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The U. S. once led in innovation, but today it’s watching from the sidelines as other countries race ahead in renewable energy. While climate change isn’t the main driver—cheaper costs are—nations like China, Ethiopia, and Canada are making smarter investments. Ethiopia gets over 90% of its power fr

business

Honoring Jeff Hayden and other Minnesota community leaders

Jeff Hayden, a well-known Minnesota politician, recently received the People's Advocate Award from the Cultural Wellness Center. This award recognizes his twelve years of service as a state senator and representative from Minneapolis. Hayden worked hard to bring attention to important community issu

Pingree’s Approach Could Help Maine Bounce Back

Maine’s biggest challenges today aren’t just about money—they’re about stability. Families struggle with rising grocery bills while heating and gas prices climb. Renters face shrinking options as homes become harder to find. Parents juggle work with expensive childcare, and workers worry about keepi

business

Small businesses opening and closing in Central Massachusetts

A Hooters restaurant in Shrewsbury is shutting down, though no specific end date was shared. This leaves only three other Hooters locations across Massachusetts. The building used to house a Chili's before Hooters moved in back in 2015. The closure might leave locals wondering about the future of th

Justice on Hold: How U. S. Funding Cuts Leave War Crimes in Ukraine Unanswered

In the quiet town of Izium, surrounded by fields and forests, war’s scars remain deep. A woman named Alla shared her story with investigators—how Russian soldiers held her for days, torturing her in ways that left her begging for death. This isn’t an isolated case. Since Russia’s 2022 invasion, Ukra

entertainment

A TV Producer Who Made Awards Shows and Big Moments

Gary L. Pudney spent most of his career behind the scenes shaping how millions watched television. For over twenty years at ABC, he moved up from producing specials to running a key division that handled everything from holiday concerts to star-studded awards. His teams put together programs watched

environment

Small towns lead the way in solving water shortages

In Washington state, small towns like Lynden often set the example for big solutions. Located near the Canadian border, this farming community depends on the Nooksack River for water. But climate change is making summers drier, with less snow and rain to feed the river. The mayor recently pointed ou

Where does America go when social science funding disappears?

Government money has long shaped what American researchers study. In 1945, President Truman wanted an agency that paid scientists to discover how the world works. That agency became the National Science Foundation. Today, one out of every ten federal research dollars for U. S. universities comes fro

lifestyle

Getting Older Together When Retirement Doesn’t Match Plans

A couple in their late sixties finds themselves stuck in a home they can no longer maintain easily. The wife worked in healthcare long enough to know the warning signs when they appear. Her husband’s 53 years of mail delivery left him strong once, but now his body is sending different signals. A bra

How to Make Your Voice Count Beyond Voting