In a federal research office, one word was banned from conversations. “Climate” and its cousins were off limits after a memo from top USDA officials told staff to steer clear of over 100 phrases that could hint at climate science. The order came in March, and it forced scientists to rewrite their pr
The latest buzz in Eau Claire’s city council race shows that two big national groups have poured money into a local, nonpartisan election. One is the State & Local Election Alliance, and the other is the Working Families Party PAC. Together they have spent about $64, 545 on mailers, phone calls and
Nursing leaders often get mixed up with managers, but that mix hides a bigger problem. The new view says leadership should be seen as a separate, essential part of nursing, not just an extra job. To help nurses step into that role, a fresh framework has been created. The core idea is a two‑layer
Portland is getting ready for a bright and warm spring spell. A record‑setting Easter heat wave left the city at about 79 degrees, topping the old July‑4 record from 1977. Neighboring towns also pushed past their own temperature marks. The National Weather Service says the heat will keep rolling
Budster is a mix of corgi and husky that arrived at Fulton County Animal Shelter in Rochester, Indiana, after his owner gave him up because of housing rules. He was not a problem dog; he came from a place that may have been abusive. The shelter’s staff saw right away how special he was, noting that
Nonprofits are facing fresh challenges as a big tax package rolled out in 2025 adds new rules that touch everything from donor gifts to university endowments. The law does not change when the yearly Form 990 must be sent to the IRS, but it introduces new tax rules that finance teams need to study
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic is now available for $369. 99 on Amazon, a discount of about $130 from its original price of $499. 99. This deal is attractive for Android users who want a reliable, everyday smartwatch that offers more than basic time‑keeping. The watch’s standout element is t
The crowd at the Roy Wilkins Auditorium was full of T‑shirts that shouted for wrestlers like Kenny Omega and Swerve Strickland. Yet a different name stood out: Brody King, whose real name is Nathan Blauvelt. He’s a big, tattooed man who has wrestled as both hero and villain. King’s popularity gre
Sydney Sweeney takes the spotlight as she portrays boxing champion Christy Martin in the biopic “Christy. ” The film lands on a popular streaming platform, giving viewers a chance to see the actress in a dramatic role. At the same time, HBO rolls out the final chapter of “Hacks, ” a comedy‑drama
Nearly fifty people gathered under the desert sky at the Acoma Pueblo Amphitheater last week, not for a casual meet-up, but to hold their leaders accountable on issues that shape daily life. Leaders from Congress and the state legislature sat down with Acoma residents to discuss concerns ranging fro
