APR
22
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Celebrating Earth Day 2024: Honoring Our Planet and Committing to Change

Earth Day 2024 is a time for reflection, action, and celebration. Since its inception, Earth Day has been a pivotal moment for environmental awareness, inspiring millions around the globe to take action to protect our planet. Let's delve into the his...

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APR
01
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Gmail Turns 20: The April Fools' Prank That Wasn't

Can you imagine a world where 1 GB of email storage sounded like a prank? Well, buckle up, because that's exactly what happened 20 years ago today, on April 1st, 2004! Google unveiled Gmail, and let's just say the internet wasn't quite sure what to b...

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MAR
27
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Weather Gone Wild: Climate Change, Allergies in WNC

The majestic peaks of Western North Carolina have long attracted visitors seeking a respite from the hustle and bustle of city life.  But for allergy sufferers, that fresh mountain air now carries a hidden menace – a relentless assault of pollen...

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MAR
23
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Subtropolis: The City Beneath the City

Sometimes fact really is stranger than fiction. Have you ever heard of Suptropolis? It seems like something this unique would bewell known!  Within the limestone bluffs of Kansas City, Missouri, lies a remarkable feat of engineering and adaptati...

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MAR
17
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Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Happy St. Patrick's Day! Each St. Patrick's Day I think of my mom. She loved this day! I really believe it was her favorite holiday. Each year, about a week prior, she'd get her Irish record album out and play it daily. Of course, she made sure ...

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FEB
26
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New Study Targets Steps Per Day for Reducing Risk of Heart Failure

The research is clear: activity benefits our bodies as we age. But how much physical activity is useful to persons over 60? A new study from the University of Buffalo offers a solution, and it isn't 10,000 steps per day. A study of nearly 6,000 U.S. ...

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FEB
12
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Category 6 hurricanes Considered by Climate Experts Due to Global Warming

Category 6 hurricanes  Considered by Climate Experts Due to Global Warming

It's been awhile since we've talked about science ...hurricane season runs from June to November in United StatesNow, there may be a category 6 added. Read on to find out more. Category 1 hurricanes have wind speeds between 74 and 95 mph, while Categ...

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FEB
10
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Embracing the Shift: Daylight Savings Time Springs Forward

Embracing the Shift: Daylight Savings Time Springs Forward

As March 10, 2024 approaches, many across the United States and various parts of the world eagerly anticipate the annual tradition of springing forward for Daylight Savings Time (DST). While the change in time may seem trivial, its impact is far-reac...

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JAN
31
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Genetics of Skin Cancer: A Tool for Heart Healing

Duke University biomedical engineers have shown that one of the most lethal mutations linked to skin malignancies may also be a doorway to healing a wounded heart. Among the most prevalent and dangerous genetic mutations in melanoma patients is a mut...

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JAN
15
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Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a federal holiday in the United States dedicated to honoring the life and achievements of the iconic civil rights leader, Martin Luther King Jr. Celebrated annually on the third Monday of January, MLK Day not only pays t...

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