Apr 16 2026WEATHER

Final frost alert: is your garden ready?

This weekend’s cold snap in Albuquerque isn’t just a random chill—it’s part of a bigger pattern. After weeks of unseasonably warm March days that had ...

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Apr 16 2026WEATHER

New Jersey braces for storms, heat, and a sudden cold snap

Tonight, northern New Jersey could see some rough weather after 7 p. m. , with isolated thunderstorms packing strong winds and hail. These storms aren...

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Apr 16 2026HEALTH

A new healthcare campus for Cleveland in 2026

Cleveland is getting a major boost for healthcare training with a shared campus opening in 2026. Three groups—New Bridge Cleveland, Youth Opportunitie...

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Apr 16 2026HEALTH

Understanding mental health struggles among sex workers in Tanzania

Tanzania’s sex workers face serious mental health challenges that often go ignored. Studies show nearly half of them deal with depression, while over ...

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Apr 16 2026CRIME

SantaCon’s big party funds turned into personal shopping spree

Every December, thousands of Santa lookalikes flood New York sidewalks, bars, and subway cars with red suits and festive chaos. The event bills itself...

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Apr 16 2026ENVIRONMENT

How Clean is Clean Enough? Bacteria and Our Rivers

Nothing we flush ever really disappears. Most of it ends up in a treatment plant where armies of bacteria quietly get to work, breaking down what we s...

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Apr 16 2026POLITICS

Tax Dollars at Work: Protesters Demand Change in Santa Rosa

On April 15, a group of Santa Rosa residents gathered outside the IRS office to voice their concerns about how tax money is being used. Among them was...

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Apr 16 2026POLITICS

Chinese artist under fire for old jokes

A Chinese artist known for poking fun at Mao Zedong is now staring down a prison sentence under a law that didn’t even exist when his controversial pi...

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Apr 16 2026RELIGION

When Faith Meets Shame: How Religious Ideas Shape Feelings About Sex After Trauma

Too often, people who’ve survived sexual violence are left dealing with more than just the memory of what happened. They also carry emotional scars th...

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Apr 16 2026TECHNOLOGY

Smart screens that hang as art: a fresh way to see your TV

Most of us keep TVs in living rooms where they stare at us like glowing boxes. Now one company offers a gadget that flips the script—turning the scree...

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Apr 16 2026WEATHER

Tornadoes hit Michigan cities overnight, leaving a trail of damage

Two small tornadoes swept through parts of Michigan early Wednesday morning, according to weather experts. One touched down in Ann Arbor just before 2...

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Apr 16 2026EDUCATION

When Colleges Charge Too Much, Who Really Pays?

A year-long study by a Yale-led team recently shook the foundations of elite higher education. Their conclusion? Top universities are losing the publi...

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Apr 16 2026HEALTH

Peptides on the Move: What Happens When Safety Rules Get Loosened?

The U. S. Food and Drug Administration is preparing to review whether certain peptides—short chains of amino acids often hyped as quick-fix health boo...

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Apr 16 2026HEALTH

How online groups are reshaping India's abortion debate

In recent years, a new wave of opposition to abortion has emerged in India, backed by powerful groups. They use social media, schools, and even crisis...

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Apr 16 2026HEALTH

How Where You Stand in Life Affects Your Heart Health Over Time

A new look at five large studies from around the world shows how moving up or down in social class might change your chances of heart disease or diabe...

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Apr 16 2026WEATHER

Wisconsin skips tornado drill for 2024 due to recent storms

Wisconsin has decided to postpone its annual statewide tornado drill, which was originally set for April 16. The cancellation comes after recent sever...

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Apr 16 2026CRIME

Tech Leader Denies Abuse Claims as Family Feud Escalates

A high-profile tech executive now faces serious allegations from his own sister, spanning nearly a decade of abuse starting when she was just three ye...

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Apr 16 2026RELIGION

The Pope and U. S. Leaders Clash Over Faith and War

Pope Leo XIV talks a lot about religion and lately, he's been focusing on peace. But some U. S. leaders think he’s overstepping. JD Vance, the U. S. V...

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Apr 16 2026SPORTS

Pitcher finds his footing in the big leagues

A Japanese pitcher signed for millions is struggling with more than just baseball in the U. S. Tatsuya Imai made just three starts before landing on t...

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Apr 16 2026BUSINESS

Stepping into the spotlight: A photographer's bold new venture

For nearly twenty years, a Georgia-based photographer built a reputation by capturing the essence of local dining spots. Her work appeared everywhere ...

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