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Why brain tumor care in kids needs a wake-up call right now

March 28, 2026

Brain cancer in children isn’t just another disease—it’s a hidden emergency. Every year, families face a tough battle while waiting for better treatments that still feel stuck in the past. The problem isn’t just the lack of progress; it’s that childhood brain tumors are often treated as a smaller ve

environment

Pesticides Infiltrate Protected Waters Despite Conservation Rules

March 28, 2026

Scientists tested water in Brazil’s Protected Areas and found pesticide pollution almost everywhere. Samples from streams inside conservation zones and outside showed high traces of farm chemicals. The study tested 46 substances and spotted 15 types, including common herbicides, insecticides, and fu

health

Smart Tech Steps In for Back Pain Diagnosis

March 28, 2026

Doctors often struggle to agree on back problems because scans can look different from person to person. A narrowing in the lower spine called lumbar spinal stenosis is one tough case. Traditional MRI scans help, but experts don’t always see the same things when they look. Now, researchers are testi

education

Paper’s Unexpected Beginnings: More Than Just History Lessons

March 28, 2026

Long before paper took over classrooms and offices, it started as simple packing material. Ancient China’s early paper-making experiments had humble uses—wrapping fragile items or cushioning goods during transport. It wasn’t until later that people saw its potential for something bigger. But writin

opinion

Oakland schools face another challenge: a lawsuit over heritage months

March 28, 2026

Oakland Unified School District (OUSD) runs on tight funds, serving mostly low-income students who need stable classrooms more than legal battles. Yet the state education department just filed a lawsuit claiming the district didn't do enough to fight antisemitism—despite no clear evidence of widespr

politics

Spain’s Housing Tax Plan Hits Political Roadblocks

March 28, 2026

Spain’s government wanted to slap a 100% tax on non-EU property buyers to cool off a red-hot housing market. The idea was simple: make it too expensive for outsiders to buy homes, so locals could compete again. But after a year of headlines and political speeches, the plan hasn’t even reached a vote

sports

Sports TV Lineup for the Weekend: What to Watch

March 27, 2026

The schedule starts on Monday with college baseball, featuring NC State against Georgia Tech at 7 p. m. The same evening brings a women's college basketball semifinal from Wichita, followed by an elite‑eight game in Texas. Baseball fans also get a South Carolina vs. Mississippi State matchup on SECN

politics

A Mixed Legacy of Service and Controversy

March 27, 2026

Robert Mueller was a man who spent his life in public service. He served as a Marine officer during the Vietnam War and was wounded in action. After leaving the military, he became a federal prosecutor who tackled organized crime, terrorism and corruption. In 2006 President George W. Bush appointed

crime

Life in a City of Hidden Numbers

March 27, 2026

The city was buzzing with trouble. People were scared because the streets were full of fights and broken windows. A woman named Anna lived in a building that had shops on the ground floor. She could not sleep, worried that thieves would break in. State leaders sent a huge army of National Guard sol

environment

Brazil Starts Reforesting Amazon with Startup Deal

March 27, 2026

The Brazilian government recently opened its first public land auction for reforestation and chose a small company called Re. green to manage a large Amazon plot. Re. green is the only firm that offered to restore 145, 000 acres in the Bom Futuro reserve for four decades. They plan to pay abou