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genz workers

Farmers Face Rising Heat: Adapting and Aiming for Resilience

July 8, 2026

The world is seeing more hot days that last a long time, and this trend hurts farmers who grow fruits and veggies. They have less time to plant and can lose crops when early summer heat is followed by sudden cold snaps. Farmers now know these extreme heat waves are not one‑off events. \n\nSpecialty

technology

Cyber Apprenticeships: New Paths to Protect the Nation

July 8, 2026

The Defense Department has launched a fresh opportunity for young people who want to work in cybersecurity. The program offers a full‑time, paid apprenticeship that lasts one year and helps participants earn valuable certifications. Applicants must be U. S. citizens, 18 or older, and can include hi

health

Facing Alzheimer’s Risk: How Latino Communities Turn to Faith

July 8, 2026

Latino adults in Northern Manhattan were asked about their feelings after learning their chance of developing Alzheimer’s by age 85. Six weeks, nine months and fifteen months later, researchers gathered stories from people aged forty to sixty‑four. A few were told their genetic marker that could rai

politics

California Law on Mandatory Meetings Faces Legal Hurdle

July 8, 2026

A federal appeals court in San Francisco is leaning toward blocking a California law that would prevent employers from punishing employees who skip mandatory meetings about religion, politics or union issues. The law, set to start in 2025, was already stopped by a judge last year and is now under sc

education

Finding Home in Two Worlds

July 8, 2026

Young people who grow up with a mix of cultures often feel caught between two sets of rules and stories. In Sweden, this “in‑between” feeling can create stress because they try to fit in both their parents’ heritage and the new country’s way of life. Researchers believe that weaving together t

health

Private insurers in public health: a mix‑and‑match view

July 8, 2026

In many countries, private insurance companies are stepping into the public health arena. One company that does this in two very different places is Discovery Group, which runs programs in both the United Kingdom and South Africa. The company’s work shows that whether private insurance helps or h

opinion

Tallahassee Can Build Its Own Bright Future

July 6, 2026

Tallahassee has the buildings, schools and parks that many cities need to grow. The real challenge is getting everyone—city leaders, businesses, universities and the state—to agree on a shared plan. When I walked through Greenville, South Carolina, with my family, the town’s lively streets and g

opinion

County Works to Beat Opioid Surge While Federal Actions Backfire

July 6, 2026

Bernalillo County has poured hundreds of millions into stopping fentanyl, giving people help and safety nets. They run programs that cut risks, offer crisis care, treat addiction, give homes for those in need and work with police. The county’s front‑line staff are ready to help anyone hit by the dru

lifestyle

Summer New Year’s Bash Shows We Can Reset Anytime

July 6, 2026

A nonprofit office that follows a July‑to‑June fiscal calendar found a fresh way to kick off each new year. When the last quarter closed, staff decided to throw a New Year’s party in June instead of waiting for January. They brought hats, noise makers, and a summer‑friendly spread of ice cream and w

health

Shift Work, Stress and Sleep: The Hidden Link

July 6, 2026

Emergency workers often feel worn out and find it hard to sleep. A study looked at how thinking before bed might explain why tiredness and sleeplessness go together, and how this affects their ability to handle busy shifts. Researchers asked 58 doctors and nurses to fill out surveys about burnout, s