Retirement planning is not just a future concern; it's something that needs attention now. Many people are not putting away enough money to maintain their current lifestyle once they stop working. The numbers are clear: less than half of Americans are on the right path to a secure retirement. Looki
Danville is thinking about moving its polling station. This is a big deal because it affects how people vote. The city council will decide soon. But why the change? Some say it's for better access. Others worry about the impact. Voting is a big part of democracy. It's how people have a say in their
Virginia is making waves in STEM education, and other states should take notice. Recent data shows that Virginia's high schools are excelling in both math and science. In fact, the state's average science proficiency is 59%, which is way above the national average of 43%. Math proficiency is even mo
Heavy metals from fracking wastewater are sneaking into our environment and putting people, especially kids, at risk. This isn't just about pollution—it's about real health dangers lurking in the dirt and water near drilling sites. Scientists recently dug deep into sediment samples from oil and gas
Southern Colorado is in for a mix of weather this week. It starts with a bang this afternoon. Rain and snow will hit the High Country. A few showers might even reach the I-25 corridor. Travel could get tricky up in the mountains. Gusts up to 45 mph and 4-8 inches of snow are expected. That's why a W
Smell books have been around since the 1970s, but not many people have studied how they change as kids grow up. These books mix words, pictures, and smells to make reading more fun. A recent study looked at 334 of these books to see how the smells and words change for different ages. For little kid
Tencent Music Entertainment Group Class A has caught the eye of analysts recently. Two different reports came out with some interesting points. First, Guotai Haitong kept their "Buy" rating on the stock. They even set a price target of HK$96. 00. That's a pretty optimistic view! Then, another repor
The Steam Deck is great for gaming on the go, but when you get home, you might want to play on a bigger screen. Normally, you'd use a dock, but that means dealing with wires. There's a way to cut the cord and stream your games wirelessly. First, you need to find your Steam Deck's local IP address.
The OnePlus 15 is a strong contender for mobile gamers. It has a huge 7, 300-mAh battery, which is great for long gaming sessions. However, the battery life can vary. If you crank up the graphics and frame rate, the battery drains faster. This is because the phone's high-end specs allow for better p
Metals are everywhere. They are in our phones, our cars, and even in the food we eat. But how much do we really know about them? A recent book takes a closer look at the story behind these everyday materials. It's not just about gold and silver. Even the more common metals have interesting stories
