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MrBeast has named his first chief marketing officer
YouTube star MrBeast's company named Michelle St. Jacques to the role, an expansion of her duties leading Feastables.
The ‘Borges protein’ reveals how to alleviate age-related memory loss
A monumental study involving millions of fruit flies shows that the same type of proteins associated with neurodegenerative diseases are involved in forming memories, and points to how to protect them in old age
Mass Effect Studio Shut Down Because EA “Chose to Invest in Star Wars” Instead
Mass Effect was going toe-to-toe with Battlefront.
Study links Chicago school closures to rise in neighborhood shootings
A study found a 10.2% increase in shootings near 50 Chicago schools closed in 2013. Reusing vacant school buildings appeared to mitigate the increase.
Darren Paltrowitz brings entertainment experience to Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library
Long Beach resident Darren Paltrowitz is using his entertainment journalism and podcasting experience to develop creative programming for young adults at the Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, connecting local communities with new ideas, cultural experiences and unexpected topics.
Will daylight saving time ever become permanent? Health experts hope not
Clocks turn back an hour this weekend. A new study warns that year-round daylight saving time would mean millions more dark school commutes, with greater risk of deadly crashes.
Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune will probably destroy each other after the sun runs out of fuel, new simulations hint
The outer solar system will descend into chaos just a few billion years after the sun exhausts its fuel — much sooner than scientists previously thought, a new study suggests.
Giving Back for October
Giving Back recognizes businesses and organizations that are helping our communities. Here’s a look at who gave back for October.
Why Jordan Watford is back at Queens for year 2
Coveted by high-majors, Jordan Watford returns to Queens to improve his game.
How future Navy Officers survive "First Tuesday" at OCS
On their first day of training, all aspiring officers in US Navy Officer Candidate School must endure a punishing gauntlet known as "First Tuesday."
Chumash Museum Series Features Artist Raymond Ventura Sr.
Artist Raymond Ventura Sr. blends his artwork with his Chumash culture. (Santa Ynez Chumash Museum) The Santa Ynez Chumash Museum and Cultural Center will
Sports’ Top Dealmakers on Stage at Sportico’s Invest New York
Steve Greenberg, Gregg Lemkau and Rob Tilliss will join New York Islanders co-owner Jon Ledecky for an inside look at the transactions, valuations and investment strategies reshaping the sports industry. As professional sports franchises command record valuations and institutional investors seek a greater foothold in the industry, the business of buying, selling and financing teams …
Norway turns to toilet humor after Trump bashes Scandinavian country
Norway has turned to a bit of toilet humor in response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent comments insulting the Scandinavian country and the Nobel Peace Prize.
What elite athletes can teach us about the future of healthcare
Olympic athletes, a Hopkins sports medicine doctor, and healthcare tech startup founders weigh in.
What elite athletes can teach us about the future of healthcare
Olympic athletes, a Hopkins sports medicine doctor, and healthcare tech startup founders weigh in.
Nintendo cancels Kirby Air Riders Halloween event
Nintendo recently started up a new Halloween event for Kirby Air Riders, but it has now been cancelled. The main menu and Paddock took on a special Halloween theme. During the event, players could earn event points to unlock Halloween-themed materials and cosmetics, including a ghost hat. Unfortunately, players quickly noticed that the Kirby Air Riders Halloween event was very...
Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark leaving on Jan. 31
Brett Yormark is stepping down as commissioner of the Big 12, effective on Jan.31, 2027, the conference announced on Friday.Yormark, who became the league's fifth commissioner in 2022, plans to take another job outside of college sports, per multiple reports.
Will Wade Has Put Himself In A Hilarious Situation
Will Wade has put himself between a rock and a hard place.
Live Science readers respond to whether AI is making them lazy
Live Science polled its readers on whether they have experienced AI making them lazier
This Couple Turned a Macabre Hobby — Writing to Serial Killers — Into a ‘Skyrocketing’ Business: ‘People Are Fascinated By Death’
Cathee Shultz and JD Healy give their customers an up-close look at death.
Florida State's defensive keys vs Clemson
Here are the defensive keys for Florida State on Saturday night as they face a Clemson offense that struggles to score.
An introspective Kirk Franklin is no longer apologizing with 'I Am What I Am' album
Kirk Franklin is back with his new album, "I Am What I Am," out Friday. His 14th studio project and first double album, 14 tracks are divided between contemporary music and traditional, live-recorded...
