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Heat Wave Turns Beach into Cooling Hub

July 1, 2026

The early heat in Indiana has pushed people to the shore, turning the local beach into a busy refuge. Before lifeguards even set up at 11 a. m. , the parking lot was already packed. Second‑year lifeguard Matthew Billings warned that heat exhaustion is the most common problem, urging folks to d

science

Helping Others Feel Better Varies Across Cultures

July 1, 2026

In many Western societies, lifting someone’s mood is seen as essential for both mental well‑being and strong friendships. Yet people around the world think about feelings and connections in different ways, so the urge to comfort others can differ from one culture to another. Researchers gathered

entertainment

Ned Fulmer’s Comeback: A Story of Mistakes and Missed Chances

July 1, 2026

Ned Fulmer first made waves as a member of the BuzzFeed group known as the Try Guys. After the team split from their parent company, he joined them in creating an independent brand. Things looked bright until 2022 when a scandal broke: he was caught having an affair with a staff member. The fallout

crime

Nurse’s Drug Habit Sparks Two Deaths and a Lawsuit

July 1, 2026

A lawsuit filed by two nurses says a long‑time emergency department worker in western Pennsylvania worked while intoxicated and stole controlled drugs. The case names the hospital system, its leaders, and the nurse accused of misconduct as defendants. The nurses claim that the doctor’s addiction

health

New Pathways to Mental Well‑Being in the Middle East

July 1, 2026

The Middle East faces unique challenges when it comes to mental health. Cultural norms, religious beliefs, and social expectations often shape how people talk about emotions and seek help. Researchers have put together a fresh framework that blends traditional values with modern technology to make m

finance

Big Banks on the Move, New Choices for Investors

July 1, 2026

Oppenheimer, a well‑known brokerage firm, surprised many on Tuesday by lowering its ratings for some of the largest U. S. investment banks, including Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley. The firm explained that the current market prices of these banks leave little chance for further growth, even thoug

technology

AI is the New Game‑Changer for Business

July 1, 2026

Enterprise tech has always been a one‑way street: companies change to fit new software. From old school ERP to cloud apps and data dashboards, each wave promised better efficiency but forced firms to adopt a common way of working. That trend made it hard for businesses to keep the unique parts that

technology

Creative Pathways: How One Artist Uses Tech and Story to Keep Making Movies

July 1, 2026

Doug Werby started his career when film was switching from film rolls to computers. He always liked new tools and used them to tell better stories. In the early days he worked in marketing, but soon moved into editing because it let him shape stories. Editing helped him find a way to express himself

crime

Russian Mob’s $1 B Medicare Scam Uncovered

July 1, 2026

A quiet shop in Brooklyn became the front for a $1 B Medicare fraud run by a Russian crime group, prosecutors say. The scheme began in 2022 when the gang bought more than 30 U. S. medical‑supply firms that were already registered with Medicare, from California to Texas and Chicago. They then hired y

weather

Heat‑Broke Road in Algonquin, Drivers Urged to Watch Out

July 1, 2026

A stretch of Algonquin Road just west of Route 25 cracked and bent after a week of intense heat. The damage started around noon on Monday, causing cars to swerve and creating a traffic jam for the next 24 hours. By 12:50 a. m. Tuesday, state workers had patched the road and all lanes were open again

Heat Wave Turns Beach into Cooling Hub

Helping Others Feel Better Varies Across Cultures

Ned Fulmer’s Comeback: A Story of Mistakes and Missed Chances

Nurse’s Drug Habit Sparks Two Deaths and a Lawsuit

New Pathways to Mental Well‑Being in the Middle East

Big Banks on the Move, New Choices for Investors

AI is the New Game‑Changer for Business

Creative Pathways: How One Artist Uses Tech and Story to Keep Making Movies

Russian Mob’s $1 B Medicare Scam Uncovered

Heat‑Broke Road in Algonquin, Drivers Urged to Watch Out

Russian Mob’s $1 B Medicare Scam Uncovered