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May 26 2026EDUCATION

Learning to Save the Planet: A School Experiment

In a recent project, teachers tried a new way to teach kids about the planet. They used ideas from a theory called the Theory of Planned Behavior, which looks at what people think, feel, and plan before they act. The goal was to see if this approach could make middle‑school students act more respons

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May 26 2026CRIME

What Really Happened to the Man Behind Burger King?

In 2004, a man was found behind a Burger King in Georgia with no memory of his past. He became known as Benjaman Kyle. A new show explores his strange story. The facts seem simple at first: a man with amnesia, no ID, and a lot of unanswered questions. But the deeper the investigation goes, the weird

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May 26 2026CRYPTO

How Crypto Firms Are Pushing to Skip the Bank Middleman

Most people never think about what happens when they tap "send" on their phone. The money doesn't magically appear in the recipient's bank—it travels through a hidden maze of bank accounts, reserve systems, and Federal Reserve tools that decide when payments actually finish. For crypto companies, th

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May 26 2026BUSINESS

Small-town coffee shop finds roots in local love

A Sherrard coffee trailer that started serving drinks in August 2024 just planted itself permanently down the street. Brews Energy moved from its mobile setup to a small storefront at 410 Third St. , Suite B, where it now offers both hot coffee and energy drinks under one roof. The change came with

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May 25 2026HEALTH

Lifestyle Plans for New Obesity Drugs: A Fresh Take

The latest wave of obesity medicines brings new hope, but it also demands fresh thinking about daily habits. First, doctors look at how patients eat and move before they start a drug. This helps set realistic goals and spot any habits that could interfere with treatment. During medication use, s

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May 25 2026OPINION

Protecting Farmland with Horse Power

Massachusetts is losing farmland fast—about 83% of what existed a century ago has vanished. But one program quietly helping to fight that loss has been the Race Horse Development Fund. Started 15 years ago as part of the state's casino law, this fund gives a small slice of casino revenue to breeding

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May 25 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Doom's armor gets a bold new look that sparks discussion

Victor von Doom has always used his armor to show off who he is. Instead of sleek designs from before, the latest version goes for a rugged chainmail style that looks like something from a fantasy story. Past armor matched his mood - cool white when he wanted to show power, bright blue when he playe

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May 25 2026BUSINESS

Local News: How to Share a Loved One’s Passing and New Faces in Business

When someone passes away, families often share memories through local papers. To do this, they can email obituaries to the publication, along with photos if they’d like. The paper needs proof of the death, like a funeral home’s contact or a death certificate copy. They also ask for the sender’s full

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May 25 2026ENVIRONMENT

Bears and Tourists: How Yellowstone Handles Close Encounters

Every summer, Yellowstone and Grand Teton parks teem with visitors—around 4. 76 million in 2025 alone—while an estimated 1, 055 grizzlies roam freely. These bears, weighing up to 600 pounds and capable of sprinting 35 mph, are the largest land predators in the Lower 48. Yet despite their size, confl

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May 24 2026ENVIRONMENT

A New Spot to See a Rare Flower and Walk Among Rocks

A hidden gem in Franklin County just opened its doors to the public. Bald Knob Natural Area Preserve now welcomes visitors to explore a one-of-a-kind landscape filled with exposed rocks and a special flower found nowhere else in the world. The rocky terrain isn’t just for looks—it’s a rare habitat t

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