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U of I Lands $1.4M Grant to Train Next Generation of Wildland Fire Scientists
Newswise
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August 19, 2025
Newswise — MOSCOW, Idaho — Aug. 18, 2025 — University of Idaho researchers are tackling some of the toughest wildfire challenges with support from a new $1.4 million National Science Foundation (NSF) grant, which will fund nine additional...
University of Idaho Scientist Helps Uncover Surprising Drought Resilience in Tropical Forests
Newswise
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August 19, 2025
Newswise — MOSCOW, Idaho — Aug. 18, 2025 — Tropical forests, long considered vulnerable to drought, may be more resilient than expected — at least for now. A sweeping new study published in Science — and co-authored by University of Idaho...
Killer Kohberger’s disturbing red flag behavior revealed before Idaho murders in documents
The Mirror US
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August 19, 2025
Before he murdered four University of Idaho students, Bryan Kohberger exhibited several "red flag" behaviors, according to his peers and former professors — one of which stands out and could point toward the motive behind the heinous crime. The...
Revival Gold Shares Promising Results from Collaboration with Dundee Sustainable Technologies
The Assay
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August 19, 2025
Revival Gold Inc. (TSXV: RVG, OTCQX: RVLGF) has shared encouraging outcomes from its metallurgical testing program in partnership with Dundee Sustainable Technologies (DST), a subsidiary of Dundee Corporation (TSX: DC.A). This program aimed to...
Idahosa family converts 100-year-old country home to nursing college
Punch
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August 18, 2025
The Idahosa family has transformed its historic country home in Ehor, Edo State, into a world-class institution of learning called the Bishop JWI Idahosa Memorial College of Nursing Sciences. According to a statement issued by its representative,...
Ten Charming Spots In Idaho You Might Not Know About
Power 105.5 - Idaho
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August 18, 2025
Can we ever know enough about our beloved Gem State? Regardless of how long you've lived in Idaho, there's always some hidden secret to unlock. The state is blessed with an endless supply of trails, mountains, rivers, and that's just the outdoors....
Car insurance rates in Idaho August 2025
KMVU FOX26 - Oregon
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The auto insurance rates published in this guide are based on the results of research completed by Way.com's data team. Using a mix of public and internal data, we analyzed millions of rate averages across U.S. ZIP codes. These rates were publicly...
Idaho poisoned Snake River for invasive mussels. Was it worth ‘heartbreaking’ loss?
East Idaho News
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August 17, 2025
TWIN FALLS (Idaho Statesman) — The invasive quagga mussels found in an Idaho river in 2023 were microscopic. But to state officials, their presence was enormous. Though the mussels couldn’t grow much larger than a nickel, state officials said an...
After pressure from Idaho company, Costco decides not to sell abortion drug
East Idaho News
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August 18, 2025
BOISE (Idaho Statesman) — After months of pressure from a Boise-area investment firm that offers its customers “biblically responsible” portfolios, Costco has decided not to sell mifepristone, a pill used for abortions and miscarriage management....
ICOM in Meridian seeks to train future doctors with hopes they’ll practice in Idaho
Idaho Business Review
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August 18, 2025
Key Highlights Idaho ranks last in physicians per capita, needing 1,300 more to reach the U.S. average Students are trained in primary care and rural healthcare settings Residency expansion is key to retaining Idaho-trained doctors When it comes...
Lifelines for Growth: How SBA Loans Are Powering Idaho’s Small Businesses
Idaho Business Review
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August 18, 2025
SBA loans provide affordable financing for Idaho small businesses Nearly 90% of SBA loans are issued through banks Zions Bank streamlines SBA loan applications under $150K Local companies expand operations with SBA-backed funding It’s well known...
Idaho poisoned the Snake River to kill an invasive mussel. Some call the results ‘heartbreaking’
OregonLive.com
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August 17, 2025
The invasive quagga mussels found in an Idaho river in 2023 were microscopic. But to state officials, their presence was enormous. Though the mussels couldn’t grow much larger than a nickel, state officials said an infestation would devastate...
Aalo Raises $100M to Build Modular Nuclear Plant
TechNews180
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August 20, 2025
Aalo has raised $100 million in a Series B round led by Valor Equity Partners, with participation from a wide range of new and existing investors. The round includes backing from Fine Structure Ventures, Hitachi Ventures, Crosscut, NRG Energy,...
Another Uranus discovery: Moon number 29 shows up
Notebook Check
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August 20, 2025
An image showing the position of the new moon and other moons orbiting Uranus (Image source: NASA, ESA, CSA, STScI, SwRI, and University of Idaho; cropped) Astronomers have discovered a previously unknown moon orbiting Uranus using the James Webb...
New Moon Discovered Orbiting Uranus Using NASA’s Webb Telescope
SatNews
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August 20, 2025
Editor’s Note: This post highlights data from Webb science in progress, which has not yet been through the peer-review process. Using NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, a team led by the Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) has identified a...
Idaho’s Historic Highway Markers get modern makeover
CDA Press - Idaho
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August 16, 2025
Travelers along Idaho’s roads and scenic byways will soon see the first of the new Idaho Historic Highway Markers. These refreshed signs combine storytelling with modern technology, offering visitors a more immersive experience and a stronger...
Boise State plans to build new science research building to help with capacity needs
KTVB 7 - Idaho
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August 16, 2025
Boise State plans to build a new science research facility to address decade-long capacity needs. Groundbreaking set for 2027, opening fall 2029. BOISE, Idaho — Boise State University plans for a new science research building to address a...
Idaho aims to help students through career-technical education
KMVT - Idaho
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August 16, 2025
RUPERT, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — One area of schooling that’s been growing in popularity is skills-based training, like career technical education. Many of these programs received a boost in funding to help accommodate the demand. To help reach that...
Chopping Block
Flathead Beacon - Montana
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August 20, 2025
As Idaho fires poured smoke into the valley, an ashy flavor lingered in my mouth. It tasted familiar, permeated the nose, and caused distress to everyone it touched valley wide. We’ve been through it for too many summers. It wasn’t so smoky in the...
Strange Leaked Video of Idaho Serial Killer in His Cell Goes Viral: Investigation Launched Over How It Got Out
The Western Journal
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August 17, 2025
Videos circulating on social media appear to show Idaho serial killer Bryan Kohberger in his jail cell. It’s unclear if the videos are authentic, but their circulation prompted the Idaho Department of Correction to make an announcement about them...