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Why We Need to Strengthen and Expand America’s Electric Grid

(NewsUSA) - Our nation’s power grid – the network that brings electricity from where it’s generated to where it’s used – is severely outdated. Most of America’s transmission lines are … more

NewsUSA | 7/7/25

Building a Clean Energy Economy Starts with Workforce Investment

(NewsUSA) - The path to a sustainable energy future hinges not only on wind, solar, and battery storage systems—but also on the skilled individuals who build, maintain, and operate them. A diverse, … more

NewsUSA | 7/7/25

Staying safe at home is easier when you’re properly equipped and prepared.

Outdoor Power Equipment Helps Weather A Storm or Power Outage

(NAPSI)—Storms are growing more powerful and frequent, so having the right outdoor power equipment on hand can help you weather it better, says the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI). Home … more

7/4/25

How single older men can stand out and find real love, according to a matchmaker

Exclusive Matchmaking reports that older men can find love by being authentic, avoiding scams, prioritizing compatibility, and embracing dating's joys. more

Megan DeMatteo for Exclusive Matchmaking | 7/3/25

What is a p-card? How to choose a purchasing card

Ramp reports that p-cards simplify business purchases for employees, offering better spending control and visibility while reducing manual tracking. more

Ashley Nguyen for Ramp | 7/3/25

How to pull off a catfish search like the MTV pros

Spokeo explores how the team behind MTV’s “Catfish” uncovers the identities of digital deviants and complex webs of scam artists’ deception, and how the show can be a valuable resource for avoiding and netting your own nasties. more

Dan Ketchum for Spokeo | 7/3/25

Extreme heat is becoming more common in the U.S. Here’s how to stay safe.

Healthbeat reports extreme heat is rising in the U.S., posing health risks, especially for vulnerable populations. Stay safe by hydrating and avoiding extreme temperatures. more

Eliza Fawcett for Healthbeat | 7/3/25

This city removed water fluoridation and is now reinstating it. Here’s what it cost residents.

Next City reports Calgary is reinstating water fluoridation after concerns over dental health rose post-removal, costing over $20 million. more

Cinnamon Janzer for Next City | 7/3/25

Before you head out on summer road trips, check your vehicle for recalls.

Check for Recalls to Get Road-trip Ready

(NAPSI)—When school years come to a close, many families hit the road for vacations, camps, and college visits. This makes summer an excellent time for drivers to do a routine check to make sure … more

7/3/25

Eco-anxiety in little kids? These early childhood teachers are on the case.

Chalkbeat reports that early childhood educators are addressing eco-anxiety by engaging kids in nature through hands-on activities and lessons on stewardship. more

Ann Schimke for Chalkbeat | 7/3/25

‘We’re still living with the aftermath’: Floridians brace for fresh hurricane season

Economic Hardship Reporting Project and The Guardian talk to Florida residents who have been impacted by increasingly strong and frequent hurricanes. more

Anthony Lamarr White for Economic Hardship Reporting Project and The Guardian | 7/3/25

What the REAL ID delay tells us about implementing proof-of-citizenship laws

Votebeat reports that delays in implementing REAL ID reveal potential challenges for proof-of-citizenship laws in voting, risking voter access. more

Jessica Huseman for Votebeat | 7/3/25

Uber’s new shuttles look suspiciously familiar to anyone who’s taken a bus

Grist reports Uber's new Route Share program resembles buses, raising concerns about its impact on transit systems and the environment. more

Sophie Hurwitz for Grist | 7/3/25

Uber’s new shuttles look suspiciously familiar to anyone who’s taken a bus

Grist reports Uber's new Route Share program resembles buses, raising concerns about its impact on transit systems and the environment. more

Sophie Hurwitz for Grist | 7/3/25

Family Meals Fill Hearts and Minds as Well as Plates

(NewsUSA) - Family Meals Nurture Civility and Connection at the TableWhether it’s laughing over spaghetti or tackling tough conversations, family meals offer more than just food. They foster … more

NewsUSA | 7/3/25

Invasive Asian carp are spreading up the Mississippi River system and already clog the Illinois River.

Invasive carp threaten the Great Lakes − and reveal a surprising twist in national politics

Democratic governors and President Donald Trump agree to fight an invasion of non-native fish that has spread up the Mississippi River and threatens the Great Lakes. more

Mike Shriberg, University of Michigan, The Conversation | 7/2/25

For some mental processes, humans and animals likely follow similar lines of thinking.

Humans and animals can both think logically − but testing what kind of logic they’re using is tricky

How researchers measure the logical reasoning of monkeys, pigeons, rats, fish and wasps shapes how they understand mental processes in animals − and in people. more

Olga Lazareva, Drake University, The Conversation | 7/2/25

Musician Jimmy Buffett and his wife, Jane Slagsvol, attend a Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts event in 2018 in New York.

Legal wrangling over estate of Jimmy Buffett turns his widow’s huge inheritance into a cautionary tale

Choosing the right person to manage the assets you leave behind can be just as important as selecting who will inherit your property. more

Reid Kress Weisbord, Rutgers University - Newark and Naomi Cahn, University of Virginia, The Conversation | 7/2/25

In Stephenson's novel 'The Diamond Age,' a device called the Young Lady's Illustrated Primer offers emotional, social and intellectual support.

AI is advancing even faster than sci-fi visionaries like Neal Stephenson imagined

Three recent developments in AI – in video games, wearable technology and education – suggest that building something like Stephenson’s Young Lady’s Illustrated Primer is possible. more

Rizwan Virk, Arizona State University, The Conversation | 7/2/25

5 ways to be more prepared this hurricane season

(BPT) - As this year's hurricane season gets underway, it's a good idea to make sure you've done everything you can to prepare your home and family for weather emergencies. Even if you've gotten … more

7/2/25