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Planting Trees in the Right Places Can Cool the Planet

March 16, 2026

Tree planting is a big idea for fighting climate change. Scientists tested how different amounts and locations of new forests affect the Earth’s temperature using a detailed computer model. They looked at three scenarios with different sizes and spreads of reforestation. The results were clear: add

science

Rocket Journeys: From Tiny Beginnings to Giant Dreams

March 16, 2026

The first liquid‑fuel rocket, named “Nell, ” lifted only 41 feet on its debut a century ago. Though modest, it sparked the era of spaceflight that would see humans walk on the Moon decades later. Celebrating this milestone, several staff members share their most memorable launch experiences. One

health

Medical Meeting Raises Big Questions About Teen Trans Care

March 16, 2026

In a recent gathering, the head of Medicare and Medicaid met with leaders from the country’s top medical groups to talk about a hot topic: how doctors treat teens who feel their body does not match their gender. The discussion centered on whether the treatments that can change a teen’s body—such as

sports

Students Get a Chance to Pick the Best Female Athlete of the Week

March 16, 2026

The school district is asking parents, teachers and students to decide who will be honored as the top female athlete for the week of March 9‑15. A live poll will run until 8 p. m. on Wednesday, and the winner will be revealed on the district’s Instagram the following morning. If you think a pl

health

Nurses on the Front Lines: Preventing Trauma When Disaster Strikes

March 16, 2026

In Indonesia, floods, earthquakes and landslides are common, and the people living there must learn how these events affect their health. Nurses play a crucial role in stopping injuries and emotional distress before they grow worse. The idea of “trauma prevention care” has been part of nursing

entertainment

Harry Styles Slays a SNL Skit About RFK Jr. and The Pitt

March 16, 2026

Harry Styles returned to Saturday Night Live as host and musical guest, this time taking on the role of a goofy doctor in a spoof trailer for the medical drama “The Pitt. ” In the clip, Styles’ character refuses regular medicine and instead pushes a diet of steak and raw eggs. He tells a woman wh

health

Kids’ Teeth: A 25‑Year Journey From Guesswork to Science

March 16, 2026

Pediatric dentistry used to rely on what experts thought best, often copying adult techniques. In the last 25 years it has become a science that uses solid evidence tailored for children. This shift shows how evidence‑based dentistry (EBD) blends research, professional skill and what kids and famili

technology

Cyber Talk: A New Look at Security and Learning

March 16, 2026

Southeastern Louisiana University is hosting a free talk on March 19 at 4 p. m. The event is part of the spring Industry Connect Distinguished Lecture series. The speaker is Matthew McNulty, the university’s Chief Information Security Officer. He also teaches part‑time in the Computer Science Dep

health

Finding Calm Without the Quit Button

March 16, 2026

The author had been on a long meditation roller coaster, usually stuck in the “now what? ” pit stop. After years of trying to stay present while breathing, a new free app caught his eye because it promised science‑backed tricks that fit into daily life. Instead of long, quiet sessions on a mat, t

health

FDA's New Fast-Track Drug Approval: Is It Safe or Just Speedy?

March 16, 2026

The FDA has introduced a new program that promises super-fast drug approvals. This program, called the Commissioner’s National Priority Voucher, can approve drugs in just one to two months. This is much faster than the usual 10-month review process. The idea is to prioritize drugs that match certain