The Sweet Science Behind Halloween Candy
Halloween candy is more than just a sugary treat. It’s a fascinating lesson in science. Food scientist, YouTuber, and author Abbey Thiel joins us to reveal the surprising secrets.
Patrick Stewart found 'Star Trek' fame but always returned to Shakespeare and the stage
Before he captained the Starship Enterprise, Patrick Stewart commanded the Shakespearean stage | WBBM Newsradio 780 AM & 105.9 FM
Patrick Stewart Found 'Star Trek' Fame but Always Returned to Shakespeare and the Stage
LONDON (AP) — Before he captained the Starship Enterprise, Patrick Stewart commanded the Shakespearean stage. And it was the stage to which he returned time and again, even after “Star Trek: The Next Generation” and “X-Men” made him a Hollywood star. The theater was where Stewart felt at home, and ...
A-State receives $2.6 million grant to research, improve animal health
Arkansas State University has been awarded $2.6 million grant for agriculture research and to improve animal health in the Mississippi River Delta region.
Wisconsin residents will have the opportunity to enroll in individual health insurance coverage through HealthCare.gov
Starting November 1, Wisconsin residents will have the opportunity to enroll in individual health insurance coverage through HealthCare.gov .
Michigan State's Exhibition Losses: Good or Bad?
Early stumbles against UConn and Marquette have Spartan fans on edge. Discover how Tom Izzo’s grueling schedule turns exhibition adversity into a strategic blueprint for Big Ten dominance.
Kings crop value up 10.8%
The value of all crops produced in Kings County in 2025 climbed 10.8% to $2.58 billion, County Agriculture Commissioner Jimmy Hooks reported to the Kings County Board of Supervisors this
Kurt Allen Band 'Rockin' the Blues USA 2026 Tour' set for Sc...
The Kurt Allen Band brings its “Rockin’ the Blues USA 2026 Tour” to Scout Hall on Nov. 6, featuring blues-rock, vintage soul and Bayou funk.
How “Zombie Bacteria” Keep Making DNA Even When They’re Dead
Anyone looking for last-minute costume ideas for Halloween, we’ve got you sorted.
'Spider-Man' Remains Atop Weekly U.K. Home Entertainment Sales Chart Through Oct. 30
Sony’s Spider-Man: Brand New Day continues its reign atop of the Official Film Chart, securing a third consecutive week at No. 1 on the U.K. home entertainment sales chart in its third week of release. Amazon MGM Studios’ Masters of the Universe bowed No. 2 in its debut. Nicholas Galitzine takes on the role of … Continue reading "‘Spider-Man’ Remains Atop Weekly U.K. Home Entertainment Sales Chart Through Oct. 30"
A midterm crossroads for both parties eyeing the beginning of the end of the Trump era
The nation’s major political parties are at a crossroads. Win or lose Tuesday, the end of the 2026 midterms marks the beginning of a high-stakes fight over the direction of the Republican and Democratic parties as the Trump era nears its end.
Squish, stretch, sell: Michiana 8th grader turns custom toy business into viral hit
Lexi Long launched Slime & Squish to fund a class trip to D.C. — now her creations have garnered millions of views online.
What’s in Your Vape Cart in 2026?
Recent studies showing heavy metal contamination in cannabis vape carts illustrate the need for additional testing and regulatory guidelines.
Adames to face Welshman Warburton in non-title bout
WBC middleweight world champion Carlos Adames makes his Zuffa Boxing debut against Welshman Gerome Warburton on Saturday, 14 November.
Trump adds weekend rallies back after canceling a day earlier
The president will travel to Iowa and Kansas on Sunday after spending Friday and Saturday in Florida.
Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark stepping down after college football season ends
Big 12 Conference commissioner Brett Yormark is stepping down from his role at the conclusion of the college football season, according to two sources briefed on Yormark’s decision. One of those sources told The Athletic that Yormark’s next steps will be outside of college sports. “When I accepted this job, my goal was to put this conference on an upward trajectory and truly believe the future of the conference could not be in better shape,” Yormark said in a release Friday. “The next commission
Gen Z doesn’t think their degrees will land them work anymore, so they’re becoming their own bosses instead—and these college towns are thriving
As AI upends the job market, exclusive GoDaddy data finds a new wave of entrepreneurial activity taking root in some lesser-known college towns.
