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brazilian farms

Pigs, Ponds and Hidden Antibiotic Threats

July 1, 2026

Scientists followed the journey of pig waste in a Brazilian farm’s treatment ponds. They used advanced DNA sequencing to track bacteria, antibiotic‑resistance genes (ARGs), mobile gene pieces (MGEs), and metabolic activities over several months. Samples came from the first pond, where raw waste ente

entertainment

The Quiet Ripple of a New School

July 1, 2026

The story begins with a group of teachers who decided to change how they teach. They looked at old ways and found them slow for today’s fast world. The teachers chose to use hands‑on projects instead of long lectures, hoping students would feel more engaged. They also built a small garden on the sch

sports

Gabriel Martinelli: From Steel Town to Premier League

July 1, 2026

Gabriel Martinelli wasn’t born with a golden football at his feet—he grew up in Guarulhos, a noisy city near São Paulo, where his parents worked tough jobs at a steel factory. Football wasn’t just a hobby; it was the heartbeat of their home. His mom didn’t just drop him off at futsal practice—she ma

environment

Los Angeles and the Hidden Costs of Progress

June 30, 2026

Los Angeles once faced a strange kind of attack—not from weapons, but from the air itself. A thick, choking haze settled over the city, eating away at car tires, stinging eyes, and making it hard to breathe. The culprit? A mix of car fumes, factory smoke, and sunlight cooking up a toxic cocktail. Th

environment

Blueberries at Risk: Maine’s Shrinking Berry Fields

June 29, 2026

Maine’s blueberry fields, long part of the state’s scenery, are disappearing. People use these lands for food, hiking, hunting and wildlife habitat. Now more than a thousand acres are on sale or have just sold. Large farms are leaving because berry prices drop and the climate changes fast.

technology

US Energy Build: Why Everyone Must Work Together

June 29, 2026

The United States is planning its biggest energy project in decades. A huge amount of money—about $10 trillion over the next ten years—is needed to grow power plants, wind farms, solar fields and new gas facilities. Experts say that simply building more assets is not enough; the whole system m

technology

Drones Lighten the Load for Connecticut Farmers

June 29, 2026

Farmers in Connecticut are turning to drones as a new way to keep their fields healthy and productive. These flying machines can spot problems in crops, map out fields, and even drop seed or fertilizer right where it is needed. One of the most exciting uses is for planting cover crops—plants t

sports

Miami’s Secret Role as Latin America’s Sports Hub

June 29, 2026

Miami has quietly become the unofficial stage for South America’s soccer passion. During the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, stadiums filled not with local fans but with supporters draped in Colombian, Brazilian, and Uruguayan flags. Hard Rock Stadium turned yellow for Colombia’s game against Portugal, w

art

Helping Artists Keep It Real

June 28, 2026

A new charity was created by the estate of late musician Oliver Tree. The foundation’s web page offers grants to help people make art that lasts for decades. Its name—“Dr. Oliver Tree’s Extremely Epic Art Grant for Baby Geniuses”—shows the founder’s playful style. The mission statement says

celebrities

Neymar’s Roots: Who He Is Behind the Spotlight

June 28, 2026

Neymar was born on 5 February 1992 in Mogi das Cruzes, a town near São Paulo. He grew up on the streets of Brazil where football is part of everyday life. His father, a former player himself, spotted the boy’s talent early and helped shape his future. Brazil is famous for mixing many cultures, an