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May 29 2026EDUCATION

Nichols College steps in as Anna Maria shuts down

A big fire science school in New England recently found a new home after its original college decided to close down. Anna Maria College had been running the region’s largest fire science program for decades. But when the college announced it would shut its doors after 80 years, students and staff ne

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May 29 2026HEALTH

Moving from IV to Under-the-Skin Medicine for Behçet’s Disease

Doctors sometimes swap how patients get medicine for long-term health problems. One option is to switch from infusions in the arm to quick shots under the skin. A study looked at people with Behçet’s disease—an illness that causes swelling and pain—who were already feeling well after getting medicin

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May 29 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Do we really pick what we prefer?

A study watched how 608 adults unwind. Most said hands-on fun beat screen time. Yet when left to choose, many still grabbed their phones instead. The twist? It wasn’t about time or money. It was about how tough people assumed each option would feel. Researchers scored three things: outdoor activiti

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May 29 2026CRIME

Bar loses alcohol and live music rights after safety failures

A Hampton restaurant just lost its ability to host live shows or serve drinks after a string of safety problems. City leaders decided to pull its special permit following a shooting in the parking lot and two fights inside the building in recent weeks. The first problem happened early one Saturday

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May 29 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Country Singer Riley Green Speaks Out on Festivals and Life on Stage

Riley Green isn’t losing sleep over political debates when it comes to booking gigs. The 37-year-old country artist keeps things straightforward: if the paycheck makes sense and the show looks fun, he’s likely to say yes. That includes performing at a festival called Rock the Country, where the line

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May 29 2026FINANCE

What happens when top financial leaders share a meal?

A recent breakfast meeting between U. S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and new Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh has raised eyebrows. During a White House press briefing, a reporter asked if Bessent had pushed Warsh to cut interest rates. Instead of answering directly, Bessent highlighted his pas

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May 29 2026POLITICS

Iceland Takes a Step Toward the EU with a Public Vote

A small country with big decisions. Iceland’s parliament recently approved a plan to ask its people in August whether the nation should restart talks to join the European Union. This vote isn’t just about yes or no—it’s a two-step process where the first referendum could lead to years of negotiation

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May 29 2026CELEBRITIES

Jill Zarin turns up the heat in pickleball business battle

The pickleball world got another serving of drama when reality TV personality Jill Zarin decided to hit back at her former business partner. Last month, Noah Springer filed a lawsuit claiming Zarin cut him out of earnings and tried to profit from their company’s testing tech through a new business.

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May 29 2026LIFESTYLE

Best ways to keep kids busy and energized this summer

Summer has kicked off, and parents everywhere are scrambling for fresh ideas to keep their kids moving, munching, and learning. One go-to source suggests mixing playtime, snacks, and stories into a simple three-part plan. But is this really the only way to make the season count—or just one polished

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May 29 2026TECHNOLOGY

A Lightweight Laptop That Keeps Up with Your Busy Routine

Life today means juggling work, travel, and endless small tasks. Whether you're hopping between meetings or trying to finish a project on a cramped airplane seat, a good laptop needs to match your pace. The Dell XPS 14 steps into that role as a slim, fast machine designed for people who don’t have t

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