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Apr 20 2026HEALTH

How Military Medics Train with Civilian Partners

Many military medics train through partnerships with civilian hospitals and clinics. These programs started to keep combat medicine skills sharp during quieter times. But now, they do more than just help surgeons stay ready. They also train medics who aren’t doctors—like Army combat medics or Navy c

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Apr 20 2026TECHNOLOGY

Using Quantum Tools to Study Drug and Protein Interactions

Scientists often rely on energy calculations to understand how molecules behave in living cells. These calculations help explain how drugs bind to proteins, which is key to designing better medicines. But there's a catch: accurate calculations for large molecules like proteins are tough to do with r

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Apr 20 2026TECHNOLOGY

Smart Traffic Lights: How Cities Cut Delays and Pollution

Traffic lights used to be simple. Back in the 1860s they were just mechanical arms that changed manually. By the 1910s they became electric, and by the 1920s they turned red, yellow, and green. Today there are about 300, 000 of them in the U. S. alone. Their main job is safety—keeping cars, bikes, a

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Apr 20 2026HEALTH

Why Rheumatology Groups Need More Diverse Voices

Few people realize how much the lack of ethnic diversity in rheumatology patient groups affects real care decisions. Most of these organizations are led by and represent white patients, even though minority groups face very different challenges with conditions like lupus and rheumatoid arthritis. Th

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Apr 20 2026EDUCATION

How Virginia schools are turning snow days into learning days

Virginia schools have quietly transformed how they handle winter weather in recent years. Instead of canceling classes entirely, many now use remote learning to keep students on track. This shift didn’t happen overnight—it took time, trial, and lessons from the pandemic. Before, schools often had to

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Apr 20 2026EDUCATION

School tech shouldn't replace deep learning

A Texas high school English teacher takes a firm stand against mixing education with entertainment. She teaches Thoreau’s essays in their original written form, not through a video game version of Walden Pond. For her, true learning means engaging tough ideas without dumbing them down. Writing essay

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Apr 20 2026WEATHER

Dry Skies and High Winds Raise Fire Risk in Central Virginia

Central Virginia will face tough fire conditions on Monday, April 20th as parched ground meets strong winds. Dry air and gusty breezes could turn even small sparks into big problems. The state’s forests already show signs of stress with plant moisture levels dropping to just 10-12 percent—about half

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Apr 20 2026HEALTH

The Power of Parties for Kids' Health

Every spring, Virginia Beach turns into a stage for something bigger than just a good time. A night of music, food, and celebration brings people together to raise money for kids born with cleft lips and palates. The event is more than a party—it’s a fundraiser for a group that fixes these birth def

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Apr 20 2026ENTERTAINMENT

WrestleMania Night One: A Night Full of Surprises, Ads, and Head-Scratching Moments

The first night of WrestleMania 42 left fans with more questions than answers. The event packed in ads, celebrity appearances, and some wrestling matches, but nothing felt like a classic showstopper. Instead of a memorable main event, the night ended with a confusing twist: Randy Orton turned on his

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Apr 20 2026POLITICS

A Local Leader for Coeur d’Alene Police

The city council is set to decide who will steer the police department next. Two names stand out: Dave Hagar, the interim chief, and Greg Yeager, a deputy from Fort Collins. The mayor backs Hagar, while the city administrator supports Yeager, revealing a split in council opinion. Hagar has been wit

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