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A toxic chemical that pollutes groundwater originates high in Earth’s atmosphere, a scientific flight has revealed. Perchlorates, a group of chlorine-containing chemicals that can disrupt thyroid function, form on particles of smoke and organic material in the stratosphere, between 6 and 31 miles (10 to 50 kilometers) above the planet’s surface, according to a new study. Scientists already knew that …

Trump’s Transportation Secretary Announces Investigation into Deadly Florida Truck Crash, Shares Preliminary Findings  Department of Transportation (.gov) How did truck driver in fatal Turnpike crash get license if not legal resident?  yahoo.com White House gets key facts wrong as it blames California for 3 traffic deaths in Florida  San Francisco Chronicle Trump administration says driver in Florida crash was in US illegally, faults …

Humans have long imagined space to be an empty frontier where only roving planets and far-off stars may travel. However, new research puts that idea to the test as astronomers have discovered a hidden system of ‘interstellar tunnels’ that connect our Solar System to the rest of the galaxy in surprising ways. According to the study published in the journal …

Harmful gases can pose even more serious health concerns than respiratory problems. Researchers have found a link between exposure to ultrafine particles and aggressive brain tumors. What’s happening? According to Euronews, a study by researchers from the Danish Cancer Institute indicates that long-term exposure to fine particulate matter, elemental carbon, nitrogen dioxide, and ultrafine particles contributes to the development of …

U.S. Steel released preliminary findings about the potential cause of Monday’s deadly explosion at U.S. Steel Clairton Coke Works.  U.S. Steel spokeswoman Amanda Malkowski said in a statement on Friday that “preliminary indications lead us to believe” that the explosion happened when a gas valve was flushed in preparation for planned maintenance. The statement said that as pressure built inside …

The wait is almost over. According to ESPN’s Pete Thamel and Dan Wetzel, the NCAA has informed parties involved in Michigan’s infractions case that it will announce punishments for the Wolverines’ sign-stealing scandal on Friday. The Detroit News’ Angelique Chengelis reports the punishments will be released by noon. The NCAA has formally notified parties tied to the Michigan NCAA infractions …

The Alzheimer’s Association held its international conference in Toronto. The conference unveiled new research about Alzheimer’s, which impacts 7 million Americans. New findings include studies showing lead exposure has been linked to cognitive decline. More than 7 million Americans live with Alzheimer’s disease, and a third of older adults eventually die with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, according to …

In a groundbreaking study published in the Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society, astronomers have uncovered a puzzling cosmic observation that challenges our understanding of the universe’s formation. Using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), researchers analyzed galaxies from the early universe and made an astonishing discovery: a significant portion of these galaxies appears to rotate in a preferred …

An international study found that diets low in fiber may contribute to a higher risk of heart attacks, offering another reason to eat more plants. Researchers analyzed heart scans from nearly 1,400 people across Europe and Australia and discovered a clear link between low fiber intake and the buildup of dangerous plaques in the arteries. These plaques were more likely …

On July 15, 2025, NASA’s Curiosity Rover continued its investigation of Mars with a mix of scientific observations and geological analyses. As part of the Mars Science Laboratory Mission, Curiosity continues to explore the Red Planet’s surface with methods designed to unlock Mars’ secrets—one sol at a time. This blog post provides an inside look at the challenges and precision …