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![Emperor penguins on the sea ice of East Antarctica.](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Penguins-in-Antarctica-e1697146224134-900x422.jpg)
An Ohio University meteorology professor warns melting Antarctic ice threatens penguins with extinction
By: Gabriel Scotto
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) – Melting Antarctic ice could contribute to rising sea levels and doom Antarctica’s penguin population to extinction by the end of the century. 2023 saw the lowest… Read More
![A row of centrifuges inside a massive facility in Piketon are now enriching uranium.](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Piketon-plant-centrifuges-e1697141717329-900x422.jpg)
Piketon is poised to again become a nuclear hub with the launch of a uranium enrichment plant
By: David Forster
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PIKETON, (Ohio) – With the flip of three switches, 16 giant cylinders lined neatly in a row came to life and began enriching uranium that will fuel the next generation… Read More
![Carol Woody and volunteer Erwin Berry make sure Gage Tatar is safely buckled into the Cimgo. The Cimgo is like a heavy duty wagon that you push from the back but instead of walls on it, it has roll bars. Grinning wide, Tatar listens as Woody explains what he can expect on the dirt track.](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/gage-getting-ready-with-smile_custom-6040cf679f2a07f7f2c69ca54ec1e23dda40e5d8-scaled-e1697037374170-900x422.jpeg)
Using technology to open up wilderness trails to people with disabilities
By: Emily Chen-Newton | NPR
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SNOWSHOE MOUNTAIN, W.Va. (NPR) — Outdoor recreation and wilderness trails played a larger role in the lives of many Americans since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, including those with… Read More
![The Ohio House considers bills during its session](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Ohio-House-STATEHOUSE-e1687447011205-900x422.webp)
Internal conflicts and power struggles have become hallmarks of the modern GOP
By: Julie Carr Smyth | Nicholas Riccardi | AP
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — After the Ohio GOP bolstered its statehouse majority last year due to their dominating showing in the midterm elections, it split into rival camps over who… Read More
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Discover the world of dinosaur collecting, a controversial hobby with a booming market. “Jurassic Fortunes” on SECRETS OF THE DEAD – Oct. 18 at 10 pm
Secrets of the Dead “Jurassic Fortunes” Wednesday, October 18 at 10 pm Some people collect works of art, others collect dinosaurs. These wealthy enthusiasts dream of decorating their homes… Read More
![October pledge graphic](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/woub_2023_pl_dollars_match-900x422.jpg)
GIVE NOW: WOUB’s “Double Days Double Dollars” radio pledge drive concludes today!
Give Now: Call or Text the word “GIVE” to 877-845-9600 or donate online at woubradio.pledgecart.org/give ATHENS, OH – Thanks to matching donations from several longtime members, WOUB is holding another… Read More