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Feb 13 2026SCIENCE

Cracking the Code: How Tech Helps Farmers Grow Better Beef

In the southeastern US, raising beef cattle is a big deal. Farmers need to understand how grass grows, how cows eat, and how these things work together. It's a complex puzzle. To make sense of it all, scientists use math models. These models help predict how much cows can gain weight each day when t

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Feb 13 2026WEATHER

Weekend Weather Watch: Rain on the Way

Mid-Missouri is in for a treat with mild and dry weather lasting until Friday. The highs will hover around the low 60s, which is quite a jump from the usual temperatures. This warm-up is thanks to a high-pressure system moving east. But don't get too comfortable. A low-pressure system is lurking al

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Feb 13 2026CRIME

Local Sheriff's Choice Slows Down FBI's Help in Missing Person Case

A local sheriff's decision to use a private lab instead of the FBI's resources is causing delays in solving the case of a missing elderly woman. The FBI wanted to analyze key evidence, like a glove and DNA samples, at their advanced lab in Virginia. But the Pima County Sheriff, Chris Nanos, chose to

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Feb 13 2026ENVIRONMENT

Climate Change Denial: Trump's Bold Move to Roll Back Environmental Protections

The Trump administration has taken a significant step to dismantle the government's ability to combat climate change. By revoking the scientific finding that greenhouse gas emissions endanger public health and the environment, the administration is effectively removing legal barriers to carbon dioxi

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Feb 13 2026FINANCE

Financial Results: PAR Tech's Big Announcement

PAR Tech, a company listed on the New York Stock Exchange, has some important news to share. They're going to talk about their financial results for the last quarter of the fiscal year 2025. This chat is happening on February 26, 2026. First, they'll release the numbers at 4:00 p. m. ET. Then, there

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Feb 13 2026POLITICS

Nevada's Fight for Fair Play in School Sports

In Nevada, a heated debate is unfolding over a proposed change to school sports. The state's governor, Joe Lombardo, is pushing for a vote in 2026 that would restrict transgender girls from competing in female sports. He argues this is about fairness and safety for girls. But not everyone agrees. A

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Feb 13 2026SCIENCE

How People's Minds Shape Gender Bias in Leadership

Gender bias in leadership evaluations is a complex issue. It's not just about the leaders themselves. It's about the people doing the evaluating. Over time, studies have looked at this problem from many angles. But the results are often mixed. Sometimes women leaders face unfair penalties. Other tim

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Feb 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Exciting Games and Surprises Await at the PlayStation Event

Sony’s upcoming State of Play will run for more than an hour on Thursday, February 12. It promises to showcase a mix of new visuals and gameplay from both independent creators and the company’s own studios. The schedule seems to lean heavily on upcoming releases for the PS5, with a handful of titles

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Feb 12 2026SPORTS

Bus Crash in Rural Iowa Leaves One Dead and 32 Injured

A school bus that was transporting the Iowa Lakes Community College baseball squad hit a ditch on a quiet highway near Twin Lakes, Iowa. The vehicle flipped over and caused serious injuries to everyone on board except for one fatality. The incident happened early in the morning, with no other car

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Feb 12 2026SCIENCE

Wearable Sensors: A New Way to Measure Alcohol Use

In the world of mental health, doctors often rely on people telling them how much they drink. This can be tricky because memories and honesty are not always perfect. A new approach uses tiny gadgets that sit on the skin to detect alcohol molecules as they leave the body. The devices read chemical si

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