Penn State vs. Purdue: Three Keys to Victory
Penn State returns to Beaver Stadium Saturday to host 3-4 Purdue. Will this be the Nittany Lions' first Big Ten win of the season, or will the Boilermakers snap a 22-year-long losing streak against the blue and white? If Penn State hopes to turn the four-game losing streak into an 8-4 season, the former must …
'Star Trek's' William Shatner and George Takei honor the death of Walter Koenig
'Rest well, my dear friend. Keep navigating a steady course.'
Jay Craven: When Sandman Sims Came To Town
I was taking down my podcast set-up at the Co-op last Saturday when I saw pioneering St. Johnsbury bookseller Caroline Demaio, my longest running friend in the Northeast Kingdom. She
Jensen Ackles and Justin Hartley reunite for mysterious new mission in ‘Tracker’ clip (exclusive)
Jensen Ackles will make his much-anticipated return as Russell Shaw and team up with Justin Hartley’s Colter Shaw in the Nov. 1 episode of ‘Tracker.’
NASA's trailblazing Swift telescope will go out in a blaze of glory
Designed to study the powerful outbursts, the Swift Observatory quickly contributed to a wide range of discoveries. Now, it's about to meet a fiery fate.
Nearly 30% of US adults admit to lying about or exaggerating their symptoms to get antibiotics from doctors, survey finds
In two new surveys, U.S. adults report lying to their doctors and their children's doctors about symptoms in hopes of being prescribed antibiotics.
Giovanni Carnevali sends stern message to underperforming Juventus squad
Luciano Spalletti has ordered Juventus players to attend a training retreat as the club attempts to address their disappointing run of form. Sporting director Giovanni Carnevali has also delivered a s...
Essentia Health hosting holiday fundraisers
If you want to get a jump on your holiday shopping and help support a good cause, Essentia Health is offering two fundraising opportunities in the Twin Ports in early November.
5 Questions With: Kristen Fitzpatrick, Harvard Business School's Senior Managing Director Of Career & Professional Development
HBS’s Kristen Fitzpatrick explains how coaching, alumni connections, and AI help MBA students navigate today’s job market.
Ozarks Senior Gets Front-Row Seat to Guatemalan Politics
A passion for politics and public service took University of the Ozarks senior Gabriel Mendoza of Guatemala straight to the halls of his home country’s Congress this past summer, where he gained a firsthand look at the legislative process through a unique internship opportunity. Mendoza, a triple major in business management, psychology and political science, […]
Jason Robertson’s Future Stands Between Dallas and Dylan Larkin
Pierre LeBrun says the Dallas Stars have their own contract clock to beat before Dylan Larkin. #RedWings
Pope Leo makes history in US election with move confirmed by Vatican
Pope Leo XIV requested a mail ballot from Vatican City to vote in Illinois' midterm elections, potentially the first pope to vote in a U.S. election.
Great Lakes Sports & Entertainment Network to air MSU Hockey game Saturday
No. 4 Michigan State will play No. 8 North Dakota on Saturday night in the 2026 U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame Game in Austin, Texas, and there’s a new way to watch.
Reproductive Rights Left on the Table: Senator Cappelletti Reflects on Unfinished Business as Legislative Session Concludes
Harrisburg – October 30, 2026 – The Pennsylvania Senate recessed last Wednesday, October 22, with only two additional session days scheduled through the end of the 2026-2027 legislative session. As the chamber recessed—currently controlled by Republicans—the Senate left hundreds of bills on the table, including several that would advance reproductive freedoms in the Commonwealth. Senator Amanda M. Cappelletti (D-17, Delaware/Montgomery) said many of these state-level protections are critical for Pennsylvanians as Republicans in Washington continue to dismantle the nation’s healthcare infrastructure. “Wrapping up this legislative session and looking ahead to next Tuesday, access to abortion care is at the very top of my mind. I’m deeply disturbed that the majority party in our chamber was once again unwilling to come to the table and move lifesaving legislation that would protect basic healthcare in Pennsylvania,” said Senator Cappelletti, who served as the Director of Policy for Planned Parenthood Pennsylvania Advocates prior to her time in the legislature. Senator Cappelletti has proposed several bills to address reproductive healthcare, and three proposals to protect abortion care were left on the table for the third session in a row since she introduced them. On November 30, 2026, all legislative proposals not signed into law […]
‘Play-Doh With Margo’: New YouTube Series Encourages Preschoolers to Get Creative
Hasbro's new YouTube series Play-Doh with Margo is squishy fun and benefits children's creativity and development.
