to channel billions into tropical forest protection – one key change can make it better The world is losing vast swaths of forests to agriculture, logging, mining, and fires every year, contributing to 11% of global greenhouse gas emissions. A new investment fund, Tropical Forest Forever Facility (TFFF), aims […]
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YouTube TV, ESPN, and Disney: the latest on the blackout
YouTube TV, ESPN, and Disney: the latest on the blackout ESPN, ABC, Nat Geo, and over 20 other Disney-owned channels went dark on YouTube TV due to a contract dispute between Google and Disney. Google accuses Disney of trying to raise prices for its customers to boost its own Hulu + Live TV and Fubo […]
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Who gets SNAP benefits to buy groceries and what the government pays for the program – in 5 charts
Who gets SNAP benefits to buy groceries and what the government pays for the program – in 5 charts 42 million Americans rely on SNAP benefits to buy groceries, with the program helping low-income families and individuals put food on the table. The federal government halted the flow of funds to states to distribute as […]
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What to know as hundreds of flights are grounded across the US – an air travel expert explains
What to know as hundreds of flights are grounded across the US – an air travel expert explains The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has implemented a 4% reduction in flights across 40 high-volume airports in the US, effective November 7, 2025, due to the ongoing government shutdown. The plan is to increase the reduction to […]
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Trump was already cutting low-income energy assistance – the shutdown is making things worse as cold weather arrives
Trump was already cutting low-income energy assistance – the shutdown is making things worse as cold weather arrives Millions of Americans will struggle to pay their rising energy bills as cold weather arrives, exacerbated by the government shutdown. The Trump administration’s decision to zero out funding for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) […]
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Trump is changing student loan forgiveness rules – barring some public workers from getting relief, but resuming it for others
Trump is changing student loan forgiveness rules – barring some public workers from getting relief, but resuming it for others The Trump administration has resumed student loan forgiveness for certain borrowers, but will limit eligibility for public service workers who work at nonprofit organizations with a “substantial illegal purpose”. There is currently over $1.6 trillion […]
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The unraveling of workplace protections for delivery drivers: A tale of 2 workplace models
The unraveling of workplace protections for delivery drivers: A tale of 2 workplace models A study by researchers found that Amazon delivery drivers face significantly lower wages, unstable schedules, and limited benefits compared to UPS and FedEx drivers. The study revealed that Amazon’s use of independent contractors and subcontractors leads to downward pressure on wages […]
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Supreme Court soon to hear a religious freedom case that’s united both sides of the church-state divide
Supreme Court soon to hear a religious freedom case that’s united both sides of the church-state divide The US Supreme Court will hear oral arguments on November 10, 2025, in the case Landor v. Louisiana, which involves a Rastafarian inmate’s right to sue for monetary damages after his religious rights were violated by the warden. […]
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