A new study has shed light on a sneaky heart risk that many people overlook. It's all about a type of plaque in our arteries that isn't easily detected. This plaque, known as soft or non-calcified plaque, can be a silent threat. It can lead to heart attacks or even death, even when arteries aren't s
Manufacturing is changing fast. New tech is popping up, but many companies struggle to keep up. To help, SME, a big group that supports manufacturing, just hired its first Chief Manufacturing Officer. His name is Dr. Brett Conner. He started on October 27, 2025. Dr. Conner has a lot of experience.
Evernorth, a new company focused on XRP, has made a splash in the crypto world. In just a week, it bought nearly $1 billion worth of XRP. This has already led to big gains, with Evernorth making about $75 million in profits. The company's move shows how big investors are starting to take XRP serious
Sony's gaming division has had its share of ups and downs. Recently, some secrets from their canceled projects have leaked online. One of these was a God of War game that was in development for the PlayStation 5. This game was being made by Bluepoint Games, the team behind the Shadow of the Colossus
Thomas Bangalter, one half of the legendary French duo Daft Punk, recently surprised fans by stepping behind the decks for a DJ set. This wasn't just any ordinary set, though. It marked his first time DJing in a staggering 16 years. The event took place at Paris' Centre Pompidou, during a celebratio
Chris Cardott, Rochelle's Finance Director, is stepping down after two decades of service. Her career began with an accounting degree from the University of Illinois, followed by a stint at a local bank. She then returned home to lead the Northern Illinois University Credit Union for nearly a decade
A new health center has just opened in Yorkville, and it's not your typical doctor's office. CMR Health Group is all about treating the whole person, not just the symptoms. They're big on figuring out what's really causing your health issues and then tailoring a plan just for you. This place is pac
This past Saturday saw some exciting football games. St. Cloud Cathedral beat Redwood Valley 49 to 27. Henry Schloe had a great game, throwing for four touchdowns. Three of those went to Nick Plante, who also threw a touchdown pass of his own. Alexandria had a big win against Sauk Rapids-Rice, scor
The Seattle Mariners have come a long way in a short time. Just 19 months ago, a young fan struggled to pronounce Raleigh's name during a spring training game. Now, Raleigh is a household name and a key player for the team. The Mariners have seen a lot of success recently, winning the American Leagu
Springfield is buzzing with new developments and milestones. A popular coffee shop, 7 Brew, recently opened its doors in Republic. They kicked things off with a special event, raising over $12, 000 for Convoy of Hope. Customers got to pay what they wanted for certain menu items during the opening we
