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- 1Maker uses moonstones as glowing eyes for robot owl●Back in 2021, I used moonstones for Archimedes' backlit eyes. They're gorgeous in regular light, AND give a beautiful te
A maker revisited their 2021 robot owl project, Archimedes, explaining that moonstones were used for its backlit eyes. The stones look attractive in ordinary light and also work as diffusers for LEDs, creating a soft glow. The build is documented on Hackster.io, and the post is drawing warm interest from the maker and robotics community.
- 2Pink light helps broccoli grow, study explains●Pink light helps broccoli grow https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.pops ci.com/environment/pink-light-helps-broccoli-grow
A Popular Science article reports that exposing broccoli to pink light can boost its growth, adding to research on how targeted LED light wavelengths affect plant development in controlled farming settings. The piece has drawn modest attention among readers interested in agriculture and nutrition, with discussion focused on what artificial lighting could mean for indoor and vertical farming.
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A Harvard-led research team reports the first detection of a magnetic field signal from Beta Pictoris b, a giant exoplanet roughly 63 light-years from Earth. Detecting magnetic fields around exoplanets has been a major observational challenge, and the finding offers a new way to study the internal structure and atmospheres of planets outside the solar system.
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Honda has opened pre-bookings for the facelifted Elevate compact SUV in India ahead of its 2026 launch. The updated model brings a new front grille, connected LED lights and a refreshed, more premium interior. Detailing on engines and pricing remains limited, with bookings indicating the launch is close and drawing interest from buyers tracking the competitive mid-size SUV market.
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The Christian Century is examining a case of church gossip surrounding a pastor who led a double life, exploring how congregations respond when a trusted religious leader's hidden conduct comes to light. The piece reflects on the damage such revelations do to congregational trust and on the role gossip plays in how faith communities process betrayal by their own clergy.
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Honda appears to be preparing a facelifted Elevate for 2026, with images showing updated connected LED lights, a revised grille and premium interior touches. The compact SUV, sold in India, is expected to get cosmetic and feature upgrades rather than mechanical changes. Car enthusiasts are discussing what the refresh means for its rivals in the segment.
- 7Marine Biology Class Studies Nor'easter Effects on Mole Crabs▼Watch: Marine Biology Class Probes Nor’easter Impacts on Mole Crab Abundance
A marine biology class at Monmouth University has been studying how nor'easter storms affect mole crab populations along the coast. Students are measuring crab abundance to understand how these powerful coastal storms reshape beach ecosystems. The fieldwork highlights hands-on science education while shedding light on the ecological aftermath of repeated nor'easter events along the northeastern United States shoreline.
- 8Student runs Flourish Nutrition business in Monroe▼Meet the student behind Monroe's Flourish Nutrition
The Monroe Evening News profiles a local student who runs Flourish Nutrition, a nutrition business based in Monroe. The feature introduces the young entrepreneur, their background, and how they balance running the shop with their studies. It shines a light on student-led business in the Monroe community.
- 9Chicago educator uses food to teach science with Pilot Light●How a Chicago educator uses food to teach science thanks to Pilot Light, a local chef-led nonprofit
A Chicago educator is using food and cooking to teach science in the classroom, with support from Pilot Light, a local nonprofit founded by chefs that pairs food professionals with teachers. The Chicago Tribune highlighted the approach, which connects lessons on topics like chemistry and nutrition to everyday meals, drawing attention to creative models for hands-on science education.
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Research covered by Popular Science shows that exposing broccoli to pink light can boost its growth. The finding points to the growing use of tailored LED lighting in agriculture, where growers adjust light colour to improve yields of crops raised indoors or in greenhouses.
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A pharmacy student at Virginia Commonwealth University has received national recognition for advocacy work on organ donation. The honor from VCU Health highlights the student's efforts to raise awareness about registering as a donor, a cause with direct relevance to transplant medicine and public health outreach in Virginia and beyond.