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5/30/23: Science Backs Up the Negative Impacts of Social Media
A new report from the US surgeon general states that there isn’t enough evidence to determine whether social media is “sufficiently safe” for children and teenagers. I...
5/8/23: It's official. The pandemic is no longer an emergency.
The world health organization has stated that global health emergency. In the US, environmental groups are suing over SpaceX over the rubble from their last rocket lau...
5/1/23: What's up with "Forever Plastics?"
What are forever plastics, why are they a problem, and can we destroy them? How can buses play a role in carbon emissions? Finally, how does the nature app "Seek" work?
4/24/23: What's Going On to Help Our Climate, and How Can You Help?
April is Earth Month, so this weeks STEM news is climate focused! At UCLA, researchers are working on "SeaChange," a technology to decarbonize our climate. In Brazil, ...
4/17/23: Will The Largest Rocket Ever Launch This Week?
SpaceX plans to launch the largest rocket ever built. Extravagant water use by those who can afford it a big factor that contributes to the water crisis. How are globa...
4/3/23: Is AI Advancing Too Fast?
Tech moguls call for a pause on AI development. The demand for Tesla's rose 36% last quarter. Orca whales are visiting the San Juan Island's less often.
3/28/23: Washington's Carbon Credit Plans
Washington has $300 million to reinvest into the climate because of their carbon credit program. In space news, volcanic activity has been discovered on Venus and the ...
3/20/23: Our Climate Crisis is Worse Than Expected
Microsoft is introducing a new AI software. The UN's report says that the climate crisis is more dire than previously expected. The White House has invited the "Ted La...
3/13/23: An Astroid MIGHT Hit Earth
NASA has found an astroid that has a 0.18% chance of hitting Earth. The "spring forward" time change may be linked to a variety of health issues. There are 2.4 million...
3/6/23: Geothermal Energy + the DOE
The department of energy is offering upward of 70 million dollars to geothermal energy projects. The United Nations has agreed on a treaty to protect biodiversity in t...
2/27/23: Why should the auto industry downsize?
The International Energy Agency has suggested that the auto industry downsize. An original iPhone has sold for more than $60,000. The FDA has eliminated animal testing...
2/13/23: Is chocolate a health food?
Is chocolate a health food? Yes, but probably not the types you're eating. Google's new chatbot has made a costly error. What's in Greta Thunberg's new book?
2/6/23: Jupiter has even more moons!
Astronomers have discovered 12 new moons around Jupiter. What's next in the story of the suspected China spy balloon? Why are people different from their siblings?
1/23/23: The secret to happiness is...
A new study highlights the secret to happiness. What new features has instagram added? Also, a few tips for studying this finals week.
1/9/23: Seattle Schools Sue Social Media
Seattle public schools sues popular social media sites for their negative effects on their students mental health. Covid is on the rise as RSV and flu infections fall....
12/12/22
NASA's Orion space capsule successfully splashed down in the Pacific Ocean. PFAS, known as 'forever chemicals’ have contaminated the drinking-water wells in some areas...
12/4/22
Washing in cold water can significantly lower your energy footprint. In Churchill, Canada, half the residents are polar bears. What new light is in our sky?
11/28/22
A rocket carrying 3 astronauts to finish building China’s space station is blasting off today, amid an intensifying space race with the US. Mauna Loa, the world’s larg...
11/21/22
As of the 15th of November, the world population hit 8 billion, and combined with rapid scientific increases around the world, scientists are coming up with terms to d...
11/14/22
A research team in Oregon State University is working on developing a rechargeable battery that could reduce the need for mining for minerals such as nickel, cobalt an...