Milan and Juventus set sights on Ghilardi
Daniele Ghilardi is carving out an increasingly important place for himself in Gian Piero Gasperini’s pecking order. After a season with few chances, the 2003-born defender has begun to find greater...
Michigan Teachers Head Back to School for Science of Reading Training
In 2010, Karlee Little attended Central Michigan University to learn how to teach elementary school. Now a veteran teacher, she’s back in the classroom as a student. Little, like so many Michigan teac...
Cash flow management gets real-time data for lending
Cash flow management is moving into lending as Intuit uses real-time QuickBooks data to grow loans from $400 million to nearly $7 billion.
iOS 27.2 adds new Find My feature at just the right time
iOS 27.2 is officially here, and it includes a welcome addition for the Find My app: support for finding a lost Apple TV 4K remote.
Young students give new teachers infections; the daylight saving time debate; circadian depression; plus other stories with Vanderbilt Health sources
William Schaffner, MD, Professor of Preventive Medicine, was quoted by several news outlets about public health issues, including: Axios Nashville (flu season beginning early); Prevention (how long does norovirus last?); Education Week (how young students make new teachers sick). AAMC News posted a story about the debate about whether to eliminate the twice-yearly time change, and, if so, whether to permanently stay on standard or daylight time. Beth Malow, MD, director of the Vanderbilt Sleep Center, is quoted in the piece. A Men’s Health story on circadian depression, a type of depression caused by an out-of-synch internal clock in the brain, quotes Aaron Brinen, PsyD, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. Michael Lester, MD, Assistant Professor of Medicine, was quoted in a Medscape story about treating chronic bronchitis with bronchial rheoplasty. Shravani Durbhakula, MD, Associate Professor of Anesthesiology, was quoted in a CNN piece about the drug cychlorphine. Art Dalley, PhD, Professor of Cell and Developmental Biology, emeritus, was quoted in a story in The Guardian about anatomical donation. The National Multiple Sclerosis Society quoted Subramaniam Sriram, MBBS, Professor of Neurology and Director of the Vanderbilt Multiple Sclerosis Center, in a story on its website about the differences in brain and spinal cord lesions in MS. (Note: some links may require registration or subscription)
Boston University hosting annual pumpkin drop from science building
Boston University on Friday is hosting its annual pumpkin drop, during which students hurl more than 30 pumpkins 70 feet off the roof of the Metcalf Science Center to the plaza below.
Spring meteorite part of new Houston Museum of Natural Science exhibit
A mysterious explosion in Spring is now an exhibit at the Houston Museum of Natural Science.
APEC Business Travel Card Validity Extended
To facilitate business travel within the Asia-Pacific region, China has extended the maximum permitted stay for APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC) holders in China from 60 days to 90 days, effective November 1, 2026. The ABTC provides significant advantages for business travelers from participating Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation economies. With the ABTC, cardholders can travel freely between member countries without the need to obtain individual business visas for each trip, which greatly reduces the time, cost and administrative burden associated with frequent cross-border travel. Additionally, they benefit from expedited immigration processing, including access to special lanes at airports, although the level of convenience and border clearance infrastructure may differ depending on the country. The card is typically valid for five years, minimizing the need for frequent visa renewals. Furthermore, business travelers are vetted and pre-approved before the card is issued, ensuring smoother entry procedures upon arrival.
How Election Day can affect your heart
Political campaigns can do more than raise your blood pressure. Studies link election stress to irregular heartbeats and an increase in heart attacks.
Goodwill Seemingly Has No Clue It's Selling a Previously Unknown Leica Prototype Lens
What a crazy thing to have at Goodwill.
Sunday Science Program at A Church
The Central Colorado Humanists’ Sunday Science program will feature a talk on “Aircraft Design and Operation for Safety” at 9am A Church at 419 D Street i
Kansas City has multiple marquee concerts in November. Here are 6 you can attend
Country and rock highlight Kansas City’s November concerts.
Keeneland Race Course hosts top thoroughbred horses in Breeders' Cup
The 2026 Breeders’ Cup World Championships is set for Keeneland Race Course in Kentucky for its annual two-day series. Here is what to know.
