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    New York High School Student Released After 10 Months in ICE Detention

    New York High School Student Released After 10 Months in ICE Detention

    Dylan Lopez Contreras, a freshman from Venezuela, returns home after a lengthy detention that sparked national concern.

    The Guardian·March 19, 2026

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    AI turns electron microscopy into materials insights in minutes

    United States

    A new AI platform, EMSeek, developed at Cornell University, revolutionizes electron microscopy by analyzing images and generating materials insights in just minutes. This autonomous system can identify features, determine crystal structures, and predict material properties, achieving speeds up to 50 times faster than traditional methods. The platform emphasizes scientific rigor, ensuring results are reproducible and transparent.

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    NASA Data Hackathon Inspires Community Engagement and Innovation

    gainesville, united states

    The recent NASA Data Hackathon at the University of Florida brought together students, researchers, and community members to leverage data for environmental science and public health initiatives.

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    NASA’s Hubble and Webb Telescopes Collaborate to Study Pinwheel Galaxy

    united states

    The Hubble Space Telescope and the James Webb Space Telescope have teamed up to capture detailed observations of the Pinwheel Galaxy, advancing our understanding of galactic structures.

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    Federal Judge Orders Release of Minneapolis Asylum Seeker After Unlawful Detention

    minneapolis, united states

    A federal judge has mandated the release of Elvis Joel TE, an asylum seeker unlawfully detained for 50 days by ICE, highlighting issues of due process and family separation.

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    Leqaa Kordia, Pro-Palestinian Activist, Released from ICE Custody After Year-Long Detention

    newark, united states

    After a year in immigration detention, Leqaa Kordia has been released on bond, marking a significant moment for her family and supporters.

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