The federal government gives away over a trillion dollars every year in grants to states, cities, and organizations. For most of that money, there aren’t strong rules on who can receive it. Now, the current administration wants to add two big requirements before any cash gets released: all recipient
New Mexico’s small outdoor recreation businesses are getting a fresh boost. A group that supports these businesses has rebranded and is back with a new leader. The alliance, now called the New Mexico Outdoor Recreation Business Alliance (NMORBA), once had over 100 members but lost momentum in recent
The JBL Boombox 3 usually costs $500, but right now it's selling for $300 on Amazon—that's a $200 discount. That price is close to what Apple charges for AirPods Pro, which is interesting because the Boombox is a much bigger device meant for outdoor use. Most speakers lose power when you switch from
The latest version of this finger-sized gadget is 40% smaller than before, making it look almost like a regular wedding band instead of a bulky fitness tracker. It’s made from titanium that won’t irritate sensitive skin, so it feels light enough to forget it’s even there. The real update isn’t just
The show Hudson & Rex is bringing back a familiar face for its ninth season. Detective Charlie Hudson, played by John Reardon, left the series after seven seasons, only to return this year. Filming kicks off in June in St. John’s, Newfoundland. Reardon took a break in 2024 after revealing he had ton
MP Materials Corp. has officially filed a lawsuit against USA Rare Earth, claiming that the latter copied MP’s confidential permanent magnet technology. The case highlights a clash between two leaders in the rare‑earth industry, each vying for dominance in the global supply chain. MP alleges that US
Kalispell city leaders are set to change how downtown parking works, aiming to free up street spots for shoppers and visitors. The plan comes after a report highlighted that parking shortages might be turning people away from the town’s main shopping area. \ The city council met on Tuesday to discu
The only place on Staten Island that now uses a robot to help with knee replacements is Northwell Staten Island University Hospital, located in Ocean Breeze. The new system comes from Smith+Nephew and is called the CORI Surgical System. It works by letting doctors build a 3‑D picture of a patient’s
The mayor says Chicago police are quicker without the gun‑shot detector he removed last year, citing a study that shows response times improved by more than four minutes on average. He calls critics’ worries “fear‑mongering” and says the tech had been a drain on resources. The city is still looki
Dietitians Australia has marked its 50th anniversary, and the celebration shines a spotlight on the journal Nutrition & Dietetics. The publication has grown from a modest start to a respected source of research and practice, shaping how nutrition professionals advise patients. The journal’s histo
