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Education Seat Battle: Sparks vs Sams in Orange County

June 3, 2026

When the polls closed at 8 p. m. on Tuesday, the results for the Orange County Board of Education District 5 race were posted. Lisa Sparks, who has already served two terms on the board, led Jason Sams by a wide margin. Sams works as an advisor at Roosevelt University, focusing on humanities and so

entertainment

Summer Books: A Fresh Look at Hot Reads

June 3, 2026

New summer reading can feel like a mix of mystery, history, and heart. Some titles bring Chicago’s neighborhoods into sharp focus, showing how new neighbors can clash or bond. Other books travel far beyond the city, exploring past wars and modern sports in ways that spark curiosity. A few n

technology

South Korea Joins Forces with Anthropic to Boost Cyber Defence

June 3, 2026

The Korean government has taken a step forward in protecting its digital infrastructure by partnering with Anthropic, the company behind the Mythos AI model. The move is part of a larger project called Glasswing, where KISA and leading Korean firms work together to spot and patch cyber weaknesses.

science

Hidden Wonders of Angola’s Remote Plateau

June 3, 2026

Angola’s Lisima plateau, a rarely explored highland that feeds major African rivers, has become the focus of an exciting new biological survey. Scientists and explorers from Africa and abroad trekked into this isolated area, overcoming muddy roads, broken equipment and the lingering danger of malari

entertainment

A Mason Engineer Wins a Global Sci‑Fi Writing Award

June 3, 2026

An aerospace engineer from Mason, Ohio, has taken home the top prize in an international science‑fiction contest. The award, presented by L. Ron Hubbard’s Writers of the Future program, recognized his short story “In Living Color. ” The piece was chosen from a field of global entries and later appea

health

Kratom Research Gets Federal Backing – What It Means for Opioid Struggles

June 3, 2026

For years, kratom has lived in a legal gray area. Some see it as risky, others as helpful. Now, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) just gave it a big thumbs-up by approving research into its potential for treating opioid addiction. This isn’t just another study—it’s a signal that scientists thi

politics

Why U. S. Science Needs a New Playbook to Stay Strong

June 3, 2026

The head of a major U. S. science organization recently warned that America’s research powerhouse is running on empty. After a year of chaotic changes in science funding and leadership, many experts feel uncertain about the future. Large numbers of skilled researchers have left the country, while th

politics

Money trouble: Federal science grants hit at UC Berkeley over funding claims

June 3, 2026

Federal agencies have suddenly blocked nearly twenty-one million dollars in science grants at the University of California, Berkeley. The reason given? Some researchers did not tell the government about outside money they received, mostly from friendly countries like the United Kingdom, Australia, a

health

Small Steps Outside: How Nature Can Ease Your Daily Stress

June 3, 2026

Living in a city often means trading green spaces for concrete. Many people feel stressed but don’t link it to their surroundings. Scientists now say nature can help reset our brains, even in small doses. Research shows our brains react differently when surrounded by trees or plants compared to buil

health

How Safe Are Your Medicines? The Changing Face of Drug Safety Checks

June 3, 2026

For 25 years, experts have gathered to discuss how to keep medicines safe. At the latest meeting, they focused on progress in pharmacovigilance—the science of tracking medicine side effects. Over time, this practice has moved from paper reports to high-tech digital systems. Yet challenges remain, es