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Health Coaching in Primary Care Helps Patients Lose Weight and Lower Blood Sugar

July 8, 2026

A new study followed 364 adults who received dietitian‑led coaching in their regular doctor’s office. Researchers looked at health records and questionnaires to see how patients’ weight, body mass index (BMI), blood pressure, and diabetes control changed after 3 and 6 months. They also counted how m

business

New Shops Bring Fresh Energy to Crocker Park

July 8, 2026

A fresh wave of retail excitement is heading into Crocker Park as two well‑known brands, Abercrombie & Fitch and Hollister, prepare to open new stores in the former Arhaus location. The move follows the furniture store’s relocation next door to the Regal movie theater, marking a notable shift in the

technology

Fast 3D Printing: One‑Shot Micro‑Structures

July 8, 2026

A team at the University of Utah has made a new way to print tiny objects in about twenty seconds. Instead of building up layers, they use a single laser exposure to harden the whole shape at once. The method comes from photolithography, a process that patterns light with a special mask. A th

education

University of Akron Tops North American Polymer Rankings

July 8, 2026

The University of Akron has been named the leading institution in North America for polymer science and plastics engineering. This recognition comes from EduRank, a global ranking system that measures research impact through citations and publication output. The university’s position as first in the

education

Quiet Champions of Peace

July 6, 2026

In a history class, the focus shifts from famous war heroes to ordinary people who shape lasting harmony. These figures show that peace is built not only by grand gestures but by everyday actions. A woman named Alice Paul led a peaceful march in Washington, D. C. , on March 3, 1913. Her dem

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

sports

Honest Choices in College Sports: A Story That Still Matters

July 6, 2026

Jon MacBeth, a college football player in 1960, faced a hard choice when gamblers asked him to sway his team’s score. He said no, told his coach, and helped police catch the plot before the game even began. This incident shows that integrity in sports isn’t new; it’s been tested for decades. Even

business

Affordable Cyber Protection for Small Businesses

July 6, 2026

Running a business already means juggling many risks, so adding computer threats shouldn’t be part of the load. A new deal lets owners buy a full year of Bitdefender Antivirus Plus for only $19. 99 instead of the usual $49. 99. The software watches for viruses in real time, stops ransomware wi

science

Coating Your Implants: How New Surfaces Fight Infection and Boost Healing

July 6, 2026

Orthopedic metal devices like plates, screws, and joint replacements are lifesavers for broken bones and arthritic joints. Yet over time they can invite trouble: germs form protective films, the body may reject them, and the metal can corrode. Researchers now treat the surface of these implants as a

weather

Weather Woes End July 4 Weekend in Maryland

July 6, 2026

"The state of Maryland faces a challenging finish to its Fourth of July celebrations, as officials warn of scattered thunderstorms that could bring heavy rain, strong winds, and lightning. Even before the storms arrive, temperatures are expected to stay scorching, with heat indices reaching up to 10