A big science centre in Colorado is under threat. The government wants to shut it down, hand its work over to colleges and businesses, give up its planes, and sell the land. The place, known for studying weather and climate, was founded in 1960. It runs a giant super‑computer called Derecho th
A recent study examined how regular physical activity can lower fat inside the pancreas and improve the function of cells that produce insulin. The researchers analyzed data from a trial where participants were randomly assigned to different exercise programs. They found that those who engaged in co
A trio of celebrities gathered at a private venue in Palm Beach to raise funds for an animal rescue that has already saved nearly 90, 000 dogs. The event lasted three days and pulled in about $5 million, a sum that will help the organization open new shelters across Texas, California and North Carol
The Anchorage School District finished its spring break with a balanced budget for Fiscal Year 2027, but the path to that balance was paved with hard cuts. Facing a $90 million shortfall at the start of this cycle, leaders had to make decisions none wanted. They trimmed administrative costs and cut
The Utah Legislature has wrapped up its 2026-2027 budget for public schools, choosing to reallocate money in a way that mirrors moves made in higher education the previous year. In 2025, state universities were required to divert a portion of their budgets toward high‑value fields like health care a
Thousands gathered in Chicago to honor the late civil‑rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson, whose influence spanned decades of activism and politics. The ceremony drew former presidents, senators, local officials, artists, and ordinary citizens who remembered Jackson’s relentless fight for justice. F
People who lose a loved one often turn to the funeral industry for help. In Italy, studies show that families face many choices about how to honor their dead. Some of these decisions feel emotional, while others feel commercial. The first step is to decide what kind of service to buy. Families weig
The two biggest public pension plans in California, CalPERS and CalSTRS, have found themselves tied to the world of digital money. They haven’t bought any Bitcoin directly; instead, they hold shares in companies that are closely linked to the crypto market. The biggest names on their balance sheets
The day brings a mix of old and new faces. Rock legend David Gilmour marks his 80th year, a milestone that reminds fans of his deep guitar work. In the acting world, Tom Arnold turns 67 after a career that includes a stint directing a special episode of “Roseanne. ” Comedian D. L. Hughley,
Family offices, the investment arms of wealthy individuals and families, are putting more money into AI companies than ever before. Even after a brief scare about an AI bubble, these investors stayed confident and poured capital into new ventures. Last month, Emerson Collective—run by Laurene Powel
