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Engines of Our Ingenuity 3266: New Year Fireworks

Karen Fang

Posted on February 8, 2022 · Episode: 3266 Fireworks, Firecrackers, and Lunar New Year. Today, we ring the new year in with a bang.

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Posted on June 29, 2022 · The usual Independence Day celebrations are back on in the Houston area after two years of pandemic-related changes.

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 3275: A Sister in Science

Catherine Patterson

Posted on June 28, 2022 · Episode: 3275 Katherine Boyle Jones, a Sister of the Scientific Revolution. Today, a sister of the Scientific Revolution.

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COVID is again raging across the U.S. just as Americans gather for the holidays

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Posted on December 20, 2021 · Sporting events and live theater announced cancellations amid major increases in new coronavirus cases, in large part because of the omicron variant.

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How to Deal with Seasonal Depression During the Holidays

Brenda Valdivia

Posted on December 18, 2021 · Experts discuss mental health, self-care and overall wellness, as many struggle with depression and anxiety – especially during the holidays and winter months.

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