Environment
August 4, 2024

Largest Geothermal Development in America Taking Shape in Utah

Shifting to clean energy is a priority for fighting the steady march of catastrophic climate change. Despite the proliferating options for cleaner power, mankind remains quite dependent on coal and oil. Solar, wind, and even ocean wave-generated power are all renewable, clean options for powering our lives and homes. Another super promising source of energy is Earth itself. Geothermal power is a very underutilized source of power in the United States, but it offers incredible potential.

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Astronomy
August 3, 2024

NASA Releases Stunning New Photographs to Celebrate Chandra Space Telescope’s 25th Anniversary

NASA launched the Chandra X-ray Observatory in 1999 to capture photos of high-energy regions of the universe, including exploding stars and other celestial marvels. To celebrate the 25th anniversary of its launch, NASA just released 25 never-before-seen photographs captured by Chandra, which show dazzling scenes from some of the furthest reaches of space.

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Sports
August 2, 2024

“Table Tennis Grandma” Zhiying Zeng Makes Olympic Debut at 58 Years Old

Table tennis pro Zhiying Zeng has made her Olympic debut at the 2024 Paris Olympics following her remarkable return to table tennis at age 58. After moving to Latin America, having a son, and even retiring, she has finally fulfilled her dream of becoming an Olympian. Representing Chile, Zeng will be one of the eldest athletes competing at Olympic Games, alongside equestrians Jimenez Cobo, 65, and Steffen Peters, 59.

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Inspiring
August 2, 2024

Generous “Shoeshine Man” Donates $200K in Tips to Children’s Hospital Over 30 Years

The story of a humble shoe shiner named Albert Lexie proves that small acts of kindness can go a long way. He worked at the Children's Hospital of the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center for over 30 years, where he polished the shoes of doctors, executives, and staff members in the building. Lexie charged between $2 and $5 per polish, earning him just $10,000 per year.

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