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The costume maker who convinced Hersheypark to embrace candy mascots and ‘chocolatize’ their old-timey theme park

Hersheypark underwent a total transformation in the 1970s, when candy mascots and thrill rides replaced barn animals and old-timey recreations of Tudor England.

1776’s Declaration of Independence inspired Washington’s troops to fight against the odds – and also helped bring in powerful allies

The Declaration of Independence isn’t just a philosophical breakup letter. It was a strategic move to secure vital support for America after its first declaration of war.

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Former Tosa cop Mensah given $95,000 in PTSD claim

The Wauwatosa Common Council approved a $95,000 settlement on Tuesday night for Joseph Mensah, the former Wauwatosa police officer who killed three people while on duty during his five years on the force. The settlement stemmed from a workers compensation claim for PTSD. The city said that Mensah filed the claim a few years ago, […]

Thousands of immigrants in Maryland to lose Medicaid coverage under H.R. 1

Treatments for cancer, diabetes and other conditions could be disrupted for up to 4,500 Maryland residents who will no longer qualify for Medicaid under a federal rule that takes effect Thursday that will disqualify people for Medicaid based on immigration status.

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Ontario is reviving its threat to cut electricity exports to the US. What does that mean?

The Narwhal reports Ontario Premier Doug Ford threatens to cut electricity exports to the U.S. amid trade tensions, affecting 1.5 …

Americans are relocating less than ever, but still frustrated by packing

Closets by Design reports that Americans are moving less than ever, with only 11% relocating in 2024.

Proposed Roadless Rule rescission could hurt rural economies

The Daily Yonder reports that in August 2026, the Trump administration proposed rescinding the Roadless Rule, risking 45 million acres …

Healthcare and insurance rules for 8 investor-residence programs

Golden Visa Lawyers reports on healthcare requirements for eight investor-residence programs, highlighting the need for private …

A 1917 silent film about a deadly factory fire was lost for over a century. It just resurfaced.

UL Research Institutes reports on the rediscovery of the 1917 silent film "An Unbeliever Convinced," revealing its impact on …

The cannabis industry’s trafficked workforce

The Economic Hardship Reporting Project and High Country News report on how Chinese immigrants are trafficked into New Mexico's marijuana farms, facing exploitation and harsh conditions.

Keeping first responders connected during wildfires

AT&T reports wildfires are increasing in frequency and severity, emphasizing the need for reliable communication for first responders during emergencies.

Paleontologists uncover a new ‘Spinosaurus’ species by following a clue from a decades-old book into the Sahara Desert

The hunt for a mythicized fossil hot spot took a team of researchers on a journey through the Sahara Desert.

Bank of Greece paper suggests Golden Visa reform shifted property activity nearby

Aegalis reports that a Bank of Greece study reveals that changes to the Golden Visa thresholds have reshaped property transaction patterns in Greece.

Why Michelangelo’s ‘Last Judgment’ endures

The artist used daring imagery that sparked controversy from the moment it was unveiled.

NASA’s Artemis II crewed mission to the Moon shows how US space strategy has changed since Apollo – and contrasts with China’s closed program

Today, there aren’t just two countries competing to get to the Moon. More countries have space programs, and private industry plays …

Can shoes alter your mind? What neuroscience says about foot sensation and focus

Your feet can send a lot of sensory information to your brain. But whether you believe that your footwear is affecting your cognition …

How fire, people and history shaped the South’s iconic longleaf pine forests

One of North America’s richest ecosystems, sustained and shaped by Native peoples before European contact, nearly disappeared. A …

How the polar vortex and warm ocean are intensifying a major US winter storm

The atmosphere is a complicated place. Warm temperatures in one spot can contribute to brutally cold storms somewhere else.