Jun 01 2026HEALTH

Better ways to study hepatitis B in labs

Hepatitis B remains a global health issue with about 1. 2 million new infections every year. Despite having a vaccine, the virus keeps spreading. Exis...

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Jun 01 2026ENTERTAINMENT

When Comics Tackle Science on Its Own Weird Terms

Science and humor don’t usually mix, but Gary Larson’s The Far Side proved they could collide in hilarious ways. Some of the comic’s wildest takes wer...

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Jun 01 2026HEALTH

Novartis' New Cancer Drug Shows Early Success in Fighting Prostate Cancer

A new experimental drug from Novartis is making waves in the fight against prostate cancer. Early trial results show it shrinks tumors in patients, ev...

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Jun 01 2026POLITICS

Nicola Sturgeon faces questions over her husband's misuse of party money

Scotland’s political scene is buzzing after Nicola Sturgeon, the country’s former top leader, found herself in an awkward spot. Her husband Peter Murr...

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Jun 01 2026HEALTH

What menopause teaches us about culture and health

Menopause is a universal experience, yet it looks different depending on where a woman lives. In some countries, it’s treated as a normal life stage. ...

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Jun 01 2026POLITICS

The truth behind mask studies that shaped public health rules

Back in 2020, health officials pushed masks hard despite little solid proof they stopped COVID. A deep dive into thousands of research papers found so...

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Jun 01 2026HEALTH

Big breakthroughs are coming in children's health

Over the past ten years, medical science has made huge strides in keeping kids healthy worldwide. Simple steps like safe sleep positions, vaccines, an...

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Jun 01 2026EDUCATION

Flag Day Fun: Jackson College Celebrates with Games, History and Freebies

Jackson College is throwing a Flag Day party on June 15 from 10 a. m. to noon, and everyone’s invited. The event mixes education and fun, letting gues...

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Jun 01 2026CELEBRITIES

A Quiet Choice: Why a Hollywood Star Bought Peace in the Mountains

Back in the early 1980s, when most actors dreamed of staying close to film sets and premiere parties, Kurt Russell did something unusual. He left Los ...

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Jun 01 2026BUSINESS

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...

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Jun 01 2026POLITICS

Why the U. S. is falling behind in clean energy — and what it means for the future

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 i...

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Jun 01 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrity Birthdays and Fun Facts for May 31st

May 31st marks another year for several well-known names in entertainment. Among them is Clint Eastwood, who celebrates his 96th birthday this year. H...

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Jun 01 2026POLITICS

New Jersey tightens security around migrant center as protests grow

New Jersey is taking extra steps to control protests near a large immigrant detention facility in Newark. While visits for detainees resumed Sunday, t...

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Jun 01 2026HEALTH

Unexpected link between gum health and fertility surprises researchers

Most people don’t realize that a toothbrush might be as important as a thermometer when trying to start a family. While many assume fertility depends ...

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Jun 01 2026HEALTH

Why some women freeze their eggs—and what it really costs

More young women are choosing to freeze their eggs each year, hoping to extend their options for having children later. The process involves removing ...

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Jun 01 2026SPORTS

Why NHL legend’s brain matters for future athletes

Claude Lemieux’s family is making a bold move after his sudden death. They’ve decided to donate his brain to research focused on brain injuries common...

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Jun 01 2026POLITICS

Who’s Winning Peru’s Tight Presidential Race?

One week before Peru votes again, the race is tighter than expected. Right-leaning Keiko Fujimori leads left-leaning Roberto Sanchez by just three poi...

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Jun 01 2026POLITICS

Israel’s Move into Lebanon: What the Beaufort Castle Capture Really Means

The Israeli military recently took control of a 900-year-old fortress in southern Lebanon, a spot known as Beaufort Castle, along with the high ground...

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Jun 01 2026EDUCATION

How Student-Led Food Events Could Change How Future Doctors Learn Medicine

A small but growing number of health students are using cooking and eating events to push their schools to teach more about prevention. Between fall 2...

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Jun 01 2026POLITICS

Life by the Border: The Cost of Crossing Divides

In a quiet town near Nablus, a 26-year-old man named Imad Haroun Ishtayeh ran a small business—just another family trying to get by. His poultry slaug...

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