William “Wilbur” Miller Barbour grew up in Middletown and later made a name for himself far beyond his hometown. After finishing high school there, he went on to study at Elizabethtown College and then pursued a career in social work. He joined the National Urban League, where he helped plan program
Young folks today are not big fans of traditional banks. They trust crypto more. This is a big deal for banks. A recent study shows that Gen Z and millennials trust crypto almost five times more than older generations. About one in five young people don't trust banks much. But most baby boomers stil
Young people are cutting their social media use and finding fresh ways to spend time. A 23‑year‑old account manager deleted all his phone apps and reported feeling happier, less stressed, and more present. He says the endless stream of ads, influencer promos, and comparison posts makes people feel p
Young people today are growing up in a world filled with screens. Phones, tablets, and social media are everywhere. Some experts say these tools are changing kids' brains and causing mental health issues. Others argue that it's not that simple. But one thing is clear: too much screen time can affect
Young people today face many challenges online. But when they need help, they often don't turn to adults. Why is that? A recent study with 146 Canadian teens aged 13-18 revealed some key reasons. Teens feel judged and misunderstood when they talk to adults about online issues. They want adults to l
William Foege, a towering figure in public health, passed away at 89. His contributions were immense, yet he remained humble. He led the charge against smallpox, a disease now eradicated thanks to human effort. Foege's work didn't stop there. He served as the director of the Centers for Disease Cont
William Foege, a towering figure in public health, passed away at his Atlanta home. He was 89. His work was crucial in wiping out smallpox in the 1970s, a massive win for global health. Later, he led the U. S. response to the early AIDS crisis as the head of the Centers for Disease Control and Preve
William & Mary has just opened a shiny new building for science and tech students. It's called the Integrated Science Center 4, and it's part of a bigger plan to boost research and learning. The building is a big deal because it's the first new school in 50 years! The new building is home to comput
Williams F1 Team has decided to skip the upcoming Barcelona Shakedown. This event is a chance for teams to test their new cars before the main pre-season testing in Bahrain. The shakedown runs from January 26 to 30 at the Circuit Barcelona-Catalunya. It offers extra track time to help teams adjust t
Young Americans are leaning towards cryptocurrency over traditional banks. This shift is driven by their desire for more control and transparency over their money. Recent studies show that nearly half of Gen Z has used a crypto exchange, and over a third own or use crypto. This generation values th
