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Apr 12 2026TECHNOLOGY

Smart litter boxes: tracking your cat’s habits with AI

Many cat owners know the litter box is a daily chore, but it’s also a goldmine of health clues. A new smart litter box uses artificial intelligence to track how often cats use it, what kind of waste they leave, and even the weight of their output. Instead of guessing if your cat is feeling well, the

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Apr 12 2026EDUCATION

Faster Path to Becoming a Physical Therapist in Utah

Utah’s colleges are finding creative ways to help students enter high-demand healthcare jobs faster. A new deal between Utah Valley University and Rocky Mountain University brings this idea to life. Top students at UVU can now finish both their bachelor’s degree and a doctorate in physical therapy i

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Apr 12 2026EDUCATION

Pittsburgh teens get a behind-the-scenes look at NFL Draft stage building

Pittsburgh high schoolers in carpentry programs got a rare chance to see how their skills connect to big-time events. About 140 students from seven local schools visited the North Shore construction site where workers were building the stage for the NFL Draft. The tour gave them a close-up view of t

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Apr 11 2026EDUCATION

Maine Universities Open New Online Lab Science Degree for Working Professionals

The University of Maine at Presque Isle and the University of Maine at Augusta have teamed up to create a fully online bachelor’s program in medical laboratory science. The move is aimed at widening career paths for lab technicians and filling a growing need for skilled workers in Maine’s health sec

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Apr 11 2026EDUCATION

A New Chapter for Olin’s Innovation Leader

Markus Baer, who heads executive education and teaches about how people behave in groups at Olin Business School, was named the Knight Family Professor on February 18. The ceremony happened in the Charles F. Knight Center, a building that already carries the Knights’ name. Baer shared that this tit

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Apr 11 2026CRYPTO

Binance Gives UAE Workers a Choice to Move or Stay

Binance has offered about 1, 000 employees in the United Arab Emirates the chance to relocate temporarily to cities such as Hong Kong, Tokyo, Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok because of growing tensions in the region. The company said it wanted to give staff flexibility while keeping operations smooth, as i

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Apr 11 2026EDUCATION

New Meat Science Hub Opens at Idaho University

A fresh building on the university campus now stands as a tribute to a long‑time teacher and business owner. The 12, 750‑square‑foot center was officially opened last week after a long planning period and a $17. 5 million investment. Nearly three hundred people, including the family of the honoree,

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Apr 11 2026SCIENCE

Cats In Control: How Neuter‑Return Helps Communities

When stray cats grow too many, they can bring trouble to neighborhoods. They may bite, spread sickness, and cause noise. A smart way to stop this is called Trap‑Neuter‑Return (TNR). It works by gently catching a cat, taking it to a vet for surgery and shots, then letting the cat back home. TNR is

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Apr 11 2026EDUCATION

Education Must Stay Strong When Things Go Wrong

The world faces long‑term wars, wild weather and shrinking budgets. When schools are shut in these times, the damage goes far beyond classrooms. Families may send children to work or pull girls out early; lost learning turns into a skills gap, then unemployment, and eventually social unrest. Beca

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Apr 11 2026OPINION

Pennsylvania Students Gain a Chance for More School Choices

In the state known for its founding history, residents are now talking about a new way to help kids learn. The plan is part of a federal tax program that lets families use money they give to scholarship groups for extra support in school. The idea is simple: people can get a tax break of up to $1, 7

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