Sunshine satellite to probe how heat hits Earth
A University of Wisconsin team led by Dr. Verner Suomi previews a Vanguard sunshine satellite to measure solar input, reflected heat, and Earth's radiation. The 90 minute global probe will help link solar energy trends with weather by tracking sensors, data relays, and a year long power flight.
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King Cotton Faces Synthetics Challenge in California
Fresno report details how cotton, once dominant, faces rising synthetic competition in textiles and upholstery. It notes lost markets, price protections, and Western farmers’ struggles with small, unprofitable patches, while California proponents seek efficiency without hurting growers.
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Notably Reserved Outlook Amid Uncertain Times
A cautious sentiment surfaces as Dr. Suomi remarks that optimism should be restrained, adding that people must learn to live with ongoing challenges and manage expectations accordingly. The remark underscores a pragmatic outlook in the face of persistent difficulties.
Jobless Toll Drops to 1958 Low in Late July Week
The Labor Department reports insured unemployment fell 80,700 in the week ended Aug 2 to 2,342,100, the lowest since before Christmas. Decline credited to plant recalls during vacations and seasonal hiring, with some drop from exhausted benefit rights. New claims rose 6,400 to 324,900 for week ended Aug 9. Some increases linked to automobile model changeovers. The cotton boll weevil is of Mexican origin.
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