Minneapolis is thinking about adding drones to its emergency toolkit. City Council member LaTrisha Vetaw has asked staff to investigate how drones might help with 911 calls. The goal is to see if a drone can reach an incident faster than people on the ground, give first responders a better vie
The Penobscot River runs through the heart of a nation that has watched it flow for millennia. Its banks have taught people how to fish, gather, and live in harmony with the land. In spring, the river awakens as ice melts and water rushes faster. The people call this time “People of the Dawn”
This grass isn’t just sitting around waiting to die—it’s actively planning its next move. Egyptian crowfoot grass, a tough C4 weed, doesn’t play fair with crops like rice or sugarcane. Scientists tested how this plant handles tough conditions like temperature swings, salty soil, and dry spells. Unde
A new company is changing how movies get made by combining big money with the latest tech. Instead of struggling through the usual slow process of getting projects approved, this group steps in with full funding from the start. This removes layers of decision-makers who often water down ideas before
The world of brain science is losing one of its brightest leaders. After years of guiding a key journal, Professor Tara Spires-Jones is handing over the reins. Her work helped shape how we share new discoveries in brain research. But why does this role even matter? Journals like this one act as bri
Ken Rideout isn’t the kind of person who pats himself on the back for minor wins. His latest book made a national bestseller list, but he shrugged it off. For him, success isn’t about attention—it’s about how close you can push yourself to your own limits before raising the bar again. That mindset e
The first quarter of 2026 brought mixed results for Continental, a major player in the tire and industrial technology sectors. While sales dipped slightly due to weak global markets and currency fluctuations, the company managed to boost profitability in its core divisions. This achievement came des
Maine's governor leaves behind a strong green track record. Her policies helped push clean energy jobs and cut oil use in homes. That matters because Maine’s fishing industry, worth over $600 million, depends on stable weather. The state’s tourism also relies on clean air and water. Clean energy is
Judith Light built her career playing warm, trustworthy mothers in lighthearted TV shows from the 80s. Now she’s taking on a completely different kind of character in a series that questions how society treats people who don’t fit neatly into expected roles. Instead of laughter, her latest project b
The WNBA just signed a game-changing contract deal that’s making other women’s sports leagues take notes. This seven-year agreement boosts player pay dramatically, gives better travel perks, and adds mental health support—all firsts for the league. For decades, WNBA stars had to fight for fair treat
