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Nukes Hidden All Around Us

April 17, 2026

The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History in Albuquerque has opened a new exhibit called “American Nukes. ” The show displays photographs taken by Darin Boville. Boville has traveled more than 30, 000 miles to find decommissioned nuclear weapons. He looked at them in places like mili

education

Discover Fun Learning at the 4‑H Science Hub

April 17, 2026

The University of Maine’s Extension team is inviting kids and their families to a free, hands‑on gathering at the Lafayette and Rawcliffe 4‑H Science and Engineering Learning Center in Orono. The open house will run from ten a. m. to one p. m. on Saturday, May 2, and no sign‑up is needed. Inside th

health

The Plastic‑Detox Myth: What the Show Gets Wrong

April 17, 2026

A new Netflix series claims that tiny plastic particles are shrinking men’s genitals and killing sperm. It follows five couples who try to stop using plastic for three months and then report more babies. The program sounds like a reality show, not science. The host is an epidemiologist who talks ab

politics

Health Secretary Faces Tough Questions on Vaccines and Budget Cuts

April 17, 2026

The Health and Human Services chief, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , spoke to Congress early Thursday about his plans for the 2027 budget and his vision for healthier America. He started by saying that good nutrition is key to ending chronic disease, hoping to shift the debate away from his past vaccine cri

business

Fort Pierce Flight School Closes, 50 Staff Lose Jobs

April 17, 2026

The Aviator College of Aeronautical Science & Technology, a private flight training center in Fort Pierce, shut its doors on April 15, sending shock waves through the local aviation community. The campus had been housed at Treasure Coast International Airport and offered courses ranging from pilotin

politics

Peace Voice in Cameroon: A Pope’s Call for Unity

April 17, 2026

A pope visited the western city of Bamenda in Cameroon, a place where people have lived through years of fighting. The crowd welcomed him with music and cheers, showing how much hope he represents for many. During his stay, the pope spoke at a cathedral that had been given to him by local leaders.

politics

High School Clubs and a New Push for Conservative Voices

April 17, 2026

In many Republican‑led states, governors are backing a movement to set up chapters of Turning Point USA in every public high school. The goal, according to officials, is to give students a platform for conservative ideas that they say have been suppressed in schools. The initiative follows the de

politics

Young Men Say Religion Matters More Than Ever

April 17, 2026

A new poll shows a big jump in how many young men think religion is “very important. ” The survey asked people between 18 and 30 about their beliefs. More than a third of the men said faith plays a big role in their lives, up from just under half a year ago. The change is notable because it shifts

religion

Evangelicals Face a Moral Crossroads Over Immigration

April 17, 2026

The debate is heating up inside churches across the nation. Many believers wonder whether backing strict immigration rules matches their faith’s teachings about compassion and justice. Some leaders point to biblical passages that speak of war or judgment, using them to support the current policy.

health

Older Hearts Meet Digital Care: Who Gets In, How They Use It, and Fairness

April 17, 2026

Older people with heart failure are increasingly turning to digital tools like apps, wearables, and online programs for help. A recent review looked at how well these tools are tested in real life, especially focusing on who actually participates in the studies and whether everyone gets a fair chanc