Exclusive Preview: The Lab Press releases portable editions, including SUPER SCIENCE VOL. 1
The Lab Press launches portables of ogns like Super Science Volume 1 that keep the quality of their signature designs intact
How Jewish teens in Colorado are finding their political voices before they can vote
Whether volunteering for candidates or speaking up about antisemitism, students say they don’t need a vote to make a difference.
Scientists Are Helping Blind People See Again by Turning Other Eye Cells Into Light Sensors
Nobel-winning science is helping people see again, and it started with algae.
Ad featuring Democrat’s estranged mother is off the air in Ohio
Ramaswamy said during a campaign appearance in Vandalia, Ohio, on Thursday that the ad’s planned run was over.
Giants Reveal Potential Jaxson Dart Return Date
Had someone told New York Giants fans that the team would be leading the division entering Week 8 of the NFL season, the logical assumption a fan might have had is that quarterback Jaxson Dart had taken the next step in his development and cemented himself as the future of the franchise.Instead, it’s been a […] The post Giants Reveal Potential Jaxson Dart Return Date appeared first on HEAVY.
Motorola is officially launching its Signature 27 flagship next week
Motorola has officially confirmed that it will spill all of the details on its flagship Signature 27 phone next week....
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Pennsylvania on Election Day
In Pennsylvania, three races for U.S. House seats currently held by Republicans are being closely watched for their potential to turn blue. In those three key races, President Donald Trump
General Dynamics tops quarterly estimates on robust Gulfstream, marine bookings
Oct 30 (Reuters) - General Dynamics on Friday beat Wall Street expectations for third-quarter profit and revenue on strong bookings in its Gulfstream business jet and shipbuilding units, sending the defense contractor's shares up about 4% before the bell.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Minnesota on Election Day
Minnesota voters will elect a new governor and new senator Tuesday after retirement announcements by two prominent Democrats caused a reshuffling throughout the ballot. Voters will also decide races for
Cuban market brings new grocery option to Sioux Falls
A new Cuban market has opened as the owner hopes to bring the culture and tastes of his home country to Sioux Falls.
SLOPAGANDA! How to combat MAGA’s AI manipulation POISONING politics
Slopaganda has spread far and wide in the midterm elections, and there’s only one question: Can it be stopped? Brandy Zadrozny, a senior enterprise reporter for MS NOW, provides answers in the latest episode of The Deep End, a digital video series about how disinformation is changing your world — from politics to health to culture. Her investigation covers the rise of AI-generated propaganda and President Trump’s enthusiastic embrace of it, the shadowy operatives who used it to swing an election in Florida, and Brandy’s own slopaganda experiment that shows why AI technology is in desperate need of guardrails that protect voters and democracy itself.
WeWork CEO explains what it takes to fix a damaged company coming out of bankruptcy
As part of Business Insider's The Long Play, John Santora shared what it takes to turn a damaged company into one built to last
The Result of Dissatisfaction Is Endless Political Deadlock
From France to Brazil, voters are railing against the status quo, even as the politics of disenchantment make lasting change nearly impossible.
James Gunn would ‘bend over backwards’ to bring Margot Robbie back as Harley Quinn
The DC Studios co-head, who was Robbie’s director on “The Suicide Squad,” fears the actress may have moved onto other things.
Minnesota Carlson Moments: Why Mental Health Matters in College
A senior shares how she overcame stress and doubt as a transfer student
Early voting jumps across Senate battlegrounds as millions more Americans vote ahead of Election Day
Early voting is surging ahead of Tuesday’s midterm elections, particularly in states with competitive Senate races.
Science Begins With Wonder and Sometimes With a Salamander.
