SUMMARY: Two European satellites from the European Space Agency have created the first artificial solar eclipses by flying in precise formation 492 feet apart, simulating total solar eclipses to study the sun’s corona. Dubbed Proba-3, the \$210 million mission has already produced 10 successful eclipses since March, with scientists aiming for up to 200 over two years. This mission is unique because the eclipse-blocking disk and observing telescope are on separate spacecraft, offering unprecedented views of the sun’s outer atmosphere. Preliminary results have exceeded expectations, providing stunning images and aiding research on solar phenomena like coronal mass ejections and geomagnetic storms.

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SUMMARY: Many young children develop lisps as they learn to speak, often outgrowing them naturally. Katie Nelson’s lisp, characterized by “R” and “S” sound difficulties, persisted beyond early childhood, impacting her clarity and confidence. After unsuccessful group therapy, her mother sought help from speech therapist Kristal Ray, who used a mouth puppet to show proper tongue placement. This visual approach quickly corrected Katie’s “gliding” disorder, improving her speech, reading, and self-esteem. Ray advises parents to monitor speech clarity by ages 2-4 and seek therapy if understanding is delayed, as untreated speech issues can hinder literacy development.

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SUMMARY: In 2023, Americans lost $12.5 billion to fraud, with imposter scams ranking third, per the Federal Trade Commission. Sarah Geathers, 69, a victim from Volusia County, sought a loan for medical and personal needs. After applying online, she received a call from a scammer posing as LendingTree, who claimed she was approved for $1,000 to $3,000. The scammer deposited a fake $1,300 check and manipulated her into buying two $500 Walmart gift cards. Her bank later flagged the check as fraudulent. Cybersecurity expert Roger Grimes stressed everyone is vulnerable to social engineering scams. Victims should file reports, secure info, and monitor credit.

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