In Maryland's surface waters, a silent world of microbes thrives. Among them, Campylobacter species, known for their role in foodborne illnesses, have been found. Scientists have mapped the entire genetic makeup of 15 of these microbes. This includes types like C. jejuni, C. molothri, C. coli, and C
In Raymond, a heated debate is happening. People are divided over whether two Select Board members, Denis Morse and Kaela Gonzalez, should keep their jobs. A vote is set for Tuesday to decide this. The issue started months ago when former town manager Joseph Crocker quit. Some say Morse and Gonzalez
In June 2025, a hacker broke into Microf LLC's systems. Microf is a company that helps people pay for heating and cooling systems. The hacker might have stolen personal details. These details could include names and Social Security numbers. No one knows how many people were affected. Microf has not
Plastic is everywhere, and it's causing big problems for our planet. It's not just littering our streets and oceans; it's also tied to climate change because it's made from fossil fuels. One way to tackle this issue is by introducing a plastic tax. But how do people feel about this idea? A recent st
In 2025, the AI industry faced a wake-up call. Early in the year, money flowed freely, with massive investments pouring into AI companies. OpenAI secured a staggering $40 billion, valuing the company at $300 billion. Even startups with no products launched raised billions. Meta spent big to attract
The craft beer industry is going through a rough patch. Many breweries are closing their doors. This is happening after a few years of struggles. The situation might get worse before it gets better. Over 250 breweries in the U. S. have already closed this year. More are expected to follow. Some bre
Quantum technology is finally stepping out of the shadows and into the spotlight. While everyone was busy talking about artificial intelligence, quantum tech was quietly making progress. The United Nations even declared 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology. This year has
Pulse Biosciences is stepping into the spotlight at a big healthcare event. They're set to showcase their unique technology at the 44th Annual J. P. Morgan Healthcare Conference in San Francisco. This isn't just any tech, though. It's called nPulse™, and it's all about using tiny bursts of electrica
In the tech world, two companies, Synaptics and Adeia, have caught the eye of experts. These analysts are quite positive about their future. Synaptics, a tech firm, has been given a thumbs up by Northland Securities. Their analyst, Gus Richard, thinks the stock is a good buy and sees it reaching $1
In a world buzzing with technology, many people are taking a step back. They are trading screens for sketchbooks, keyboards for knitting needles, and digital messages for handwritten notes. This isn't just a trend for older generations. Even young people, who have grown up with smartphones and socia
