A group of friends in New Orleans started something small years ago. They wanted to help young people through sports, school, and community projects. Over time, their idea grew into gaming labs where kids learn skills like design and teamwork. These labs aren’t just about playing video games. They t
Chemicals labeled “forever” seem to break all the rules—they stick around for decades, building up in soil and bodies instead of fading away like normal substances. In farming, these same chemicals are sneaking into common weed killers such as glyphosate, not by accident but as part of a strategy so
Barley doesn’t always wait to be harvested. Sometimes, rain before cutting triggers premature sprouting in the field, turning starch into sugar and ruining quality. Scientists have now found small genetic differences that help some barley plants resist this problem, called preharvest sprouting. Inst
The Red Sox just handed Chad Tracy a messy middle-of-the-season manager job. After Alex Cora got fired, Tracy stepped in with only six games to prove himself—hardly enough time to fix a roster that even more experienced coaches struggled with. Instead of giving him the full season to show what he ca
Every year before sports season starts, students in the Bureau Valley area have one more thing to add to their to-do list: getting a sports physical. This year’s clinic is happening on May 12 from 5 to 7 p. m. at Bureau Valley High School. Local doctors will be on hand to do the checks, but there ar
Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch recently voiced concerns about ongoing leaks of internal court discussions, arguing that unfiltered debates among justices are crucial for fair decision-making. Speaking on a news program, he emphasized that while transparency matters, judges also need space for ho
PayPal’s journey hasn’t been smooth lately. After hitting its peak in 2021, the company’s stock has struggled, dropping 15% in 2026 alone. Even over the past year, it’s down nearly 23%. The slowdown isn’t sudden—it’s been building for a while, with revenue growth stalling at just 4% last year and ca
Frisco voters just picked their top two mayoral candidates in a tight race. None of the four hopefuls crossed the 50% mark, so the showdown now heads to June 13. The winner will replace the outgoing mayor, who’s served nine years and can’t run again. Frisco has exploded in size since the last open-s
Before someone goes under the knife for a worn-out lower back, many things can shape how they feel about life. A study looked at patients in Asia with different backgrounds. These patients were about to get surgery for long-term back problems. Researchers checked three big areas. First came social
Around age 35, many women notice their body and moods starting to shift in ways that aren’t always easy to explain. Hormones begin their slow transition toward what’s called perimenopause, which can bring hot flashes, restless nights, and sudden mood swings. These aren’t just small annoyances—they c
