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Polk County Builds a School Health Dashboard to Catch Outbreaks Early

July 18, 2026

The Polk County Health Department is creating a new system that pulls together student sickness and absenteeism data from every school in the county. This digital board will act as a warning light, letting health officials spot rising illness trends before they spread beyond schools. Health workers

science

Herbivores Keep Ecosystems Steady

July 18, 2026

In a long‑term grassland study, scientists examined how the variety of plants, insects that eat them, and their predators interact over time. They measured the stability of each group separately and then looked at how all three levels behaved together. The key idea is that species do not rise and f

health

Midwifery Rules Get a Fresh Look for All Parents

July 18, 2026

The new rules that guide midwife training in Ireland will take effect next year. They are the first major update since 2012 and bring an important change: parents who identify as transgender or gender diverse are now officially seen as people who can receive midwife care. This is a step forward, but

politics

Governor Race Shifts as Candidate Steps Down Over Money Issues

July 18, 2026

A new turn in Wisconsin’s political scene came when a leading Democratic hopeful announced her withdrawal from the gubernatorial contest. She cited a growing cloud of financial questions that she felt could harm her party’s chances in the upcoming election. The decision came after a series of confus

technology

Smart Home Dashboard: Weather, Calendar and More

July 18, 2026

The SwitchBot Home Dashboard is a 7. 5‑inch e‑ink panel that looks like a framed picture. It sits on a two‑piece stand or sticks to the wall with adhesive strips, and its USB‑C port is tucked below the screen so you can keep it plugged in without bending the cable. A 5, 000‑mAh battery promises up t

business

Atlanta’s Airport: A Hidden Hub of Global Travel

July 18, 2026

Atlanta International Airport has become the world’s top gateway for passengers, a title it has kept for 27 out of 28 years. The airport’s dominance is not because the city itself is a major tourist hotspot; rather, its strategic location between the East and West coasts and strong leadership over d

weather

Georgia’s Autumn Outlook: Cooler Start, Warm Finish

July 18, 2026

The Old Farmer’s Almanac has released its long‑term view for fall 2026, hinting that Georgia may feel a dip in heat before the season turns back hot. For much of September, temperatures are expected to be a touch below what people usually feel in the Deep South. But by October, the trend could

technology

MSG’s Legal Battle Over a Fan List

July 18, 2026

Madison Square Garden has filed a lawsuit against WIRED after the tech magazine published an article claiming the arena kept a list of gay celebrities. The claim sparked controversy, as MSG argues that the database simply marks fans for event planning rather than discrimination. The article describ

business

Short‑haul, Big‑jet Business Class: How to Spot the Hidden Luxury

July 18, 2026

For many travelers, flying business in Europe feels like a compromise. The usual “Euro‑business” layout leaves the middle seat empty, giving only a sliver of extra legroom. Yet a clever scheduling trick lets some passengers hop on a widebody jet—complete with lie‑flat seats—and enjoy the full luxury

science

Why People Take Shortcuts in Science

July 18, 2026

Research teams often face tight deadlines and fierce competition. Because of these pressures, some scientists choose shortcuts that can make studies easier to publish but harm the truth. These shortcuts are called questionable research practices, or QRPs. QRPs range from tweaking data after