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Understanding How People Think About Each Other in Different Worlds

July 3, 2026

People often study how we share goals and care for others by looking at families in big, modern cities. These studies show that the way we think about shared plans and attachment is shaped by our environment. A new approach, called WILD, looks at families in more natural settings and points out that

technology

Head‑Up Endoscopy: A New Way to Work

July 3, 2026

Endoscopes let doctors see inside the body, but they often have to stare at a flat screen that isn’t always in a good spot. This can strain the neck and eyes, especially when the room layout or the doctor’s stance changes. A new idea is to use a head‑mounted display, like a virtual reality headset,

health

Shorter or Longer? How Faculty Shift Length Shapes Hospital Teaching

July 3, 2026

Hospital doctors who run teaching units often pick how long they stay on a shift. Some choose one week, others two weeks, hoping the choice fits their own work plans and keeps patients safe. No clear data shows whether a one‑week or two‑week schedule changes how well patients do, how stressed the do

business

Portugal’s Golden Visa Still a Smart Move

July 3, 2026

The new law in Portugal, signed on May 3, 2026, raised the time needed for most non‑EU investors to get a passport from five to ten years. Critics say this weakens the program, but the core benefits for those who invest remain unchanged. The Golden Visa keeps its low‑stay rule: residents must be in

opinion

Fireworks or Futuristic Fun? Rethinking Fourth of July Celebrations

July 3, 2026

The United States turns 250 this year, a milestone that invites reflection on what has changed and what remains. Modern life is built on technology that once seemed unimaginable, yet one old ritual still lights up the sky each July 4th. Fireworks have long been tied to freedom and festivity, but

weather

Michigan Faces Flood Fallout as Disaster Aid Arrives

July 3, 2026

President Trump has approved a federal disaster declaration for Michigan after a series of storms, snowmelt and tornadoes. The state’s governor announced the move on July 2, citing damage that stretched across 43 counties. Federal Emergency Management Agency said it will send $33. 3 million in

weather

Hot July Heat Hits North Texas

July 3, 2026

North Texas woke up on Friday with a typical summer start: warm and muggy. Temperatures climbed into the mid‑90s, while what you feel could be in the low 100s. A tiny chance—about ten percent—for a few showers or storms will appear later in the day. Over the holiday weekend, the heat will keep roll

weather

Strong Ocean Warmth Set to Raise Global Heat

July 3, 2026

The UN’s weather group has updated its outlook, saying a powerful El Nino will appear soon and lift worldwide temperatures. El Nino happens when the middle and east Pacific Ocean warms up, usually for nine to twelve months. This warming can push global heat higher and trigger extreme weather events.

politics

Mount Rushmore Gets a Big Night: President, Fireworks and Weather Drama

July 3, 2026

South Dakota is ready to host a huge celebration that marks 250 years of the United States. The plan includes fireworks worth about $700, 000 and a visit from President Donald Trump. Earlier this year the governor sent an official invitation hoping to attract national attention. The White House conf

sports

Michigan Golf Trip: Weather, Wedges and Weekend Wins

July 3, 2026

The trip kicked off on a clear July morning that promised perfect golf conditions. A lightning strike paused play after 15 holes, but the group bounced back to hit a total of 166 rounds across seven days without a single drop of rain. The main destination was the Bear course in Traverse City, a J