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Climate Finance Needs a Prevention-First Makeover

July 3, 2026

Most discussions about climate risk focus on cleanup after disasters strike. But a different angle matters just as much: the money saved when disasters never happen in the first place. Today’s insurance system is built to handle losses after they occur, not to reward actions that stop them before th

politics

How new loan rules could derail future doctors' dreams

July 3, 2026

Eddie Jiang planned to become a doctor since high school. He picked an affordable in-state college, keeping one eye on medical school costs. Now, after graduating, he questions if his dream remains within reach. New federal loan limits are turning his expectations upside down. Starting this year, f

environment

Trade talks between US and Mexico: Time to clean up the Tijuana River mess

July 3, 2026

For years, the Tijuana River has carried raw sewage and industrial waste straight into US waters, turning beaches from Imperial Beach to Coronado into no-go zones. Meanwhile, trade between the US and Mexico has boomed under deals like NAFTA and USMCA. But here’s the problem: the same trade that fill

politics

A local business owner steps up for Santa Clarita’s future

July 3, 2026

Brett Haddoak, who grew up in Santa Clarita and still lives there with his family, has decided to run for a seat on the City Council. This new position is part of the city’s shift to district-based voting, meaning residents will now elect someone to represent their specific area. Haddoak’s district

health

Caring for the final stages: What good nursing looks like at life’s end

July 3, 2026

When someone’s health is failing and no treatment can reverse the decline, the focus shifts from curing to caring. Dying isn’t just a medical event—it’s a deeply human experience that deserves thoughtful support. Nursing teams working in palliative care don’t aim to prolong life at any cost, but ins

health

Tracking Global Fungus Threats in Medical Settings

July 3, 2026

Health systems worldwide keep an eye on dangerous germs that don’t respond to medicine. This time, researchers focused on Candida, a common fungus that can sneak into the bloodstream and cause serious infections. The study tested a new way to collect and share health data, specifically looking at re

politics

The Next Big Bet: Political Connections and Crypto Startups

July 3, 2026

A fresh-faced graduate from Stanford, Theo Gillibrand, recently launched APEC, a company aiming to trade perpetual futures—special financial bets tied to U. S. stocks. But what’s grabbing attention isn’t just the business itself. Behind APEC stands a lineup of high-profile investors, including a cry

entertainment

Two Paws and a Passion: How Rescue Dogs Are Becoming Comic-Con Stars

July 3, 2026

Paisley and Scarlett, two shih tzus with health challenges, have found their calling—not just as rescue dogs, but as cosplay superstars. Their owner, Michelle Smith, noticed early on that their playful energy could do more than brighten her home; it could inspire others. By dressing them in costumes

technology

Getting Back to Basics: A Week Without Screens in New York

July 3, 2026

This summer in New York’s East Village, outdoor events replacing app swipes might sound odd, but hundreds of Gen Zers spent a week trying it out. Held in Tompkins Square Park, the festival mixes workshops, live shows and old-school tech demos to see what life looks like without always tapping a scre

politics

Democrats divided as Supreme Court backs state bans on trans girls in girls' sports

July 3, 2026

The Supreme Court recently decided states can stop biological males from joining girls’ school sports teams. This supports laws already in place in Idaho, West Virginia, and 25 other states. But it doesn’t touch the states that allow biological males to compete in girls’ teams. Not all Democrats ar