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Public Health Politics: Who’s Really in Charge?

July 26, 2026

The recent shake‑up of U. S. health advisory bodies shows how politics can overtake science. In June 2025, the Secretary of Health and Human Services abruptly dismissed every member of the long‑standing CDC advisory panel that guides vaccine policy. The decision was announced in a newspaper op‑ed, n

sports

Red Sox Trade Talk: Why They Can Move Boldly

July 26, 2026

The Red Sox are heading into a busy ten‑day stretch as the trade deadline looms. Their recent surge in the wild‑card race has sparked chatter about swapping prospects for immediate help, a familiar pattern in baseball’s final stretch. Fans will likely shout at any mention of players like Franklin Ar

sports

Race in the Capital: IndyCars, Politics and a Dash of Drama

July 26, 2026

In summer 2023, a man named Bud Denker dreamed of putting an IndyCar race right in the heart of Washington, DC. He had already run races in other cities, but the capital was a whole new beast because of its historic sites and tight rules. The idea first popped up at a dinner, where someone asked h

politics

Harvard Welcomes Former Homeland Security Secretary to Fellowship

July 26, 2026

A new resident fellow is set to join Harvard’s Institute of Politics this fall. The appointee previously led the Department of Homeland Security under President Biden. Reports indicate he will mentor students and guide study groups during his tenure. The institute plans to reveal its full s

business

Building Trust First: A Fresh Take on Growing a Startup

July 26, 2026

People often think money is the key to growth, but most of it ends up buying more headaches than wins. When a founder pours cash into funnels, ads, rebrands and CRMs, the result is usually a heavier machine that needs more hands to keep running. The real payoff comes from building trust before anyon

lifestyle

Veteran Coach Shares Heartfelt Memories of Long‑Time Player

July 26, 2026

In a quiet town where football roars with pride, a seasoned coach has stepped forward to honor a teammate who left an indelible mark on the squad. The veteran, whose name has become synonymous with perseverance on the field, took a moment to recount stories that paint a vivid picture of friendship a

art

Aalto’s Human‑Centred Modernism Gains UNESCO Praise

July 26, 2026

The Finnish design world celebrated a new milestone when Alvar Aalto’s collection of buildings earned a spot on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. The selection, which includes the historic Paimio Sanatorium, showcases a style that blends modern form with caring touches for people and nature. Aalto wo

technology

Data Centers Turn a Quiet Town Into a Tech Powerhouse

July 26, 2026

Quincy, Washington, once known for its farms and family diners, now hosts a cluster of data centers that have reshaped its economy and landscape. The town’s population jumped from 5, 300 to over 8, 200 as companies like Microsoft and Yahoo built massive server farms just outside the city limits.

science

Texas Sharks Take the Spotlight on National TV

July 25, 2026

The annual Discovery Channel show that started as a science lesson has turned into a pop‑culture event, and this year it will feature a Texas expert. The Perot Museum of Nature and Science is stepping onto the national stage for the first time, bringing local paleontologist Ron Tykoski into a tel

entertainment

New Space Adventure: How a 2004 Show Outshined Its 1978 Predecessor

July 25, 2026

The channel Syfy launched a fresh take on the classic 1978 space saga in 2004. Instead of simply polishing old footage, it reimagined the story entirely, turning familiar names into new characters with different motives and emotions. The reboot kept only the skeleton of the original: a war‑torn f