ST JOSEPH COUNTY

Apr 03 2026HEALTH

Ginseng Compounds Show Promise in Spinal Cord Healing

Studies of animals and cells reveal that ginsenosides, the active ingredients in ginseng, can protect nerves after a spinal cord injury. Researchers searched many scientific databases and found 22 studies that met strict criteria. The research covered both living animals and lab-grown cells, giving

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Apr 03 2026HEALTH

Nutritional Smarts Shape Student Choices in Saudi Arabia

Student life in Abha often means quick snacks and long hours at the desk, which can lead to weight gain and health problems. A new study looked at how well students understand nutrition and whether that knowledge affects what they eat and how active they are. Researchers surveyed many university stu

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Stories That Shape Our World

Stories have become a hot topic in humanities and social sciences. Scholars from Indigenous, Black, Feminist, and many other traditions have shown how powerful narratives can be. A recent study looks at how telling and listening to stories can help people understand the link between nature and socie

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Apr 02 2026EDUCATION

St. Xavier Secures 16‑Acre Campus for Future Growth

St. Xavier High School has bought a 16‑acre plot south of its current grounds for $7. 2 million, turning the former Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science site into a temporary office hub while its own buildings undergo renovation. The new location at 645 W. North Bend Road in Finneytown will host

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Mar 30 2026HEALTH

Simple Meal Routine Helps Shed Pounds

Studies show that eating the same foods regularly can lead to more weight loss than constantly changing meals. Researchers tracked 112 adults in a weight‑loss program, asking them to log everything they ate on their phones. They measured how much the calorie count and food choices varied each

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Mar 28 2026TECHNOLOGY

Robot Guide Helps Visitors Explore Bremerhaven

Students from the local university have turned a small, friendly robot into a helpful tour guide for tourists in Bremerhaven. The project, called PepperMINT, repurposes a four‑foot robot named Pepper to answer questions and read body language. The city welcomed the idea, seeing it as a way to make t

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Mar 26 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Steve Mosko Joins Radial Entertainment Board

Steve Mosko, a seasoned leader who once steered Sony Pictures’ global television division and led Village Roadshow Entertainment, has taken a seat on Radial Entertainment’s board. The move signals the company’s ambition to grow faster and tap new opportunities in a crowded market. Radial, backed by

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Mar 25 2026WEATHER

What’s Next for Staten Island’s Weather?

Staten Island starts the week with quiet, cool days. Tuesday feels a little chilly, with highs sitting just below the usual range for this time of year. The skies stay mostly clear, but clouds begin to gather by Tuesday night. Those clouds aren’t bringing rain yet—just a hint of what’s coming. By W

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Mar 22 2026LIFESTYLE

Simple Ways to Beat Everyday Stress

Stress is a normal part of life, but when it sticks around for too long it can hurt both body and mind. People often feel the buzz of worry before a deadline or the tightness in their shoulders after a hard talk. A short burst of stress can actually sharpen focus and push us to solve problems, but a

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Mar 21 2026SPORTS

St. John’s Wins, Fans Gear Up for March Madness

St. John’s beat Northern Iowa and moved into the second round of the 2026 NCAA tournament. The Red Storm started strong, pulling ahead early and never letting their opponents catch up. Now the team will face either Kansas or Cal Baptist on Sunday, March 22. The game’s start time is still be

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