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health care

Bridging the Gap: A New App Helps Older Women Learn Digital Skills

July 1, 2026

Older people often find it hard to use new technology. They may not have grown up with computers, and age can make seeing or remembering things more difficult. Even in places where the internet is common, many seniors still feel left out. This can make it harder for them to get medical help or stay

entertainment

Salem Fair’s Big Comeback in July 2026

July 1, 2026

The annual Salem Fair is set to return next summer, with a fresh lineup of activities and a new “VA250” theme that promises to bring a mix of history, culture, and entertainment. The fair’s organizers are planning an event that will showcase the region’s heritage while also offering modern attrac

lifestyle

Astro‑Tips: How the Stars Suggest Smart Moves Today

July 1, 2026

The moon’s shift into Aquarius nudges us to step back from our own moods and look at the bigger picture. When Jupiter, the planet of growth, clashes with Chiron, a symbol of old wounds, confidence can hit a snag. That means enthusiasm may turn into over‑compensation and we need to pick actions that

weather

Heat‑Broke Road in Algonquin, Drivers Urged to Watch Out

July 1, 2026

A stretch of Algonquin Road just west of Route 25 cracked and bent after a week of intense heat. The damage started around noon on Monday, causing cars to swerve and creating a traffic jam for the next 24 hours. By 12:50 a. m. Tuesday, state workers had patched the road and all lanes were open again

health

Heatwave Overwhelms Paris Funeral Home, Stalling Graves

July 1, 2026

The summer heat has pushed a small funeral house in Orly to its limits. The cold room can hold only 32 bodies, and every slot is taken. In the last week, about a thousand extra deaths were recorded, with numbers still climbing. Families, nursing homes and police keep calling the funeral director for

science

Foot Placement Choices in One‑Leg Landings

July 1, 2026

When a person jumps off a box and lands on one foot, they must decide quickly where to put that foot. Scientists want to know what tells the brain which spot to choose. Two ideas exist: the body’s center of mass (CoM) and a version that also adds speed, called the extrapolated CoM (XcoM). Researcher

health

Community Exercise Plans Boost Older Adults’ Well‑Being

July 1, 2026

Older people living in their own homes can gain a lot from group exercise programs held locally. Research shows that these community‑based activities help improve how they feel physically, mentally and socially. The studies reviewed all involved adults aged 60 or more who took part in regular mo

politics

Government Rules on Food Stamps Spark Debate

July 1, 2026

A recent court decision has put the rules around food stamp purchases under scrutiny. The judge said that the Department of Agriculture does not have the authority to change what items can be bought with these benefits. This move highlights how lawmakers need to step in. About 42 million people use

politics

New York’s Big Move to Free Child Care

July 1, 2026

For years many parents in New York thought starting a family was too costly. Child‑care bills could top $20, 000 a year for one child, forcing people to dip into savings or quit jobs. As a result, some moved away, left their careers, or stayed child‑free. This year the state budget changes that s

opinion

Bhutanese Americans Stand Up Against Wrongful Stereotypes

July 1, 2026

The story begins with a recent claim that has spread across Ohio and Pennsylvania, suggesting that Bhutanese Americans are involved in Medicaid fraud. The allegations came from an article that painted the community as “cunning and greedy, ” a portrayal that many find unfair and misleading. The piece