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Spring Savings on Doctor‑Made Metabolism and Hormone Boosters

March 23, 2026

Veracity Health is rolling out a sitewide discount that can cut the price of its wellness products by as much as half until the end of March. The brand claims that all of its formulas are created by a team of eleven doctors, have undergone clinical testing, use plant‑based ingredients, and are ma

weather

Storm Fury: Big Hail and Wedge Tornado Hit Illinois

March 23, 2026

A powerful tornado struck Lake Village, Illinois on March 10, killing a couple and causing major damage. The National Weather Service named it an EF‑3 event, but the storm’s most striking feature was its gigantic hail. The largest stone measured eight inches across – a size unheard of for early‑seas

finance

Saginaw District Picks New Finance Boss to Guide $120M Budget

March 23, 2026

The Saginaw Intermediate School District has chosen Felipe Monasi to lead its financial team, beginning March 23. The role covers a budget over $120 million and services for about 26, 000 students across the county. Monasi’s duties will span budgeting, forecasting, compliance and reporting, helping

science

Tyson’s “Science Check” on the Hit Space Film

March 23, 2026

The blockbuster about a lone astronaut’s mission to save Earth has sparked chatter about whether it really gets the science right. Neil deGrasse Tyson, a well‑known public scientist, is often consulted by filmmakers for credibility. The directors of the film, Phil Lord and Chris Miller, told a

environment

Hidden Gems of Cambodian Caves

March 23, 2026

The limestone caves that run across northwestern Cambodia are still a mystery. A recent field trip to the province of Battambang revealed several animals that science has never seen before. Among them are a bright turquoise pit viper, a snake that can glide through the air, new kinds of geckos, tiny

science

Ralph the Dog: A Furry Friend Turning Science

March 23, 2026

The Rowe family met a lovable pup named Ralph at an adoption fair in 2012 and instantly felt he belonged with them. The dog was gentle, loved games like frisbee, enjoyed mountain hikes and swimming, and had a quirky look with short legs and a big head that drew smiles from everyone. Ralph proved

entertainment

Funny Movie Lines That Made Older Fans Laugh

March 23, 2026

A new science‑fiction film hit the big screen this year, and it sparked a wave of laughter from people who grew up in the late 1970s. The first chuckle came when the lead actor tried to use a well‑known five‑note melody that had once signaled alien contact in a classic 1977 movie. Those who remember

politics

When Beliefs Clash With Medical Care

March 23, 2026

A new law in Iowa lets health workers skip treatments they find morally wrong—even if patients depend on them. That’s a problem. Doctors, pharmacists, and hospitals shouldn’t pick and choose which medical care they provide based on personal beliefs. Medicine isn’t about individual comfort; it’s abou

crime

Mail carrier's rough push sparks debate over motives and police response

March 23, 2026

A mailman in Rockland County recently made headlines after shoving a four-year-old Jewish boy in a way that sent the child tumbling to the sidewalk. Local police have decided not to label the incident a hate crime, stating that the boy's religion wasn't a factor. The mailman, identified as a 39-year

science

New Pathways for Surgeons Who Want to Do Science

March 22, 2026

Getting a research grant is hard work, and even harder after recent changes in federal rules. When a surgeon wins the money, it feels like a big win for their career and school. But winning is just the first step; actually doing the science and keeping the budget in check can be tricky. The good ne