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Wood has been used in buildings for centuries, but today it brings fresh questions about the planet and local jobs. Students are testing new ideas in a school lab to see how wood can be made stronger, cheaper, and greener. The projects mix old‑fashioned carpentry with high tech tools like computer d

entertainment

Garden Secrets: How Celebrities Are Scored for the Big Game

Madison Square Garden has been keeping a secret list of its most valuable guests. The arena’s own database assigns a “risk score” to over 400 well‑known figures, from pop stars to sports legends. The ratings range from “flag” for low concern all the way up to “banned, ” meaning the person can’t ente

opinion

Celebrities and the Power of Speaking Out

A few famous people often say they won’t talk about problems because it might cause more fights. Some think that keeping quiet is safer for the country, but that idea can hurt democracy. People who have a big platform should use it to point out wrongdoings. If one voice tells others that mo

entertainment

Celebrities Turning Another Year Older on July 10

On this day, a handful of well‑known faces celebrate birthdays that span different corners of the entertainment world. The most eye‑catching names include a pop singer who once competed on “The Masked Singer, ” a beloved actress famous for her sharp humor and strong presence, and a versatile actor w

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Bonnie Tyler’s Legacy: A Star‑Studded Farewell

A group of well‑known musicians and actors shared heartfelt messages after the unexpected passing of Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler, who was 75. The star was in Portugal for emergency surgery when she died. Friends and colleagues remembered her powerful voice and vibrant personality. Rod Stewart noted t

health

Kids Care Conference in Manila: 20 Years of Progress

The International Children’s Palliative Care Network celebrated two decades of work during its fourth global meeting in Manila, Philippines, from 12 to 15 November 2025. The event was held together with the Ruth Foundation and drew 419 participants from 49 nations, covering every region of the World

Storms Ahead: Thursday Brings Chance of Strong Weather

A calm and warm evening will cover Metro Detroit on Wednesday, but that peace ends when a cold front arrives Thursday. The front may drop scattered showers and thunderstorms, with the possibility of some powerful storms. During Wednesday night the sky will shift from partly cloudy to mostly clear,

Monsoon Set to Slow Crop Planting in India

India’s monsoon is expected to bring less rain than usual to the western and southern parts of the country over the next two weeks, after a week of heavy showers on the west coast. This change may delay planting of key summer crops such as cotton, soybeans and corn. The monsoon supplies about 70 pe

Heat, Lightning and Rising Tides: What to Expect This Weekend

The Bay Area’s temperatures are set to climb this weekend. On Thursday, the heat will hit its normal summer highs, with inland spots reaching the upper 80s. By Saturday, those numbers will push into the low 90s, and Monday could see mid‑90s temperatures as a monsoon‑like pattern starts to move in fr

Storm Alert: Strong Winds Threaten Pima County