Susan Stamberg was a game-changer for NPR. She didn't just report the news; she made it feel personal. Back in the early days of NPR, she was the voice that made people stop and wonder, "Who is that? " She wasn't your typical news anchor. She was lively, funny, and real. She made the news feel like
Portland is a small city with a big personality. It's known for its charming, historic downtown. But a new plan could change that. A 30-story tower is proposed for the heart of the city. Some think it's a great idea. Others? Not so much. The tower is supposed to have a hotel, condos, and a restaura
Parents play a big role in how stressed their kids feel about school. A study looked at how moms and dads influence middle school students' physical exhaustion from schoolwork. It found that when both parents are on the same page, kids feel less stressed. But when one parent is strict and the other
In a recent event, the U. S. military struck a boat linked to a Venezuelan drug cartel in international waters. Two survivors from this incident are now in U. S. custody. Navy helicopters were sent to rescue these individuals after spotting them on video footage. They were then taken to a U. S. Navy
Facebook is rolling out a new feature that lets its AI suggest edits for photos on your phone that you haven't shared yet. This is happening in the U. S. and Canada. Users can choose to let Facebook's AI analyze their camera roll and suggest edits. These suggestions can be for collages, recaps, AI r
George Santos, the former Republican congressman, is now a free man. President Donald Trump stepped in and shortened his prison term. Santos was serving time for fraud and identity theft. He was only a few months into his seven-year sentence. Trump made the announcement on social media. He called S
Plastic particles, too small to see, might be sneaking into hospital IVs. These tiny bits, called nanoplastics, come from the plastic bags and tubes used for infusions. Scientists have known about bigger plastic bits in IVs, but these nanoplastics are a newer concern. They are hard to detect and mea
Hormones play a big role in how our bodies work. Two important ones are testosterone and pre-androgens like androstenedione and DHEA. But what happens to these hormones during midlife, especially around menopause? This is a question that scientists are still trying to figure out. First, let's talk
In the world of finance, history often repeats itself. A bond from 1734 in Silesia is a perfect example. This old bond is teaching us about how countries handle money and debts. It's also giving clues about what might happen with Russia's frozen assets today. Back in the 1700s, Silesia was a region
In Kent, a local coffee roaster is making waves with a smart investment in safety. Bent Tree Coffee Roasters has just installed a new overhead crane system. This isn't just about lifting heavy bags of coffee beans. It's about keeping workers safe and making the business run smoother. The crane is a
