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thomas goetz

A New Way to Hear About Medicines

April 26, 2026

Thomas Goetz has started a podcast that looks at one medicine each episode and tells the whole story behind it. He says every drug has a bigger tale – how the disease came about, why we treat it with that medicine, and what the drug does to society. Instead of just telling you how a pill works

celebrities

Birthdays to celebrate: Streisand, Clarkson, and others turn a year older

April 25, 2026

April 24, 2026 marks another round of birthdays for well-known names across music, film, and sports. Among them are music legend Barbra Streisand at 84 and pop singer Kelly Clarkson at 44. Both have left their mark in very different ways—Streisand through decades of vocal performances and Clarkson w

environment

Chemical Leak in West Virginia: Two Dead, 30 Hospitalized

April 23, 2026

A sudden chemical spill at a silver‑recycling plant in Institute, West Virginia, claimed two lives and forced about thirty people to seek medical care. The incident unfolded while workers were shutting down part of the facility, triggering a violent reaction between nitric acid and another substance

entertainment

Explore Northern Illinois Museums Beyond Chicago

April 21, 2026

Northern Illinois hides a treasure trove of museums that offer more than just art displays. These spots cover history, science, and quirky local tales, making them perfect for family trips or weekend adventures. The Lizzadro Museum in Oak Brook showcases gems and stone carvings, letting kids touc

history

Local heroes: How St. Louis shaped the nation

April 19, 2026

St. Louis may be known for its iconic arch and deep-fried foods, but its real claim to fame might be the people who grew up there and went on to leave a mark on the whole country. From scientists to artists, this city has produced individuals who didn’t just blend into the background. Take Chuck Ber

politics

Chevy’s Court Case Gets Surprise Support From Two Liberal Justices

April 18, 2026

Three courts, one big question. The Supreme Court looked at a fight that began in Louisiana over oil drilling in the 1970s. The state law stopped oil work without a special permit. In 2013, local parishes sued big companies for past drilling practices. They said the companies used bad methods and ha

entertainment

Future Spy Show Ends After One Season

April 17, 2026

The streaming series about a cyber‑hacked agent stopped after its first run, so viewers won’t see more adventures. The series was made by Thomas Brandon and featured a mix of actors including Melissa Barrera, Sinclair Daniel, Brian d’Arcy James, Mark O’Brien and Kathleen Chalfant. Simu Liu pla

sports

What’s next for the Jaguars and Brian Thomas Jr. ?

April 14, 2026

The NFL draft is just around the corner, and teams are already making big plans. For the Jacksonville Jaguars, last season was a rollercoaster. They finished with a strong 13-4 record—their best since 1999—proving they could compete at a high level. But their playoff run ended quickly, raising quest

opinion

Climate Change Talk: A Skeptical Review of “Extreme Weather” Claims

April 12, 2026

The Heartland Institute’s climate conference in Washington brought a mix of arguments and data. One speaker, John Clauser, who earned a Nobel Prize in physics for work on quantum entanglement, used his expertise to scrutinize the evidence often cited as proof of a looming climate crisis. Clauser’s c

politics

Debate Over New Education Plans Sparks Controversy

April 12, 2026

The new education secretary, who once ran a family business in professional wrestling, is set to speak at Yale this Thursday. The event, hosted by a conservative think‑tank that often invites speakers to Ivy League campuses, promises a “roadmap” for changing how schools are run. Critics say the plan