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Festival of Art, Drinks and Family Fun Returns to Ella Sharp Museum

May 25, 2026

The summer buzz in Jackson starts on Saturday, June 6, when the Ella Sharp Museum of Art and History opens its doors for the twelfth Art, Beer & Wine Festival. Visitors can arrive at 2 p. m. , with an early‑entry option from 1 p. m. for those who want to beat the crowd. This year’s gathering is the

health

Ebola Strikes and Fear Push Doctors to the Edge

May 25, 2026

In the heart of Congo’s Ituri province, where the first signs of a new Ebola wave appeared, health workers are facing more than just a shortage of medicine. They now contend with angry mobs and patients running from the very hospitals meant to save them. Three separate attacks have rocked the area,

politics

Israel Urges Return to Strikes Over Rising Drone Threat

May 25, 2026

The Israeli government has called for a new round of air attacks on Beirut after a surge in drone strikes from Hezbollah. A fatal incident involving an Israeli soldier prompted Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich to demand that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu act decisively. Smotrich argued that eve

health

Lifestyle Plans for New Obesity Drugs: A Fresh Take

May 25, 2026

The latest wave of obesity medicines brings new hope, but it also demands fresh thinking about daily habits. First, doctors look at how patients eat and move before they start a drug. This helps set realistic goals and spot any habits that could interfere with treatment. During medication use, s

science

A New Way to Clean Acid Mine Water with Biochar

May 25, 2026

A team of researchers made a special charcoal by heating together sunflower heads, coal ash, and calcium chloride. They mixed the ingredients in a 1:1 ratio and heated them to 600 °C. The resulting material could grab more than 180 mg of sulfate per gram from dirty water, which is a lot for th

science

Microbes Turn Feathers into Useful Nutrients Without Extra Bacteria

May 25, 2026

A new experiment shows that raw chicken feathers can be broken down into useful nitrogen and enzymes using only the bacteria already living on them. Researchers set up a 50‑liter tank that was fed with tap water and left untouched by sterilization or extra nutrients. The machine alternated between b

education

Three Stars Shine as Louisiana Ends School Year

May 25, 2026

Louisiana’s education leaders wrapped up the 2025‑26 academic year by naming three standout students at a ceremony held on May 18 at LSU’s Lod Cook Conference Center. The honors spotlight achievements across elementary, middle and high school levels, showcasing a mix of academic prowess, leadersh

education

California State University Goes All‑In on AI: What Happens Next?

May 25, 2026

The California State University system recently signed a $17 million contract with OpenAI to give students, faculty and staff access to ChatGPT Edu, a version of the chatbot tailored for schools. The deal was renewed for another $13 million per year over three years, making the CSU one of the bigges

crime

Train Bombing in Pakistan Leaves Dozens Dead

May 25, 2026

A tragic incident occurred when a car packed with explosives crashed into a train in southwestern Pakistan, killing more than 30 people. The attack happened on Sunday and was later confirmed by local officials who could not speak publicly but provided the updated death toll. Initially, authorities r

science

Boosting Self‑Worth Through Football: How Motivation Changed Lives

May 25, 2026

The EuroFIT program was designed to help men who love football and carry extra weight feel better mentally. The plan used ideas from Self‑Determination Theory, which says people thrive when they feel competent, connected, and in control. After the program finished, researchers checked if changes in