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College Gambling Center: A New Focus on Student Risks

March 24, 2026

The University of Mississippi has announced plans to open a research hub dedicated to studying gambling among college students. The center, approved by the university’s board in February, will cost roughly $700, 000 each year and is set to hire staff soon. Researchers say the goal is to investigate

politics

Models Show a Left Tilt in Political Talk

March 24, 2026

Large language models are now part of everyday conversations about politics, school topics, and public news. Researchers worry that these AI tools might favor one side of the political spectrum without us noticing. Earlier studies often asked models to act as specific characters or used fixed labels

health

Fluoride Bans Could Raise Childhood Cavities, Study Finds

March 24, 2026

A new study warns that removing fluoride from drinking water may increase cavities in children and raise healthcare costs. Researchers predict that if five states discontinue fluoridation, over 132, 000 kids could need dental work in the next three years. The cost to Medicaid alone might climb close

sports

Big Changes for Seattle's Sports Scene

March 24, 2026

Seattle just got a huge shake-up in its sports world. The group that owns the NHL team, the Seattle Kraken, has taken over most of Climate Pledge Arena. They’re calling their new umbrella company One Roof Sports and Entertainment. This company will handle the Kraken, the arena, their ice training ce

health

Insurance Gaps Hurt Diabetes Control

March 23, 2026

People who keep losing health insurance find it harder to keep their blood sugar in check. A study that followed more than 39, 000 adults in community clinics across twenty states found that those who lost coverage needed more medication and struggled with treatment. The research looked at low‑incom

opinion

A Day at the Ballpark: New‑Fan Finds Fun and Frustration

March 23, 2026

The first time a newcomer steps into a baseball stadium, the excitement is high and the details are new. After arriving at the field, the person notices a couple of tall strangers sitting in front of them; their presence blocks most of the view, so they move to a different row. The next game brings

health

Family help can beat sugar problems in Ethiopia

March 22, 2026

In many parts of Ethiopia, people think that type‑2 diabetes comes from bad luck or spirits. Because of these ideas, they often feel ashamed and do not follow doctors’ advice. The study looked at how families, friends, and neighbours support people who have the disease. Researchers talked to 22 peo

politics

Hidden Meetings, Public Scrutiny: A Texas DA in the Hot Seat

March 22, 2026

The case that began with a 2020 protest in Austin is now stirring deeper questions about how prosecutors work. A district attorney, who won his position after a campaign promising to target police misconduct, faces pressure from local law‑enforcement groups to step down. The controversy centers on a

technology

Tech Moves: From Military AI to Courtroom Drama

March 22, 2026

Palantir has just secured a major win with the Pentagon, installing its AI platform Maven across all branches of the military. The system scans data from many sources to spot threats, and the deal could lock in steady funding for the company after a $10 billion Army contract. Meanwhile, NVIDIA’s

sports

Day of Sports Action on TV

March 22, 2026

Morning starts with NHRA qualifying at Firebird Motorsports Park, taped for FS2 and later on FS1. At noon, the same event airs again on FS1. Early afternoon brings a mix of racing and college sports. NBC shows the Monster Energy AMA Supercross in Birmingham at 1 p. m. , while FS2 airs MotoG