The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by the Don & Beth Straus Center at Birch Bay Village. BAR HARBOR—The children had come to see the axolotls, those odd little salamanders with pink frills around their heads and the remarkable ability to grow back what they lose. But also there were stickers. There were crafts. There was the kind of excitement that makes a roomful of kindergarteners forget, for a little while, that sitting still is ever a requirement. And then there were the animals themselves, alive in their clear cases at the MDI Biological Laboratory, where 12 children from Pemetic Elementary School got to meet the creatures they had been learning about in class. “Do you love them?” their teacher, Carol Null, asked. The answer came back in a chorus. “I do!” “I do!” “I do too,” Null said, smiling. “I love them even more now.” That was the thing about a day at the lab. Science was no longer a picture in a book, or a word on a classroom wall. It had a face, a tail, and a set of extraordinary powers. And for a child, sometimes that is where wonder begins. Sometimes learning about science is about stickers. Sometimes it’s about bright pink feathers and getting super excited about that glow in the dark. Sometimes learning about science is joy—pure and simple joy. That’s how it was October 28 at the MDI Bio Lab as Miss Hannah (known in the lab as Dr. Hannah Lust, director of STEM, undergraduate and graduate Training), other scientists, graduate students, and MDI Bio Lab staff, hosted 12 students from Carol Null’s Pemetic Elementary School’s kindergarten class. The 2.5-hour program created by Dr. Lust focused on axolotls, a species of mole salamanders, a superhero in the animal world: a superhero with some scientific-study worthy superpowers. One of those superpowers come from the axolotls’ ability to regenerate body parts, including entire limbs. But also, they’re cute. This fall, before coming to the internationally renowned lab nestled in Salsbury Cove, Null has been integrating axolotls into her class. They’ve been part of the kids’ vocabulary and their storytelling. They’ve been part of science. They’ve been part of the children’s learning about facts vs opinions. The Pemetic Elementary kindergarten students learn about invasive species and the impact on the ecology and one student related it to their dad, who lobsters, and his worries about green craps, an invasive species in Maine. “Are they bigger or smaller than you thought they’d be?” the children are asked after the scientists show them multiple see-through cases of axolotls, lined up on a table that they’re told not to jiggle. “Bigger!” “I think they’re bigger.” “Smaller!” The bio lab opening its doors to the collaborations and to students and families is a norm, but this is the first program of this kind. It’s meant to encourage kindergarten students about axolotls. But when the students come to the bio lab something else happens too—something beyond Null’s child-focused teaching—the students see science—and the regenerating creatures in real life. They do crafts. They speak with them. They meet people who know all about them: scientists and educators who talk to the kids like they’re equals. That’s a superhero power, too. Null speaks about meeting the kids where they’re at in her classroom, letting their interest and hearts lead her in their learning. That requires recognition of interests, of individuality, of empathy. Some would argue that’s a super power, too, but it’s also in those 12 students as they listen to the storybook, encounter those live axolotls, and hear about how axolotls might help advance society’s understanding of human health. As Eddie Seckeler (comparative animal models, CORE facility manager), carefully puts the axolotls on a cart and rolls them away, some of the children stop what they’re doing to watch. “Bye axolotls.” “Bye!” “Bye!” The axolotls are not just images in a book, Hello, I’m an axolotl by Hayley and John Rocco; they are real and cool. MDI Biological Laboratory scientists Dr. Prayag Murawala and Dr. James Godwin who both feature in the Roccos’ book. The kindergarteners get to meet them in real life, off the page, in the world, doing science. They learn from them, laugh with them. “The visit is about more than meeting an unusual animal. By introducing children to scientists working in their own community, the experience helps make science tangible and accessible. Students can see that science is not just something they read about in books or learn about at school. It is something real people do every day by asking questions, making observations and working to understand how the world works,” explains MDI Biological Laboratory Director of Communications Rebecca Woods. While the students make axolotl-related crafts around tables, graduate students and staff help out. Ryan holds up his construction paper setting and axolotl to show Omar Maged, a graduate student. “Do you like it?” Ryan asks, eyes wide, turning from his axolotl to look up at Omar. Omar studies the construction paper for a moment, smiles and says definitively, each word important. “It is beautiful.” Null says that she’s so thankful for all the “amazing” community partners that her school and her students get to interact with as they learn and grow and live, but emphasized how the MDI Bio Lab goes out of its way to create something meaningful, something that allows her young students to build their own agency, to know that they can be impactful in their community, to show them how how things they learn about in text is connected to themselves and their community. Woods explains, “Axolotls have an extraordinary ability to regenerate, or regrow, certain body parts, including limbs. Scientists study these animals to understand how regeneration works and what their biology might teach us about tissue repair and healing in humans.” The children enter the space for “a memorable introduction to a big scientific question,” Woods said. “How can some animals regrow body parts? The encounter encourages children to look closely, wonder about what they see and begin to understand how scientists use observations and experiments to investigate questions.” “For the students, the visit is an opportunity to explore a fascinating animal and meet scientists in their own community,” Woods explains. “For MDI Biological Laboratory, it is a chance to share the excitement of research, nurture curiosity, and help young learners discover that science begins with asking questions.