Commuters and local residents should prepare for significant travel disruptions this week as a series of road closures begins on Riverside Drive. The work, which focuses on milling the roadway, is scheduled to span from May 26 through May 28 between the Memorial Street Bridge and Beethoven Street. Did You Know? The project involves a … Read more
Beyond the Gym: The Quiet Evolution of Creatine as a Daily Wellness Staple For years, creatine was confined to the gym bag of the dedicated bodybuilder. It was the “secret weapon” for those chasing explosive power, heavy lifts, and rapid muscle recovery. But in 2026, the narrative has shifted. Creatine is no longer just for … Read more
Comedian and author Laura Clery recently shared a harrowing experience that serves as a sobering reminder of home safety: a 600-pound refrigerator fell on her, pinning her against a kitchen island. While Clery escaped without broken bones, the incident highlights a critical, often overlooked aspect of home maintenance and appliance installation. The Hidden Danger of … Read more
Beyond the Trend: The Future of Fermented Foods in Your Daily Routine In the digital age, health trends often arrive with a roar and disappear just as quickly. From neon-colored powders to extreme temperature therapy, wellness influencers are constantly pushing the next “miracle” fix. Yet, amidst this noise, one category of food has proven its … Read more
Mental Health, Homelessness, and the Criminal Justice System: Future Trends and What They Mean for Society The intersection of mental health, homelessness, and the criminal justice system is one of the most pressing—and often overlooked—challenges of our time. As Dr. Keith Roach’s recent column highlights, odd behaviors that lead to arrests are often symptoms of … Read more
The End of the Volunteer Era: Why Rural Recycling is Vanishing For decades, the local recycling center was a community staple—often run by a dedicated group of volunteers, like the St. Johns Lions Club, who turned discarded newspapers and tin cans into funds for local baseball fields and band shells. But the landscape is shifting. … Read more
The Pendulum of Perfection: From Curves Back to the ‘Thin Ideal’ For decades, the cultural needle of “beauty” has swung violently. In the ’90s, the world was captivated by the “heroin chic” aesthetic, a period defined by extreme thinness and fueled by diet pills like Redux and fen-phen. Eventually, that era was eclipsed by a … Read more
The Hidden Cost of Convenience: How Ultra-Processed Foods Are Impacting Muscle Health For decades, the focus on the dangers of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) centered on weight gain, heart disease and diabetes. But a growing body of research, including a recent study published in Radiology, reveals a more insidious consequence: a decline in muscle health. This … Read more
Alex Duong’s Passing Highlights a Rising Concern: Rare Cancers in Younger Adults The recent death of actor and comedian Alex Duong at the age of 42 from alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare and aggressive cancer, underscores a growing, yet often overlooked, trend: an increase in rare cancer diagnoses among younger adults. While cancer is often associated … Read more
I.C.E. Robotics Gears Up for World Championships: A Glimpse into the Future of Robotics The I.C.E. Robotics team is preparing to compete at the world championships, as highlighted in a recent practice session on March 25, 2026. This event isn’t just a showcase of current robotic skills; it’s a window into the rapidly evolving world … Read more