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Professor Mike Benjamin’s Legacy in Connective Tissue Science

March 11, 2026

The new special edition focuses on how Professor Mike Benjamin has shaped the study of connective tissues. It highlights his groundbreaking discoveries about the mechanical properties of fibrous proteins. Researchers praised how he linked structure to function in collagen and elastin fibers.

entertainment

Mysterious Beavers and a Heroine Who Can Jump Into Robots

March 6, 2026

A new animated film from the Disney‑owned studio offers a fresh mix of adventure, science fiction and environmental themes. The story follows 19‑year‑old Mabel Tanaka, a college student who loves nature more than people. She lives in the quiet town of Beaverton, where a forest glade is her favorite

education

The New Dome: How a Reopened Planetarium Is Changing Learning

March 3, 2026

A new chapter is opening for the University of Arkansas at Little Rock as its planetarium, renamed after a generous donor, will welcome students and the public again in fall 2026. After almost twenty years of silence, the venue is being upgraded with state‑of‑the‑art projection and sound. The

entertainment

Campus Conflicts and Comedy on the Screen

March 3, 2026

The new week’s TV lineup offers a mix of drama and humor set against college backdrops. One show dives deep into the murky waters of academic relationships, featuring a seasoned professor who becomes obsessed with a younger coworker. The story unfolds through her inner thoughts, blurring fact an

politics

Dubai Shaken: Gulf Nations Face Unexpected Threats

March 2, 2026

The recent wave of missile and drone attacks has rattled the Gulf, showing that even the region’s most secure cities can feel vulnerable. Dubai, known for its towering skyline and bustling tourism, saw hotels ignite, apartment windows shatter, and an international airport sustain damage that left fo

crypto

New Rules Could Shake Up Stablecoin Rewards

February 28, 2026

The Treasury Department has drafted a set of rules under the GENIUS Act that may limit how stablecoins can offer returns to holders. The proposal, released by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, spans 376 pages and will be open for public comment for 60 days. It specifically targets

education

Faculty Committee Pushes for Professor’s Return After Controversial Posts

February 28, 2026

A group of faculty members at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville has issued a unanimous recommendation that the university should not fire Dr. Shirin Saeidi, an Iranian‑born political science professor who has been suspended over her social media activity. The committee’s decision comes afte

education

Women Scientists Shine at Local Library Talk

February 27, 2026

Deborah Huntley, once a professor and administrator in Saginaw Valley State University, will speak about the place of women in science at a Women’s History Month event. The talk, titled “Science, Women of Science, and Women in Science, ” is scheduled for Wednesday evening at the Hoyt Library auditor

finance

The Donor‑Fund Fight: A $21 Million Family Legal Battle

February 26, 2026

A family in Kansas has taken a nonprofit to court over a $21 million donor‑advised fund (DAF) that was started by the father in 2005. The son, who has been the sole advisor since his mother’s death, says the sponsor—WaterStone—has stopped letting him see the account and has ignored his grant request

politics

A Bunker’s Secret: Power, Lies and a Plan for the Future

February 24, 2026

In the latest season of Paradise, the focus shifts from a simple underground shelter to a complex web of hidden agendas and scientific mysteries. The story begins when Samantha Redmond wakes from a coma, only to find the world she once led has changed dramatically. With President Cal Bradford dead a

Professor Mike Benjamin’s Legacy in Connective Tissue Science

Mysterious Beavers and a Heroine Who Can Jump Into Robots

The New Dome: How a Reopened Planetarium Is Changing Learning

Campus Conflicts and Comedy on the Screen

Dubai Shaken: Gulf Nations Face Unexpected Threats

New Rules Could Shake Up Stablecoin Rewards

Faculty Committee Pushes for Professor’s Return After Controversial Posts

Women Scientists Shine at Local Library Talk

The Donor‑Fund Fight: A $21 Million Family Legal Battle

A Bunker’s Secret: Power, Lies and a Plan for the Future

The Donor‑Fund Fight: A $21 Million Family Legal Battle