Researchers have found that women who live near farms where pesticides are used can give birth to babies with poorer health scores, even if the exposure happened before they become pregnant. The study examined more than 1. 1 million births in Arizona from 2006 to 2020, using the Apgar score—a qui
European leaders are calling for a more confident stance on the world stage. The current climate sees the United States, led by President Donald Trump, and China as dominant powers. Some argue that Europe must step up to protect its own interests. Germany’s new chancellor has highlighted the size o
Scientists have made a new family of tiny sugar molecules that can form glowing gels in many different liquids. The key is adding special light‑producing groups to the sugar core: one version has a naphthalene tag, another uses a benzothiadiazole unit, and the third carries a coumarin ring. All thre
Accenture, a global consulting firm based in Dublin, Ireland, has warned that its revenue for the upcoming fiscal quarter will be a touch below what analysts expected. The company’s shares fell about 3% before the market opened. The slowdown comes as many businesses are postponing large digital mak
A small experiment with the newest RPG’s editing tools has turned into a full‑blown project to bring back the original Baldur’s Gate. The journey began when a modder found an unlocked version of the latest game’s toolset on a popular mods site. The idea was simple: test how far the tools could
A new study shows that a simple food‑based score, created with machine learning, can flag people at risk for a lung condition called PRISm before it worsens. PRISm is a subtle breathing problem that can grow into serious lung disease, heart trouble, or even lead to early death. Doctors often miss
The federal government has just cleared a bill that will keep money flowing to small defense and aerospace companies in Southern California. The legislation, which extends the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs through 2031, was approved
A mechanic in a small Cuban town has shown how people can make the most of scarce resources. He took an old Polish car and turned it into a vehicle that runs on charcoal instead of gasoline. The idea came from the fact that oil shipments to Cuba stopped last year, making fuel hard to find and expens
Cesar Avalos has stepped into a key role at Kankakee Community College, leading the department that helps people learn new skills and grow in their jobs. He will guide training programs that are tailored to the needs of local businesses, and he will work closely with employers to make sure students
In a county where party backing often seals the race, voters will see an uncommon open contest on April 16. The event brings together current commissioner Stephanie Summerow Dumas, newcomer Meeka Owens, and immigrant educator Herman Najoli for a one‑hour debate that could decide the May 5 primary
