I like to think of the Pittsburgh Steelers as the song, “The Middle” by Jimmy Eat World. In a world where we throw the phrase “mid” around a lot, the Steelers have embodied the word for approximately five years. Their entire M.O. has been to be good enough to steal…
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The Top 10% Are Fueling The Climate Crisis: Wealthiest People Linked To Most Extreme Weather Events, Study Finds
A new study published in Nature Climate Change demonstrates that the richest individuals disproportionately contribute to climate extremes. The analysis shows that only 10% of the global population accounts for the majority of emissions, leading to heatwaves, droughts, and other extreme events that impact millions of lives worldwide. What Happened:…
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Popular Energy-Saving Program Gets Axed—Here’s What That Means for Your Bills
Image Source: 123rf.com For over three decades, the Energy Star program has helped consumers save money on their utility bills by identifying energy-efficient appliances. But now, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has announced plans to shut down the program as part of a broader agency reorganization. What Was Energy Star?…
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Navigating COPPA Compliance: A Security-Focused Guide for K-12 and Libraries
The Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) is a federal law designed to protect the online privacy of children under 13. For schools and libraries, complying with COPPA is essential—not only to meet legal obligations but also to safeguard the privacy and security of young users in today’s digital world.…
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How To Talk To Your Doctor About GLP-1s: A Conversation Guide
Weight loss has always been a complex topic, physically, emotionally, and socially. But in recent years, it has entered an entirely new chapter. With the rise of GLP-1 medications, such as semaglutide and liraglutide, the narrative has shifted from diets and willpower to hormones and biology. Developed initially for managing…
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Fine Robusta at the Philippine Coffee Expo
MANILA — Award-winning, single origin, bright and fruity… are words that aren’t exclusive to Arabica beans, especially when we’re talking about Fine Robusta. Usually grown in flat, expansive lowlands, Robusta is known for its rich, earthy, intense flavors. Nurtured and harvested in higher elevations, Arabica yields fruity flavors and lower…
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Hospitals’ mental health units rely heavily on Medicaid. Deep cuts could spark more closures : Shots
Spencer Hospital CEO Brenda Tiefenthaler (second from left) vows to maintain the facility’s mental health services, with help from behavioral health services director Kerri Dandy (left), nursing director Jen Dau (third from left) and outreach navigator Jill Barr. Tony Leys/KFF Health News hide caption toggle caption Tony Leys/KFF Health News…
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North Carolina Community College System Partners with Goldman Sachs to Support Rural Entrepreneurs
The North Carolina Community College System announced it is partnering with Goldman Sachs to launch the 10,000 Small Businesses initiative across the state. The effort is part of Goldman Sachs’ $100 million national Investment in Rural Communities, aimed at bolstering small business growth and economic development. For more than 15…
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Dekalb County CEO Is Set To Give State Of The County Address
by Kandiss Edwards May 8, 2025 Dekalb County’s first Black-woman CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson set to give her first State of the County address. Dekalb County CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson is set to present her inaugural State of the County address. May 8, the event, themed “Mission Possible: Dekalb Reimagined,” will highlight…
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Las Vegas Aces cut Harvard star, veteran center as WNBA teams trim rosters
The Las Vegas Aces have cut two players after their latest preseason game — rookie guard Harmoni Turner and veteran forward Queen Egbo. Turner was the Aces’ third-round pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft; she was the 34th overall pick after a standout career at Harvard in which she averaged…