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With Chicago temperatures sinking sub-zero, electric vehicle charging stations have become crowded with dead robots, depleted batteries, and anxious owners. Electric cars are prone to do less well in cold temperatures, mainly due to the chemical reactions that create power in the battery slow down in cold weather. Although most electric vehicle (EV) owners face a shortage in range in the winter, Chicago makes it even harder for EVs. Chicago and other parts of the US face a similar snowstorm that is expected to be dangerously cold. Most owners are frustrated and can't believe their EVs are dying within minutes, even with 30-60 miles of range

On January 5th, 2024, it was reported that the door plug blew off an Alaskan Airlines plane and sparked safety concerns. Alaska Airlines Flight 1282, a Boeing 737, experienced a mid-air incident that stunned the airline industry. An unexpected door plug suddenly detached as the plane took off from Portland, Oregon.

Whether this is your first time or third experiencing midterm exams, and however little or many tests you may have, no student gleans much enjoyment from the historically stressful week. Unless you somehow have no exams (and are the target of many envious feelings), you’ve likely been spending long hours on practice problems and Quizlet flashcards, both intellectually and emotionally preparing yourself  for what’s to come. And, like many of us, you probably find yourself getting incredibly distracted by the likes of Youtube, Tiktok, or pretty much anything but your schoolwork. It’s alright to take breaks when you need to, but engaging in procrastination when you’re supposed to be studying is less fantastic.

Sickle cell disease (SCD), though rare with fewer than 200,000 cases in the United States, stands as  the most common and clinically significant inherited blood disorder nationwide.  SCD treatment includes medications, transfusions, blood and marrow transplant and gene therapy. Recently,  the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first two gene-editing therapies to treat sickle cell disease.

Between January 12th and January 19th, heavy snowfall, rain, and strong winds buffeted the United States, resulting in casualties across the country. Fortunately, following last year’s holiday snowstorm, many areas were far better prepared as people stockpiled resources ahead of time and utility vehicles were ready.

On February 24, 2022, Ukrainian citizens’ worst nightmare became a reality. Russia invaded Ukraine in what would become the largest attack against a European country since World War II. During the first year of the war, Ukraine lost 30-50% of its GDP. There have been many devastating effects of this conflict and the battle continues as you read this article. 

I'm sure you've all heard of Harvard, the prestigious university that is so hard to get into, only the smartest, most qualified candidates get in. In the past week Harvard president, Claudine Gay resigned from her position after it was being questioned during a period of accusations of plagiarism and anti-Semitism.

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