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Scientists Rebuild Lost Climate Site Without Government Help

June 30, 2026

Last year, the U. S. government shut down a key website called climate. gov that shared climate data with the public. Over 20% of NOAA’s staff—including all ten workers who maintained the site—lost their jobs in a single month. Scientists and officials called this move an attempt to hide climate fac

health

How Swiss Women’s Health Changed Over 30 Years

June 30, 2026

Between 1992 and 2022, Swiss women aged 15 to 49 saw big shifts in their daily habits and health. Researchers dug into surveys taken every few years to track changes in smoking, drinking, medication use, and overall well-being. The goal wasn’t just to list numbers—it was to see if these trends could

crime

A Florida nurse’s healthcare scheme and the surprising rise of wound care fraud

June 30, 2026

In Florida, a case of alleged Medicare fraud has taken a dramatic turn, revealing how a small group of people tried to profit from a system meant to help patients. Prosecutors say a nurse practitioner from Sarasota led a scheme that billed Medicare over $118 million for unnecessary wound care treatm

business

Finding the Right Balance: What Makes Indigenous Chickens Worth More?

June 30, 2026

Backyard chickens aren’t just pets—they’re small businesses for many farmers. A recent study looked closely at Ethiopian chicken farmers to figure out which traits make these birds most profitable. Researchers asked local poultry keepers detailed questions and crunched numbers to see what really dri

opinion

Politics, Pride, and Changing Tones

June 30, 2026

For years, a top New York politician built a reputation as a strong supporter of Israel. Then, seemingly overnight, priorities shifted. The same leader who once positioned himself as Israel’s key ally in Congress now appears to be aligning with groups pushing a different message. This move comes at

crime

A Hard Lesson in a Broken System

June 30, 2026

A woman in Georgia faced a nightmare no one should endure. After losing her wallet in 2021, she quickly cancelled her cards and got a new license. But months later, she discovered someone else was using her identity to buy thousands of dollars’ worth of roofing materials. Instead of helping her, pol

technology

Why AI’s Fastest Chips Depend on a Tiny but Critical Step Most People Overlook

June 30, 2026

A few years back, the tech world focused on making chips smaller to squeeze in more power. Now that trick isn’t as easy, companies like Nvidia are turning to a different trick: stuffing multiple chips together in smart ways. This trick is called advanced chip packaging, and it’s quietly become one o

environment

Michigan braces for hazy days ahead

June 30, 2026

A stretch of hot, sunny weather is settling over Michigan this week, and it isn’t just sweat we should worry about. The state’s air quality watchdogs are flagging a spike in ground-level ozone—smog’s invisible cousin—that could linger through the Fourth of July weekend. Alerts are already up for par

politics

Maine Senate Race Tightens as Education Divide Widens

June 30, 2026

A fresh poll suggests the U. S. Senate race in Maine has narrowed to a near-deadlock, with Democrat Graham Platner holding a slim 49% to 47% advantage over Republican incumbent Susan Collins. The survey, conducted by three news outlets, shows Platner’s lead is well within the margin of error, meanin

education

California schools shine in national college rankings

June 30, 2026

California keeps proving it’s a top spot for students looking for great learning environments after four of its colleges landed in a recent ranking of the best classroom experiences in the U. S. The list, put together by a well-known education guide, named schools based on student surveys about teac