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Urban Air Microplastics: How We Measure and Why It Matters

April 17, 2026

The quick review looked at how scientists catch tiny plastic particles in city air and then figure out what they are. They pulled data from 35 research papers that used active sampling—devices that pull air through filters—to measure how much plastic people might breathe. The papers showed that ac

politics

Georgia Governor Race: Money, Names and New Faces

April 17, 2026

The 2026 Georgia governor contest feels very different from the high‑energy battle four years ago. While Democrats now appear less focused and have spent only about $1. 2 million, Republicans have poured nearly $100 million into ads. The stakes are high because Georgia has not elected a Democratic g

business

A Local Arts Spot Bites the Dust After Tax Struggles

April 17, 2026

The once-popular Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center has shut its doors for good, its owners blaming city officials for deliberately sabotaging their efforts. In a Facebook post, the group called "the HMAC Family" called the closure permanent and claimed city leaders constructed a trap to force them out.

science

A Smarter Way to Spot Salmonella in Food

April 17, 2026

Detecting harmful bacteria in food isn't as fast or easy as it should be. Most tests take too long, need too many steps, and don’t always catch the problem. That’s why a new method aims to change the game. Instead of relying on old-school lab work, this approach combines three tools: a quick DNA cop

weather

Staying Safe When Water Levels Rise in Tompkins County

April 17, 2026

A sudden alert went out late Thursday night for Tompkins County, warning that Cayuga Lake’s water level had climbed enough to spill onto nearby paths and roads. The rise was enough to flood areas that usually stay dry, though experts say this kind of event is minor and short-lived. Still, the notice

environment

How Student Ideas Could Shape Colorado’s Green Future

April 17, 2026

Every year, Colorado Mountain College gives its students a big stage to showcase their work on sustainability. This year, their free online conference on April 24 will run from 9 AM to noon, focusing on how local research can help mountain communities tackle environmental challenges. The event isn’t

crypto

Making Crypto as Easy as Sending a Text

April 16, 2026

In 2026, Mixin changed how people get into crypto by letting them buy digital money with regular cash in under a minute. The service removed the usual headaches like long registration forms and hidden fees that scare off beginners. Instead of forcing users to write down random seed phrases, Mixin le

sports

Is Arsenal playing it too safe with Arteta?

April 16, 2026

Arsenal’s recent seasons under Arteta have shown steady progress but also frustrating limits. The team has climbed from mid-table to title contenders, yet when pressure mounts, their style often flips from confident to cautious. Many fans and pundits now wonder: is tight control actually holding the

politics

Solar help for Puerto Rico''s poor put on hold as billions sit unused

April 16, 2026

Puerto Rico''s 3. 2 million residents face another summer without reliable power, and a $350 million solar program meant to help 12, 000 low-income families now sits frozen. Nearly 200 groups asked for the money back, but instead it may go to patching the same old grid destroyed by Hurricane Maria i

health

Spice blends pack a health punch—here’s why

April 16, 2026

Mixing herbs and spices isn’t just about taste—it’s a smart way to boost your body’s defenses. Scientists found that pairing certain plant compounds, like the fiery capsaicin from chili peppers and the cooling menthol from mint, can supercharge their anti-inflammatory effects by hundreds of times co