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Mar 16 2026BUSINESS

Peloton’s New Gym Gear: A Fresh Take on Fitness

Peloton has stepped out of the home‑studio corner and into busy gym floors with its latest line of bikes and treadmills. The company says the new gear is built to stand up to heavy use, thanks to a partnership with Precor that began when Peloton bought the brand in 2021. The move follows years of

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Mar 16 2026SCIENCE

Plants from the Philippines Show Promise Against Staph Bacteria

A review looked at many studies that test Philippine plants for fighting Staphylococcus aureus, a common cause of infections. The bacteria can spread in homes and hospitals, and it is becoming harder to treat because of drug resistance. Because of this problem, scientists are searching for new

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Mar 16 2026WEATHER

Storm Chaos: Blizzards, Power Outages and Flight Delays Hit the East Coast

A giant cold front has turned the United States into a weather battleground. In the Midwest, snow is piling up at record‑breaking rates, with places like Three Lakes, Michigan, seeing almost three feet of accumulation and gusty winds that turn fresh snow into blizzards. The storm’s wet, heavy flak

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Mar 16 2026TECHNOLOGY

NOVA: Turning Data into Better Therapy Choices

The idea that therapy can be tailored exactly to each person is growing. Researchers call this Precision Mental Health, or PMH. It takes the proven practice of Evidence‑Based Practice and adds two new tools: regular, detailed measurements of a client’s progress, and computer models that predict whic

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Mar 16 2026CRIME

A Rough Ride: When a Train Platform Turns into a Danger Zone

A 59‑year‑old man from River Forest was walking to the Harlem Avenue stop on December 1, hoping to catch a train to Rush University Medical Center where he volunteered. He had no car and used the CTA because he could move around on his own, even though he has an intellectual disability. A man who ha

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Mar 16 2026CRIME

Maine’s Low Crime Numbers: What the Stats Really Say

Maine stands out across the United States for having one of the lowest rates of violent crime. According to recent FBI statistics, only 100 people per 100, 000 residents were involved in violent offenses during 2024. In contrast, Washington, D. C. recorded more than a thousand violent incidents per

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Mar 16 2026HEALTH

Rwanda’s Path to Healing: Building Forensic Psychiatry After Tragedy

After the 1994 genocide, Rwanda faced a massive task of restoring trust and safety in society. One key area was the health system, where mental well‑being became a top priority because many people were left with deep emotional wounds. Instead of waiting for help, Rwanda decided to grow its own ex

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Mar 16 2026SCIENCE

Tiny Tool to Spot Parenting Styles

A new short test called the PS‑4 helps researchers see how parents raise their kids. The researchers started with a long list of questions about parenting and then trimmed it down to only four items. They tested this short version with two big groups of families: one that represents all of Ger

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Mar 16 2026TECHNOLOGY

Quantum Leap Boosts Infleqtion Shares

Infleqtion’s latest progress at the National Quantum Computing Centre has sparked a fresh interest in its stock. The company announced that it now operates the largest neutral‑atom platform housed in a national lab, a milestone that could accelerate research in materials and energy technologies. Th

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Mar 16 2026POLITICS

Ukraine Seeks Pay and Tech for Drone Aid in the Middle East

Ukraine’s leader said the country will provide drone‑defence expertise to Gulf nations fighting Iranian attacks, but only if it receives money and technology in return. Three Ukrainian teams have already flown to Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and a U. S. base in Jordan to show how dr

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