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grant applications

Opera House Shifts: Washington National Opera Moves On

January 11, 2026

The Washington National Opera is saying goodbye to the Kennedy Center after 52 years. This move comes after new rules at the center made it hard for the opera to keep its usual way of funding shows. The opera group said the Kennedy Center's new policy, which requires full funding before any producti

politics

Immigration Enforcement: A Closer Look at the Numbers

January 11, 2026

The White House recently responded to criticism from Minnesota Governor Tim Walz regarding immigration enforcement. They claimed that stricter measures have led to a decrease in violent crime and improved public safety across the country. The administration highlighted a significant drop in homicid

technology

Windows Subsystem for Linux: A Practical but Limited Tool

January 11, 2026

Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) is a handy feature for those who need Linux on their Windows machines. It lets users run multiple Linux distributions easily and even supports GPU passthrough. This is useful for tasks like running local large language models (LLMs) with powerful GPUs. However, WSL

health

A Hidden Eye Threat: Understanding Acanthamoeba Keratitis

January 10, 2026

Acanthamoeba keratitis is a rare but serious eye infection caused by a microscopic organism found in water and soil. It can be particularly dangerous for contact lens wearers, as the lenses can provide a pathway for the parasite to enter and infect the cornea. The condition is often misdiagnosed due

sports

Warriors Cruise Past Struggling Kings in High-Scoring Showdown

January 10, 2026

The Golden State Warriors put on a dazzling display of teamwork, beating the Sacramento Kings 137-103 on Friday night. Stephen Curry led the charge with 27 points and 10 assists, marking his second double-double of the season. Curry was on fire early, scoring 18 points in the first half alone. He fi

science

Science Under Siege: Why NIH Experts Walked Away

January 10, 2026

At the start of 2025, a group of seasoned scientists and administrators at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) expected the usual changes with a new administration. They hoped that the NIH, known worldwide for its top-notch health research, would keep supporting solid science. But as the year we

health

Flu Season: A Wake-Up Call for Public Health

January 10, 2026

Flu cases are on the rise, and this year's strain is hitting hard. The numbers show a sharp increase in infections and hospitalizations. The current flu variant is more severe and less responsive to this year's vaccine. In Ohio, one child has already died from the flu. Doctors say the vaccine can s

sports

A Close Shave: Fenwick's Last-Second Heroics

January 10, 2026

Basketball games can be nail-biters. Fenwick's Jake Thies proved that with a buzzer-beating shot. The Friars edged out Brother Rice 35-34 in a thrilling Catholic League Blue matchup. Kayonta Williams and Tommy Thies also chipped in with points, but it was Jake's clutch performance that stole the sho

opinion

Minneapolis Mom's Death: ICE's Chilling Message to All

January 10, 2026

In Minneapolis, ICE's recent actions have stirred up a lot of fear. People there have been trying to protect their neighbors from ICE by setting up alert systems and protesting. They believed that even in this political climate, they had rights that would protect them from ICE's aggressive tactics. ...

politics

A Big Stop to a Company Takeover

January 10, 2026

A court just said no to a major deal. Edwards Lifesciences wanted to buy Jenavalve Technology. But the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) stepped in. They convinced a judge to block the acquisition. This means the deal won't happen. Why did the FTC care? They worry about competition. If Edwards Lifesci