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Scientists develop dirt-powered fuel cell that could replace batteries
Researchers led by Northwestern University have developed a fuel cell that generates electricity using microbes naturally found in soil. The device, roughly the size of a paperback book, produces small amounts of power by capturing energy released as these microorganisms break down organic material in dirt. This soil-powered system is designed to run underground sensors used in precision agriculture and…
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New chiropractic practice opens in Post Falls
Life is better in alignment. That’s the mission statement of Rebecca (Bekki) Williams, owner of Atlas Aligned Upper Cervical Chiropractic in Post Falls. Working in the field for more than a decade, Williams knew early on she would one day help people achieve their optimal health. “I have always known that I wanted to be a doctor of some kind,…
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Trump wants to stop states AI rules. This Utah Republican isn’t listening
RIVERTON, Utah (AP) — When a dozen Republican activists gathered on a back deck in the Salt Lake City suburbs to talk about this year’s elections, the conversation cycled through all the staples of conservative chatter in Utah such as dwindling water supplies, illegal immigrant fraud and chemtrail conspiracy theories. But Doug Fiefia, a state representative running to be a…
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Visceral fat strongly linked to urinary incontinence in women
In an evolving health landscape, emerging research continues to highlight concerns that could impact everyday wellbeing. Here’s the key update you should know about: The accumulation of fat in the abdominal region, especially visceral fat (fat that accumulates between organs), significantly increases the risk of stress urinary incontinence in women. A study conducted at the Federal University of São Carlos…
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Hot peppers are a hot crop for these women farmers : NPR
Rajeshwari, 44, grades the chiles she has picked in the fields. Her sharp eyes spot the pale white pods in the sea of red: “The ones with the rich red color are the best, but even though the paler ones are of poorer quality, we can still sell these at the market.” Viraj Nayar for NPR hide caption toggle caption…
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Rich Nations’ Plastic Waste Is Burned for Fuel Abroad, Creating Grave Health Risks – Mother Jones
A worker stands in a deep pit kiln where limestone is cured using plastics as the fuel source. Tamansari, Indonesia.Beth Gardiner Get your news from a source that’s not owned and controlled by oligarchs. Sign up for the free Mother Jones Daily. This article was originally published as part of the Undark series “What I Left Out.” In this installment, journalist…
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10 Worst Science Fiction Movies, According to Roger Ebert
Science fiction films are a staple of modern Hollywood’s slate of blockbusters, with franchises that feature space-faring adventure, futuristic technology and other-worldly creatures being some of the highest-grossing movies of the last few decades. Science fiction movies also have a long history in Hollywood, dating all the way back to the classic films of Geroge Mellies like A Trip to…
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Rinku Singh stars as Kolkata Knight Riders seal first win, beat Rajasthan Royals
Kolkata: Vice-captain Rinku Singh lived up to expectations with a composed unbeaten 53 as Kolkata Knight Riders survived anxious moments to script their first win of IPL 2026 with a four-wicket victory over Rajasthan Royals, here on Sunday, April 19. Courtesy Rinku and Anukul Roy, the target was achieved with two balls to spare and the win took them to…
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Vendor harassed by UP authorities after Akhilesh Yadav sips tea
Fatehpur: Sheshman Yadav and his son Aryan Yadav never expected that serving tea to Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav in February would lead to being harassed, targeted, and even having their roadside tea stall shut down in Uttar Pradesh‘s Fatehpur. The MP was passing through the area when he stopped at the tea stall to have a cup of tea.…
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It Takes 2 Minutes to Hack the EU’s New Age-Verification App
Planning a big night out at Madison Square Garden? Have fun—but don’t say we didn’t warn you. A WIRED investigation this week revealed new details about the private surveillance state instituted by MSG owner Jim Dolan and his head of security, John Eversole. According to court records and WIRED sources, visitors to the Garden and some other Dolan-owned venues have…
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