The U. S. government is planning a big change to how science grants are awarded. A new set of rules will let political leaders decide which projects get money, instead of scientists who review proposals. The change comes after the previous order was struck down in courts for lacking clear just
The Trump team has slowed the release of National Science Foundation money for four major universities. The pause is part of a larger effort to curb what the White House calls “woke” ideas on campuses. Because of this, projects that had already cleared the NSF review stage are now waiting for furthe
Researchers have begun using computer‑made pictures to study how people feel. These synthetic images are created by artificial intelligence that learns from real photos and then invents new ones. The advantage is clear: scientists can control every detail of a picture, such as lighting or facial exp
The sixth edition of the Cedar Arts Fest is now accepting entries from artists and vendors. The event will take place on Saturday, September 19th, between ten in the morning and three in the afternoon at the Leeman Education Center in Osage. The Fine Arts Council of Mitchell County, which backs t
A person’s brother and sister‑in‑law have decided to move into a clothing‑optional retirement community. They are excited about the relaxed, family‑friendly atmosphere and have invited their sibling to visit. The sibling is happy for them but does not want to give up clothes. The key is honesty and
Frankenmuth River Place Shops is gearing up for a lively food truck gathering on Thursday, June 11, from 2 to 9 p. m. The event promises more than twenty culinary trucks and family fun, all wrapped in a superhero theme that invites kids and adults alike to celebrate together. The festival takes p
The city of Latrobe is gearing up for its decade‑long celebration honoring Fred Rogers, a local legend. This year’s event runs from Monday to Saturday in the downtown area and offers more than just a stroll through a whimsical world. Attendees receive a “Neighborhood Passport” that they can fill out
The Columbia Fireflies are heading back to the local TV lineup this weekend, and fans in the Midlands can tune in without paying a dime. The broadcast comes from Palmetto Sports & Entertainment, which airs the games on free over‑the‑air channels. If you’re in the Charleston area, the next three game
In the fiscal year that ended in March 2026, Canada’s government ran a larger budget shortfall than the previous year. The deficit climbed to 55. 28 billion Canadian dollars, up from 43. 15 billion a year earlier, according to the finance ministry’s report. Spending grew by 1. 6% across most majo
People often hear about limits for safe drinking, but they rarely think about how those limits affect everyday happiness. A recent study took existing data and examined whether the way people drink is linked to how good they feel in life. Researchers looked at patterns of alcohol use and measured qu
