In the world of small businesses, finding creative solutions to big problems is key. One such business, Keeley Electronics, has been hit hard by U. S. tariffs on imports from China. The company, which makes guitar pedals, relies on a specific component called a potentiometer, which can only be sourc
Pedro Martinez is the new boss of Massachusetts schools. He started his job in the summer. His main goal is to make sure all students get a good education. He wants to work with school leaders to improve things. Martinez is the first Latino to lead the state's education department. He came to the U
Nurses who feel ignored at work may start acting out. This isn't just about feeling left out. It's about how being ignored can lead to serious problems. When nurses feel left out, they might start to feel really tired and worn down. This is called emotional exhaustion. It's like running a marathon e
Lebanon has a healthcare system that has shown it can handle a lot. But there's a big problem that isn't getting enough attention: sexual and reproductive health and rights, or SRHR. This isn't just about one thing. It's a mix of political mess, old-fashioned views, and not enough money going to the
Flavor Flav, a well-known rapper and co-founder of Public Enemy, is speaking out about the urgent need for gun control in the United States. He believes that the country is facing an epidemic of gun violence that must be addressed. Flav has seen firsthand the devastating effects of gun violence, hav
Jake Gyllenhaal is diving into another intense role. This time, he's teaming up with Amazon for a project called "Collision. " It's based on a short story by Don Winslow. The story is part of a collection called "The Final Score. " Gyllenhaal will star in and produce the film. He's working with his
There's a big problem with certain chemicals. Nitroaromatic compounds (NACs) and radioactive iodine can hurt people and the environment. Scientists are working hard to find ways to detect and clean up these harmful substances. They've created two special materials called HTAEA and HTMB. These are l
In a recent survey, a large number of Americans believe that democracy is in danger. Three out of four people think that politically motivated violence is a serious issue. This comes at a time when the country is deeply divided. The survey was conducted by Marist and included over 1, 300 adults. It
The opioid crisis is not just about those who use these drugs. It also affects families and communities. One way to fight this problem is by tracking prescriptions more strictly. This can help reduce domestic violence, especially against women. Strict rules on tracking prescriptions have been put i
Blue Origin is getting closer to sending its New Glenn rocket on its second trip to space. This time, the rocket might be heading to Mars. The company has already tested the second stage of the rocket in April. Right now, the first stage is being prepped at their Florida base. The second launch was
