Grapevines face a big problem: downy mildew. This sneaky plant disease, caused by Plasmopara viticola, wreaks havoc on grapevines. It's a major headache for farmers because most grapevine types can't fight it off easily. The usual solution? Synthetic pesticides. But these can harm the environment an
Frederick County is making waves with a new health vending machine. This isn't your typical snack dispenser. It's packed with lifesaving tools. Naloxone, fentanyl test strips, and hygiene products are all available for free. The machine is located at the Department of Housing and Services on New Des
Portugal is in the middle of a tight presidential race. Voters are choosing their next leader, and the results are far from clear. Three candidates are neck and neck, including Andre Ventura from the far-right Cheap party. This is a big deal because Portugal hasn't had a runoff in a presidential ele
Uganda's internet is back on, but not all the way. After a few days of being cut off, people could reconnect to the web late on Saturday night. However, social media platforms remain blocked. This happened right after President Yoweri Museveni won his sixth term in office. He's been in power for ove
In Springfield, the school district is taking a fresh approach to education. Sonia Dinnall, the superintendent, is not just talking about improving student outcomes; she's taking action. She wants to build on past efforts, like the "Portrait of a Graduate" project, to help students succeed from pres
Researchers have uncovered a surprising link between a person's internal body clock and their risk of developing dementia. The study, which wrapped up in December 2025, tracked over 2, 000 adults, all around 79 years old and initially free of dementia, for three years. To gather data, participants w
World leaders are carefully considering an invitation to join a new "Board of Peace" proposed by U. S. President Donald Trump. This initiative aims to tackle global conflicts, starting with the Gaza situation. However, there are concerns about how this board might affect the United Nations. Hungary
After a long time of not agreeing, the Anchorage Education Association and the Anchorage School District have finally found some common ground. They've come to a tentative deal on a new three-year contract. This is big news for the around 2, 800 educators the union represents. The deal isn't all se
Caregiving is tough. It's even tougher when the person you're caring for has dementia. A recent study in Slovenia looked at how tech, like telecare, can help. Telecare is tech that helps older adults stay safe and independent at home. It can be things like sensors that detect falls or wearables that
France's Prime Minister, Sebastien Lecornu, is working hard to solve budget issues. He is trying to make a deal with other key groups. This is to prevent his government from collapsing. He believes the new budget is an improvement. It aims to unite people and is seen as more responsible. He shared
