In Western Fiji, a study checked how well quick, on-the-spot tests can spot heartworm in dogs. These tests are handy because they give fast results. The study looked at two types of tests: one that finds baby worms in the blood and four others that find worm proteins. The study found that the modif
People who use forests for resources have different ideas about how to manage them. Some want to take more from fewer trees, while others prefer taking less from more trees. This is a big deal because forests are important for many people, especially farmers and young folks. A recent study looked a
Cincinnati City Council is set to discuss behind closed doors the city's talks with the family of Ryan Hinton, an 18-year-old killed by police. This meeting follows strong reactions from police and the public about a possible settlement. The city manager has not confirmed any agreement, but the pol
Colorado is grappling with a serious child care crisis. The cost of child care is a huge burden for many families. For a single parent, child care can take up nearly half of their income. This is way above the federal affordability benchmark of 7%. The state also has a shortage of spots in licensed
A recent tech gathering in Berkeley County, South Carolina, sparked curiosity and excitement among both students and adults. The event, organized by Ignite Tech Impact alongside Google Data Center and The Watson Institute, aimed to bridge the tech gap in rural areas. Keenen Swinton, a student from G
Louisiana saw some good news in 2025. Crime rates went down in many cities. New Orleans had fewer murders. There were 121 in 2025, down from 125 in 2024. That's a 3% drop. But the big news is that murders are down 55% from three years ago. That's a huge improvement. Shreveport also saw a big drop.
January 11, 2026, marks the birthday of several notable figures in entertainment and history. Among them are Mary J. Blige, Aja Naomi King, and others who have made significant contributions to their respective fields. Mary J. Blige, the renowned singer, is celebrating her 55th birthday. She is not
Ben Johnson, the Bears' coach, made headlines after a big win against the Packers. After the game, he was seen giving a cold handshake to Matt LaFleur, the Packers' coach. But that was just the start of it. In a video that went viral, Johnson was heard shouting, "F the Packers! F them! " in the loc
It all started with a simple invitation. Last March, a new Broadway musical called "Operation Mincemeat" opened, and I went to a press preview. Two weeks later, a friend from Los Angeles visited and asked for recommendations. I suggested the show and decided to join her. Then things got a bit out o
In Minnesota, a massive fraud scheme involving a nonprofit called Feeding Our Future has sparked a lot of trouble. This group was supposed to provide meals to kids but instead tricked the government out of hundreds of millions of dollars. The scandal started during the COVID-19 pandemic when the gov
