Maine’s politics have been stirred up by a candidate warning about a threat that isn’t really there. The claim says the state risks being changed by Muslim newcomers, as if laws themselves could bend to faith or tradition. But the state constitution and criminal code already cover everyone equally.
A former Oregon prison health director, who once managed care for about 12 000 inmates, has filed a lawsuit against the state corrections agency and several of its leaders. He claims that after he raised concerns about medical neglect and wasted funds, the department retaliated by terminating him an
Readers on the city’s online portal chose this month’s standout athletes from local high schools, covering performances up to the end of May. Winners can now download and print their own certificates from a shared link, and they’re encouraged to send a photo of the award in use for the newspaper’s g
A quiet cattle community in Texas has suddenly become a frontline against a dangerous parasite that first appeared there after decades of absence. The incident began when a young calf at a local ranch tested positive for the flesh‑eating screwworm, leaving a large wound around its belly button. T
A South Carolina retiree is taking her case to the US Tax Court after losing over $800, 000 in a cryptocurrency scam. She claims she should be able to subtract those losses from her taxable income, but the IRS has denied that request. The denial has left her with a tax bill of more than $320, 000
Older adults often face bone loss, muscle shrinkage, and joint pain. These conditions—known as sarcopenia, osteoporosis, and osteoarthritis—are common in people over 50. Recent research from a large UK study suggests that these musculoskeletal problems could be warning signs for Parkinson’s disease.
The current administration has once again suggested large reductions in the budgets of key U. S. science agencies. The most drastic proposals target two bodies that many people rely on: the Environmental Protection Agency and the National Science Foundation. Both would see their funding cut by more
A fresh batch of $48 million from the city has arrived for Philadelphia’s schools, but the district is still set to cut 340 teaching positions. The teachers’ union president, Arthur Steinberg, blasted the decision as “ridiculous. ” He says the money was meant to keep teachers, climate staff and c
Bite marks can act like fingerprints, helping police link a suspect to a crime. Traditionally, experts look at photos and make measurements by eye—a process that can vary from one person to another. A new experiment tried a different route: using a 3‑D scanner and computer programs to compare bite m
The ARCA Menards Series race at Michigan International Speedway last Friday ended in a surprise after just 57 laps—way earlier than planned. Gio Ruggiero, driving the No. 18 Toyota for First Auto Group, secured his third win of the season, but completing a full race proved unnecessary. Heavy rain fo
