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Why some parents skip simple baby protections

March 22, 2026

Hospitals across the U. S. are seeing more parents say no to basic newborn treatments once considered automatic. At one Idaho hospital, half the babies one day didn’t get a vitamin K shot that prevents dangerous bleeding – a routine shot since the 1960s. Doctors worry this trend extends beyond vacci

weather

Storm Spotters: How Michigan Teens Can Help Keep Communities Safe

March 21, 2026

Michigan’s weather can shift fast, and that fact hit home for Tabby Eldredge when a group of teens she led were caught in a sudden tornado warning while hiking. She used her scouting training to calm the kids and guide them back to safety, showing how quick action can save lives. The National Weath

education

California’s School System Needs a New Game Plan

March 21, 2026

California is the biggest and most varied state in America. That mix makes rules hard to make, because many groups want a say and none agree fast enough. Because of this, problems like homelessness, poverty, water shortages, and low school scores stay open for years. Students in California lag behi

science

Tulsi: An Ancient Herb That Modern Science Is Re‑examining

March 21, 2026

Holy basil, known as tulsi, has been part of South Asian healing for thousands of years. Today scientists are testing the claims that it can ease stress, balance blood sugar and even help fight disease. The plant’s leaves, stems and seeds contain eugenol, linolenic acid and other antioxidants that m

health

Parents Rejecting Baby Safety Shots: A Growing Concern

March 21, 2026

Doctors in hospitals across the country have noticed a worrying rise in newborns who skip routine safety shots such as vitamin K, the hepatitis‑B vaccine and eye ointment. A study of more than five million births showed that refusals of the vitamin K shot almost doubled from 2. 9 % in 2017 to 5. 2 %

politics

A New Voice for Autism Research in Washington

March 21, 2026

The Independent Autism Coordinating Committee, or I‑ACC, met for the first time in Washington, D. C. , offering a fresh take on autism science after recent changes to the federal Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee. The I‑ACC was formed quickly by researchers and advocates who felt the officia

health

Cultural Clues: Boosting Long‑Acting PrEP for Latino LGBTQ Men

March 21, 2026

Latino men who have sex with men across the United States encounter a higher chance of contracting HIV compared to other groups. Even though pre‑exposure prophylaxis, or PrEP, can cut HIV risk by more than half, many in this community still face obstacles that keep them from getting the medicatio

science

Scientists, Students and Climate Skeptics Publish Paper That Sparks Debate

March 20, 2026

A recent paper claims that the oceans are not warming and that climate science is flawed. The study was written by a clarinet teacher, a high school student and several climate skeptics. It uses data from the Argo program, a fleet of 4, 000 ocean floats that record temperature and salinity. The auth

education

Kids Explore Space and Shipwrecks During Spring Break at Two Museum Spots

March 20, 2026

The Great Lakes Children’s Museum is adding a second temporary location for the busy spring break season. From March 27 to April 4, visitors can go to a new space‑themed site in the Grand Traverse Mall. The setup lets kids build, experiment and ask questions about astronomy and other STEM topics in

entertainment

A Hidden Story Inside the Space Adventure

March 20, 2026

The newest hit on screen is often praised for its brilliant depiction of a lone scientist racing against time to save Earth. Yet, beyond the dazzling action and science talk, a quieter narrative thread quietly slips into the final frames. This subplot follows the leader of the mission, a woman nam