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Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026

National/International

38 Starlink satellites lost during 20-year solar storm peak as tech disruptions loom
01/21/26 MSN.com
Kansas State University agricultural economist Terry Griffin pegged losses at $500 million—roughly 0.1% of U.S. farm output—from delayed sowing and yield hits in a vital 24-48 hour planting window.

State/Regional

Genetically modified wheat varieties at Kansas State University offer hope for people with celiac disease
01/20/26 KSHB
Life-changing research is underway at Kansas State University that could change the way people with celiac disease enjoy their bread.