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Community Green Day Sparks Hope in DeKalb

April 12, 2026

The campus of Northern Illinois University buzzed with excitement on Saturday as DeKalb County Earth Fest returned for its third year. The celebration, built through a partnership between DeCarbon DeKalb and the university, aimed to connect people with nature without heavy guilt. The opening keynot

lifestyle

Community Hub for Sport, Culture and Work

April 11, 2026

The Yutang Cultural and Sports Center sits in Shenzhen’s Guangming District, tucked inside the Tianliao Community. It is surrounded by a mix of old industrial sites and tight urban‑village housing, making it a bridge between factory workers and residents. The building covers roughly 54, 690 square

entertainment

New Crime Comedy Rises Fast on Netflix Charts

April 11, 2026

The latest crime‑comedy series has jumped straight into the spotlight, climbing to a top position on Netflix’s daily rankings within hours of its debut. The show, created and head‑lined by Dan Levy, follows two aimless siblings who find themselves roped into the world of organized crime. Their bu

education

Schools cut screen time as research shows laptops don't boost grades

April 11, 2026

Many U. S. schools once bet big on giving every student a laptop to improve learning. But now some are pulling back after realizing devices often lead to more distractions than achievements. Instead of helping kids focus, research shows laptops have sometimes worsened test scores and classroom behav

technology

Cheap eye checks for everyone, everywhere

April 8, 2026

A new pocket-sized scanner could bring eye exams to places where people usually skip them—like drugstores or bus stops. Made by scientists in Japan, this AI helper spots cloudy lenses (cataracts) and pressure problems (glaucoma) in just a few minutes. Most high-tech eye gear costs thousands and live

politics

A Quiet New Home for LGBTQ+ People

April 5, 2026

People who feel unsafe in their own states are moving to a small city in Illinois that offers support and low cost living. A couple, both transgender men, met at an art show in Peoria last fall. Their artwork was beside each other and they talked about how they both had left their previous homes

environment

Vermont’s New Climate‑Funding Law Faces Big Legal Hurdles

April 5, 2026

A Vermont law that asks fossil‑fuel giants to pay for the state’s climate‑adaptation costs is under fire from industry groups, a coalition of Republican attorneys general and the former Trump administration. The law, which began after two floods in 2023, would require companies that have produced th

health

Living Well After 50: Simple Steps for a Happier Life

April 5, 2026

People often think aging means slowing down, but many studies show that staying active, curious, and connected can keep the body and mind sharp. One key idea is “thriving, ” which means feeling fulfilled even when life throws challenges your way. A good start is moving regularly. Even a short walk

entertainment

Mitski's concerts shine a spotlight on a high school tied to Hollywood's past

April 5, 2026

A five-night concert series at Hollywood High School just ended with Mitski wrapping up her stay, adding to a small but notable tradition of pop stars performing in the school's auditorium. While big names like Elvis Costello and Morrissey have played there before, this residency highlights how deep

education

A peek into The Rise—a school lab where books meet high-tech fun

April 5, 2026

At Hayes K-8 in Birmingham, learning just got a serious upgrade. What used to be a quiet library has transformed into The Rise, a buzzing tech lab filled with gadgets most classrooms only dream of. There are iPads lined up on tables, books tucked into shelves, and some pretty cool tools like augment