Indonesia is getting a major boost in its plastic industry. A company called IMPC is putting in a lot of money to create a top-notch training center. This place, called IPSI, aims to be the best in ASEAN for learning about polymers, which are a big part of plastics. The idea behind IPSI is to help people get better jobs and skills. Right now, there's a big gap in th...
The world of science owes a lot to a tiny, transparent worm called Caenorhabditis elegans. It's not just any worm; it's a superstar in labs worldwide. But what makes it so special? It's not just the worm itself, but the way scientists work together to share resources and information. This teamwork has led to some big discoveries, even Nobel Prize-winning ones. Think...
Maine's small business owners are in a tough spot. They're worried about a big jump in health insurance costs. This could happen if certain tax credits from the Affordable Care Act (ACA) stop. These credits help keep premiums affordable. Without them, many families could face huge bills. Take Ossian Riday, a self-employed software developer from Topsham. He shared h...
China's treatment of religious groups has sparked international criticism. Recently, a U. S. resolution condemned China's actions, highlighting the arrest of 22 pastors and church members, including Pastor Ezra Jin Mingri, the founder of Zion Church. The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has not responded to this resolution, leaving the fate of those detained uncertain. ...
Tatiana Schlossberg, the granddaughter of former President John F. Kennedy, recently shared her heartbreaking journey with cancer. At just 35 years old, she revealed that she has less than a year to live. This news came shortly after she welcomed her second child, a baby girl, in May 2024. Doctors first noticed something was wrong when her white blood cell count seem...
In the heart of Cache Valley, a new chapter unfolds for young adults. The Logan Institute of Religion has just unveiled its brand-new building, a space designed to foster growth, connection, and spiritual exploration. This isn't just a new structure; it's a testament to the evolving needs of young adults and the church's commitment to their development. The new buil...
Eddie Murphy is set to receive a major honor from the American Film Institute. The award will be presented at a special event in Los Angeles on April 18. Murphy's career spans nearly half a century. He started as a young stand-up comedian and later became a big name in TV and movies. Some of his most famous films include "Beverly Hills Cop, " "Coming to America, " a...
Dearborn became a stage for heated debates on November 18, with three separate rallies drawing crowds to discuss religion and immigration. The day saw some pushing and shoving, a punch thrown, and claims of pepper spray use, but no serious injuries were reported. Police urged residents to steer clear of the protesters, some of whom hurled insults at Dearborn residen...
The Citadel, a military college, has changed its mind about joining the NCAA settlement. This deal lets schools share money with athletes. The school's president, Gen. Glenn Walters, said they will join starting in the 2026-27 season. This comes after a meeting with the Board of Visitors. The school first said no to the deal last year. But now, they think it's a goo...
The USS Gerald R. Ford, the world's largest and most expensive aircraft carrier, has arrived in the Caribbean Sea. This massive ship is carrying 4, 000 sailors and "dozens" of military aircraft. The U. S. Southern Command made this announcement on Sunday. This deployment comes at a time when the U. S. is putting more pressure on Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro. In ...