SECRETARY JULIE SU

Mar 23 2026ENVIRONMENT

North Texas hits new heat peak as old records crumble

Sunday turned into a scorcher for Dallas-Fort Worth when temperatures at the airport hit 94°F at 4 p. m. , officially beating the previous high set way back in 1934 and matched in 1995 by just one degree. The earlier weekend forecasts had predicted Friday and Saturday would also smash records, yet b

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Mar 20 2026ENTERTAINMENT

The best water blaster for summer battles isn't what you'd expect

Sunny days make most people think of ice cream or beach trips, but for some, it means only one thing: water fights. If you're serious about summer battles, a basic squirt gun won't cut it anymore. The market now has smarter options that turn casual play into something closer to precision gaming. Th

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Mar 16 2026POLITICS

A Bold Battle: The First Female Chief of Staff Faces Breast Cancer

Susie Wiles, the first woman to lead the White House staff, was diagnosed with breast cancer. She is 68 and says the tumor was caught early. Wiles will keep her job and does not plan to take a break. The disease is common; about one in eight women in the U. S. will encounter it. Wiles to

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Mar 06 2026TECHNOLOGY

Super Micro’s Stock: A Mixed Picture in Tech

Super Micro Computer, a San Jose firm, makes servers and storage that can be mixed and matched. Its market value tops $19 billion, putting it in the “large‑cap” category that signals size and influence. The company’s open design lets it offer a wide range of products, from motherboards to full racks

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Mar 04 2026POLITICS

Rubio Talks with Saudi Minister About Middle East Risks

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Saudi Arabia’s foreign minister, on Wednesday. The meeting focused on the danger that Iran poses to peace in the region. They also talked about other recent events happening across the Middle East. Rubio thanked Saudi Arabia

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Feb 27 2026RELIGION

Seeing Suffering as a Lesson

Suffering is something we all face, but how we think about it can change its weight. Some modern doctors and psychologists focus on fighting pain or keeping stress low, yet another idea has been part of human thought for ages: acceptance. Instead of pretending pain doesn’t exist, acceptance me

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Rubio’s Caribbean Stop Highlights U. S. Focus Amid Middle East Tensions

Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived on St. Kitts and Nevis early Wednesday, aiming to showcase the United States’ commitment to the Western Hemisphere. The visit follows a recent U. S. military action that removed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro from power, signaling a shift in regional prior

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Feb 26 2026HEALTH

Robots in the OR: What Scores Reveal About Surgeons

Surgeons are increasingly using robots to cut, stitch and move inside patients. But how do we know if a robot‑assisted surgeon is doing well? Researchers looked at the numbers that come from patient outcomes and mistakes during surgery. They wanted to see if those numbers could tell us about a su

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Feb 16 2026HEALTH

Boosting Surgeons' Skills: The Power of Peer Coaching

Surgeons face high-stakes situations every day. They must think fast and make split-second decisions. These decisions can mean the difference between life and death. But how do they keep their skills sharp once they've finished their training? One way is through peer coaching. This is where surgeon

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Feb 12 2026HEALTH

Sussex County Faces Norovirus Outbreak, Not Food‑Related

Sussex County health officials have warned residents that a sudden rise in stomach sickness is likely due to norovirus, not contaminated food. The county’s Division of Health began investigating after a spike in complaints of diarrhea, nausea and vomiting from people who ate out between January 30 a

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