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A Fresh Start for a Teen’s Math Struggles

June 25, 2026

Parents are worried that their 16‑year‑old son is stuck with low math grades, even though he shines in other subjects. They hope a good college will come from better scores, but the pressure is turning into family stress. A common mistake is to see math as a hurdle that must be cleared for succe

science

Microglia Make a Comeback: From Lab Ideas to Patient Care

June 25, 2026

Scientists have discovered that the brain’s own cleaning crew, microglia, can be swapped out to treat neurological damage. In early experiments, researchers took healthy microglial cells and introduced them into damaged brain tissue in animal models. The new cells helped clear debris, reduce inflamm

science

New AI Tool Rates Preprints by Science, Not Reputation

June 25, 2026

QED Science has rolled out a fresh system that looks at the real substance of research papers before they hit journals. The service, called “The 1%, ” spots the top 574 life‑science preprints out of more than 57, 000 that appeared on bioRxiv last year. By stripping away author names, institutions an

politics

School Board Picks New Staff for Rock Island‑Milan

June 25, 2026

The Rock Island‑Milan school district has announced several new administrative hires. First, a seasoned educator named Sarah Lee will become the assistant principal for elementary schools. She has spent ten years teaching and is known for her focus on student engagement. Second, the district

celebrities

A Hidden Battle: How One Actor Faced a Decade‑Long Mystery Illness

June 25, 2026

Joe Manganiello shared the story of a long, secret fight with an unknown disease that left him physically and emotionally shattered. He spoke openly about the many doctors he saw, none of whom could pinpoint the cause of his symptoms. The treatments that were offered only worsened his condition, lea

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Penn State Players Bring Cheer to Children’s Hospital

June 25, 2026

The football squad from Penn State traveled once again from State College to the Golisano Children’s Hospital in Derry Township. This visit is part of a yearly tradition that started when the former coach was in charge. Now, with Matt Campbell at the helm for his first season, the team wanted

health

Measles Alert in Los Angeles: What You Need to Know

June 25, 2026

Los Angeles County has recorded its seventh measles case this year. The illness came from a traveler who landed at Hollywood Burbank Airport on June 17 after flying from Phoenix. The person was contagious while inside the county. People who were at Gate A4 between 8:45 a. m. and 9:45 a. m. on that

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Bats and Rabies: A New Alert in Butler County

June 25, 2026

A recent report from the local health department has added a fourth bat case of rabies in Butler County. The latest animal was sent for testing after it bit a family pet, but officials are keeping the exact spot private to protect the reporter’s privacy. Earlier this month, a first case surfaced on

politics

South Korea Holds Church Founder in Custody Over Political Push

June 25, 2026

A Seoul court has ordered the detention of Lee Man‑hee, a 95‑year‑old religious leader who started the Shincheonji Church of Jesus. Prosecutors say he helped thousands of his followers join the People Power Party before big elections, a move that violates South Korea’s Political Parties Act. The law

politics

Ukrainian Plan to Hit Russian War Supplies

June 25, 2026

President Zelenskiy announced that Ukraine will launch pre‑emptive strikes against Russian facilities used to support its war effort. The move comes as Kyiv increases attacks on energy infrastructure, hoping to pressure Moscow into negotiations. In a recent speech, the Ukrainian leader instructed i