The science of reading is fascinating. It shows how our brains learn to read. Most people can talk and listen easily. But reading is a new skill. Our brains use parts for listening, speaking, and seeing to read. For some, it's harder to connect these parts. Research shows that 5% of students learn
Maine is at a crossroads. The state's future hinges on tackling complex issues like climate change, public health crises, and economic shifts. To navigate these challenges, Maine needs a leader who understands science and can make decisions based on evidence. Dr. Nirav Shah, a former CDC director, i
Marc-Alexis Côté, a long-time leader at Ubisoft, is taking legal action against the company. He claims he was forced out of his role as head of the Assassin’s Creed franchise. Côté worked at Ubisoft for 20 years and led Assassin’s Creed since 2022. He says he was demoted and then pushed out of the c
Minnesota is on high alert as the Pentagon puts 1, 500 soldiers on standby, ready to step in if needed. This move comes as the state's National Guard is also preparing to assist local authorities. The soldiers, part of the Alaska-based 11th Airborne Division, could be called upon for crowd control o
Lara Trump, the former RNC Co-Chair and daughter-in-law of the former president, has been making waves in the music industry. Her latest venture is a collaboration with Egyptian superstar Mohamed Ramadan on a track titled "Sah-Sah. " The music video, filmed in Miami, shows Lara trading verses and da
CHO cells are like tiny factories. They make important medicines that help people fight diseases. But they are not very efficient. Scientists have been trying to make them better for years. They have tried many different methods. Some of these methods work well. But the results are not as good as ho
Let's talk about warming up muscles. There are a few ways to do this. Three methods were put to the test: a water-filled suit, a type of heat therapy called short-wave diathermy, and a good old hot bath. Ten people tried each method for an hour. All three raised muscle temps. But the water suit was
Indiana just got a huge boost for teaching kids to read. The state and Notre Dame University teamed up to snag a $10 million federal grant. This cash is earmarked for improving how kids learn to read, especially in rural and underserved areas. The grant is part of a federal program that picked 10 s
Maryland is facing tough budget choices again, and arts education is often the first to go. This is a big mistake. Arts programs do more than just teach students how to paint or play music. They help students grow in confidence and discover their true potential. When schools cut arts funding, they
West Virginia is gearing up to host Colorado in a rare matchup. This is only the third time these teams have faced off, and it's the first time Colorado has visited Morgantown. Predictions are leaning heavily in favor of West Virginia. The ESPN Basketball Power Index gives them an 82. 1% chance to
