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Mind and gut: the link between low mood and slow bowels

July 16, 2026

People often say that stress can upset the stomach, but scientists are digging deeper to see how feeling down might slow digestion. A recent study looked at adults living in a northern region of Iran to find out if those with depression were more likely to have constipation. The researchers gathe

technology

SpaceX builds fuel pipeline for Mars rockets

June 26, 2026

Plans are underway to dig a new eight-mile underground pipe near South Texas to keep SpaceX rockets running. The 13-kilometer line, nicknamed Starpipe, is expected to push natural gas from the Port of Brownsville straight to the company’s Starbase launch site. Officials hope construction starts in J

business

Hotter Weather Fuels Rising Natural Gas Prices

June 25, 2026

Natural gas markets ticked up on Wednesday as climate models predict a hotter summer across the U. S. Forecasts now point to higher temperatures in the mid‑Atlantic and upper Midwest, which could push electricity companies to use more gas for cooling systems. The price jump of about 2. 35% was drive

opinion

What Alaska needs to make natural gas work for the state

June 24, 2026

Alaska has relied on Cook Inlet gas for decades, but that source is running out fast. Production has dropped from over 300 billion cubic feet per year in the past to barely 60 billion today. The two biggest local suppliers—Chugach and ENSTAR—have contracts that expire soon, one in 2028 and the other

business

Gas Prices Rise as Heat Waves Boost Demand

June 23, 2026

Hot weather is pushing up natural gas prices in the US. Forecasts predict warmer-than-normal temperatures across most of the country from early to mid-July. This means more people will crank up their air conditioners, increasing demand for gas-powered electricity. Energy analysts say this trend coul

politics

Rural Voters Reconsider Trump as Bills Rise and Trust Fades

June 15, 2026

Rural America helped push Donald Trump into the White House, but now many in these communities feel let down. Rising costs for everyday items like gas and groceries are making life harder, especially for those who live far from cities. A recent poll shows Trump’s approval among rural voters has fall

finance

Gas Prices Bounce Back as Summer Heat Builds

June 11, 2026

Natural gas prices climbed slightly this week after hitting a two-week low. The jump came as weather forecasts predicted hotter temperatures spreading across the U. S. , especially in the Midwest and East Coast. More people would crank up their air conditioners, increasing demand for electricity—and

politics

Toxic Crowd Control: Why Kids Are the Unseen Victims

June 10, 2026

Police use tear gas and pepper spray at protests, claiming it stops crowds. Yet many reports show children suffering the worst effects. These chemicals are fine powders that burn eyes, lungs and throat. A child’s small airways, faster breathing rate and proximity to the ground make them especially v

politics

Alaska's Energy Choices: More Than Just One Big Project

June 9, 2026

Alaska’s energy future isn’t just about one massive gas line project. While the big question of liquified natural gas often steals the spotlight, the real challenge lies in balancing different energy needs across the state. From small homes to large industrial mines, everyone relies on energy that’s

environment

Turning Plastic Waste into Fuel: A New Way to Handle Trash

June 7, 2026

Every year, countries produce more plastic than they can recycle. Much of this extra plastic ends up buried underground or floating in oceans, creating long-term pollution problems. Researchers are now testing a method that could turn this waste into useful energy. Instead of burning plastic or toss

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