KATIE GENE

Apr 20 2026SCIENCE

What We Really Gain When We Edit Genes

Gene editing tools like CRISPR let us change DNA, which raises big questions about human nature. It’s no longer just about fixing diseases early—some see this as a chance to solve rare conditions before birth. But others worry we might end up picking traits for our kids, like choosing eye color or h

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Apr 11 2026POLITICS

Local nurse puts health on Wayland’s agenda

Katie Stiff has stepped into the race for two open seats on Wayland’s Board of Health, giving voters a fresh face with hands-on experience. Though she moved to town only in 2020, she already sits on the board and works daily as a nurse practitioner at a major Boston hospital. Stiff’s path to public

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Apr 02 2026SPORTS

A Cross‑Atlantic Fan: 31‑Year‑Old From Wolverhampton Makes Five Trips to Pittsburgh

Katie Stewart, a 31‑year‑old teacher from Wolverhampton, England, has turned yearly travel into a passion for Pittsburgh sports. Her first trip in 2022 began when she watched the Penguins win an NHL game that sparked a new love for the team. From that moment, she has visited every season except wint

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Mar 12 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrities Should Keep Their Political Talk to Themselves

Gene Simmons, the lead singer of the rock band KISS, has spoken out against actors and comedians who use their fame to share political views. In a recent interview, he said that people in the entertainment world should focus on their art instead of telling everyone what they think about politics. He

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Mar 11 2026POLITICS

Rock Star Says Celebs Should Keep Quiet on Politics

Gene Simmons, the lead singer of the band KISS, told a gossip outlet that actors like Mark Ruffalo and Ben Stiller should stop commenting on political matters. He argued that people who have a lot of money and fame are not the right voices to give advice about government actions. Simmons said that f

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Mar 03 2026SPORTS

Swimmers, Sprinters and Champions Line Up for Madrid Awards

Katie Ledecky is one of the athletes who will be honored at the Laureus World Sports Awards in Madrid on April 20. She earned her place by winning both the 800‑meter and 1500‑meter freestyle races at last August’s World Swimming Championships. In the 800‑meter event, she became the first swimmer to

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Feb 14 2026POLITICS

Diplomatic Moves in Geneva: What's Happening?

Geneva is buzzing with diplomatic action this week. Two big talks are happening there on Tuesday. One is about Iran, and the other is about the Ukraine-Russia conflict. A source close to the situation shared this news. First up, a U. S. team, including Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, will sit down

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Jan 21 2026BUSINESS

A Fresh Start for Genesis Health: Nursing Homes Find a New Owner

Genesis Health, a company that runs nursing homes, just got the green light to sell its facilities. The buyer is NewGen Health, a company from California. This deal is worth $1 billion. It's a big change for Genesis Health, which has been struggling with money problems. The sale got approved by a j

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Jan 10 2026HEALTH

Lifestyle Choices: The Real Game Changer for a Longer Life

Genes might get a lot of attention, but they're not the only players in the game of life and death. A recent study dug into the data of over 350, 000 adults and found that lifestyle choices can have a bigger impact on lifespan than genetics. Even if someone is genetically predisposed to a shorter li

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Jan 09 2026BUSINESS

GM's EV U-Turn: A $6 Billion Lesson

General Motors is facing a huge financial setback. They just announced a $6 billion loss. This is because they are slowing down their electric vehicle (EV) plans. It's not the first time they've taken a hit. Back in October, they already reported a $1. 6 billion loss for the same reason. This chang

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