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Feb 24 2026POLITICS

Camp Mystic Reopening Faces Legal Hurdles

The state’s top official has publicly opposed giving a new license to Camp Mystic, the site of a tragic flood that claimed 27 girls and an adult last July. In a blunt letter, the lieutenant governor told the health agency that he would not feel safe sending family members to a place where so many li

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Feb 24 2026POLITICS

A Power Player Behind the Scenes

Stephen Miller is often seen as a tough voice in immigration, but his role stretches far beyond that. He works with many parts of the government at once, from fixing city fountains to tackling drug cartels. On a typical day he meets with top officials to decide on everything from homeland security t

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Feb 24 2026TECHNOLOGY

Smart Glasses on Trial: A New Kind of Liability

Meta’s high‑profile visit to a courtroom turned into an unexpected debate over wearable tech. When Mark Zuckerberg and his team arrived, they were wearing the company’s own Ray‑Ban styled smart glasses. A judge warned them that any footage captured would have to be destroyed, or he could find

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Feb 24 2026POLITICS

Justice Office Pauses Probe of Six Lawmakers

A U. S. Attorney in Washington decided not to press charges against six members of Congress after a federal grand jury said there was no probable cause. The lawyers had tried to indict lawmakers who posted a video urging military and intelligence people not to follow illegal orders. The grand jury r

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Feb 24 2026HEALTH

Bridging the Gap Between Health Rules and Real Life

The world has set clear rules for treating type‑2 diabetes, heart problems, kidney disease and fatty liver issues. But when doctors in different countries try to follow these rules, they often hit snags. Why? Because the guidelines are written in one language and assume a single culture, they don’t

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Feb 24 2026POLITICS

French Embassy Cuts Ties with U. S. Envoy Over Missed Meeting

The United States lost an important diplomatic link after its ambassador to Paris failed to attend a crucial meeting with French officials. The event was set to address the U. S. response to the death of a far‑right activist, Quentin Deranque, who was killed during a protest in Lyon. The ambassador’

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Feb 23 2026EDUCATION

Jill Korsok’s Big Exit: A New Chapter for Orange Community Recreation

Jill Korsok is stepping down from her role as director of Orange Community Education and Recreation, or OCER, effective March 1. She says she wants to leave while the department is thriving, much like a popular show ending at its peak. Her decision comes after 33 years of work in recreation ac

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Feb 23 2026POLITICS

Controversy Rises as Sheriff Voices Alarm Over Political Tension

Chad Bianco, the sheriff of Riverside County and a candidate for California’s Republican nomination, recently appeared on a national news program to discuss what he sees as growing hostility toward law enforcement and political leaders. He described the current climate in the United States as “polit

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Feb 23 2026EDUCATION

Science Fair Sparks Curiosity in Reading

Students from all over Berks County are gathering at Albright College on March 2 to set up their projects for the 74th Reading‑Berks Science and Engineering Fair. The event, which began in 1952, is the second‑oldest science fair in America and welcomes participants from grades six through twelve.

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Feb 23 2026SPORTS

Loughborough and SiS Team Up Again to Boost Sports Nutrition

Loughborough University has signed a new three‑year deal with Science in Sport (SiS), the world’s top brand for sports nutrition. The agreement keeps SiS as the official food partner for many of Loughborough’s elite teams and opens doors for fresh research projects. SiS is known for creating the

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