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“Half the Time to Mars”: This Spinning Liquid Uranium Engine Could Redefine Deep Space Travel for Future Missions

Sustainability Times · June 12, 2025

IN A NUTSHELL 🚀 Researchers are developing a revolutionary nuclear propulsion system using rotating liquid uranium to enhance space travel efficiency. 🔬 The Centrifugal Nuclear Thermal Rocket (CNTR) could offer up to four times the efficiency of...

Report: Helicopter pilot had 'do not fly' medication in his system at the time of fatal 2023 crash in Alabama

WIAT - Alabama · June 12, 2025

CHELSEA, Ala. (WIAT) — Years after two people died in a helicopter crash in Chelsea, medical reports have shown that pilot, who was killed in the crash, had a drug in his system that the Federal Aviation Administration considers a “do not fly”...

All About Alabama: Top river floats to visit

WIAT - Alabama · June 11, 2025

by: Jacob Woods Posted: Jun 11, 2025 / 03:29 PM CDT Updated: Jun 11, 2025 / 04:51 PM CDT BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — In this week’s edition of “All About Alabama,” we are exploring river floats for people to enjoy across central Alabama. Have river...

1 word describes Alabama football’s defensive line entering 2025

AL.com - Alabama · June 12, 2025

Alabama football’s defensive line looks on track to be a major strength for the 2025 season. As the Crimson Tide’s offseason continues, UA released a mini-documentary about the position group on Thursday, one where offensive tackle Kadyn Proctor...

The Depot's Rosen, Hughes win Alabama Seafood Cook-Off

The Auburn Villager - Alabama ·

The 10th Annual Alabama Seafood Cook-Off took place recently at the Wharf in Orange Beach. The new host organization for this statewide competition is Sweet Grown Alabama. Each competing chef team was challenged to highlight Alabama Gulf seafood...

Madison County generated over $2.4 billion in tourism last year

WAFF 48 - Alabama · June 12, 2025

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - More people are deciding to visit Madison County. According to a recent report from the Alabama Tourism Department, nearly four million people visited Madison County in 2024. Those visitors had a $2.4 billion impact on...

Myrtle Beach: The Beach That Helped Shape Music

Rolling Stone · June 12, 2025

Myrtle Beach may be known for its sandy beaches and family fun, but the town has played an important role in music throughout history. From its early days as a beach music hub to its modern-day draw as a hotspot for the best local talent and...

Alabama volunteer fire department sending truck to Africa

WSFA 12 - Alabama · June 12, 2025

ELMORE COUNTY, Ala. (WSFA) - A decommissioned pumper truck from the Emerald Mountain Volunteer Fire Department is headed for a new life overseas, in Malawi, Africa. Captain Wes Gunn, who has served on multiple mission trips to the southeastern...

Alabama schedule update: Key matchups and kickoff times for 2025 season

WZDX - Alabama · June 11, 2025

Alabama unveils 2025 football kickoff times, starting with the season opener against Florida State at 2:30 p.m. CT on August 30. TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — The Alabama Crimson Tide's 2025 football season schedule has been updated with kickoff times and...

Alabama and Tennessee are among the most popular states to move to, according to ConsumerAffairs

WZDX - Alabama · June 11, 2025

Americans are moving between states at near prepandemic levels, with North Carolina leading net migration. HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Americans are moving across state lines again. In 2023, over 7.5 million people relocated to a different state, a small...

Tourism dips but still brings in millions to LaGrange

LaGrange Daily News - Georgia · June 11, 2025

Tourism dips but still brings in millions to LaGrange Published 9:00 am Wednesday, June 11, 2025 Tourism dollars are up slightly, but there are other worrisome trends. Visit LaGrange, Inc., the city’s destination marketing organization (DMO),...

These road trip songs will make the journey just as fun as the destination

AOL ·

Sing Along to These Fun Road Trip Songs BalanceFormcreative - Getty ImagesThere's nothing quite like the open road, windows down, road trip snacks within reach, and a playlist that hits all the right notes. Whether you're cruising down Route 66,...

Alabama aims to expand global aerospace partnerships at 2025 Paris Air Show

Made in Alabama · June 11, 2025

Commerce Secretary Ellen McNair is leading an Alabama delegation that includes economic development professionals, company officials and community leaders from around the state on a mission to next week’s 2025 Paris Air Show, the aerospace...

Alabama Veterans Uplift; A day for and about our veterans

The Moulton Advertiser - Alabama ·

American Legion Post #25 is inviting all veterans, their families, and just plain patriotic people from Lawrence County and beyond to join them for the first annual Alabama Veterans Uplift, a full day of celebrating, honoring, and uplifting our...

Alabama Barker's net worth: Is Travis Barker's daughter rich?

Briefly · June 11, 2025

Alabama Barker's net worth is estimated to be between $1 million and $5 million, thanks to her multifaceted career as an entertainer and social media influencer. She said during an interview: Growing up with my dad's music, I was surrounded by so...

Todd Freeman named finalist for Alabama Superintendent of the Year

Vestavia Voice - Alabama · June 11, 2025

Vestavia Hills schools Superintendent Todd Freeman has been named a finalist for Alabama Superintendent of the Year by the School Superintendents of Alabama. Freeman has been superintendent for Vestavia Hills City Schools since 2018. Prior to...

Georgia River paddlers set to travel across multiple states in 7 days

WVGA Valdosta Today - Georgia · June 12, 2025

ATHENS – Paddle Georgia 2025 will consist of paddlers from 21 states set to travel seven days and 82 miles across three states. Some 370 canoeists and kayakers hailing from 21 states will converge on Ringgold, Georgia this weekend for the start of...

Trump Administration Sees Growing Pushback as Travel Ban Separates Families

Truthout · June 11, 2025

Condemnation is growing of President Trump’s travel ban that went into effect Monday, banning citizens of 12 countries from entering the United States: Afghanistan, Burma, Chad, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Yemen...

A new SEC order: Alabama and Georgia are no longer untouchable in 2025

Daily Comet - Louisiana ·

For years, Alabama and Georgia have been the juggernauts of the Southeastern Conference, the immovable objects in the Southeastern Conference. Other teams would build up hope after a good run of wins and start chanting a "We want Bama!" battle...

The South’s Most In-Demand Beach Towns Right Now, According To Vrbo

Southern Living ·

Beaches are the most popular vacation destinations on Vrbo this summer, and according to the online marketplace, many of the most sought-after beach destinations in America just so happen to be in the South. This week, Vrbo revealed a list of this...