“ At the beginning of the school year, Pemetic kindergarteners didn’t know what the axolotl was—at least not exactly—now they know all about the axolotl’s life cycle. “It’s different than a butterfly,” one student told Mrs. Null. It is. The change and knowledge might seem small**,** but it offers a glimpse of what happens when a subject moves beyond the pages of a book and into a child’s world. The children have been learning about butterflies at the Charlotte Rhoades Park and Butterfly Garden. At both the garden and the MDI Bio Lab, the children see the animals, meet the scientists who study them and at the lab encounter a question that researchers are still working to answer: how can some creatures regenerate body parts, and what might that teach us about healing in humans? They leave with gift bags, paper-plate salamanders, new things to wonder about and a connection between the science they learn in school and the work happening in their own community. The axolotls may be remarkable for their ability to grow back what they have lost. For these young students, the day offers something different: a chance to discover how much there is to ask, observe, and imagine. When Null’s students had time to use chalk and draw whatever they want, in the beginning of the year, they drew rainbows. Now? They’re using that chalk and choosing to draw axolotls instead. About MDI Bio Laboratory For more than 125 years, MDI Bio Lab has been a center for training and research in comparative biology. In the last two decades its biomedical research has focused on aging, regeneration, and environmental toxins. The Laboratory houses 11 research groups staffed by an international team of world-class scientists and graduate students. It also leads a statewide network of colleges, universities and research institutions that collaborate to provide training, research experiences and financial support to help young Mainers play a bigger role in today’s biomedical revolution. Located on Maine’s rugged coast, the Laboratory’s 100+ acre campus houses research facilities, cottages and dorms that house visiting scientists and students. It is also home to MDI Bioscience, a subsidiary working to design innovative techniques to speed the drug discovery process. The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Rick Osann Art. LINKS TO LEARN MORE NIH INBRE MDI BIOLOGICAL LABORATORY Pemetic Elementary School Hello, I’m an Axolotl Photos: Carrie Jones/Bar Harbor Story HELP SUPPORT THE BAR HARBOR STORY When we started The Bar Harbor Story, we didn’t know if anyone would read it. But you showed up. You shared. You sent tips. Now—over 400,000 views every month later—it’s clear: people here care about their community and each other. We’ve kept everything free because news should never be out of reach, but every one of our stories takes time to write, and your support keeps The Bar Harbor Story going. If you value our work, please consider a paid subscription, a founding membership, or a sponsorship. It truly helps us cover one more meeting, tell one more story, shine one more light. Even $5 a month makes a difference. Click here to become a one-time supporter now. Thank you so much for being here. Founding member information can be found here. Have questions about sponsorships? 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Roma among clubs interested in Lisandro Martinez
Roma are also looking to England to strengthen their defense. Among the names linked to the Giallorossi is Lisandro Martinez, the Argentine center-back from Manchester United, whose future at Old Traf...
Wall Street Journal columnist visits FSU, talks post-midterm politics
As parties keep a close eye on the 2026 midterm, conservative columnist Kimberley Strassel addressed the future of American politics after November.
Parkview Health Announces Agreement to Acquire Ovation Healthcare | Redesign Health and ARC Global Merge
Check out today's featured companies who have recently completed an M&A deal, and be sure to check out the full list of past healthcare IT M&A. P
Georgia Farmers Face Mental Health Crisis as Suicide Rates Increase
“Growing up on a farm, you know, we were kind of taught to mind our own business … We might talk about somebody who’s got cancer down the road, but they wouldn’t talk about somebody that’s had mental health issues. You just didn’t talk about that,” said the Georgia Agricultural Wellness Alliance Director John McElveen. …
LSU Football’s NFL Draft Stock: Entering Week 9
Injuries begin to hurt NFL Draft stocks, but a return could change that.
A Camden Chat Thanks, and Farewell
With much gratitude for seven great years of blogging.
Voters weigh in as early turnout builds in WA’s tight swing district
As Election Day approaches, voters in Washington's 3rd Congressional District discuss their hopes, concerns and choices in a closely watched tight race.
Opentrons Announces $40M Series E Round to Standardize AI-Driven Science on Its Robots
Opentrons has raised $40 million in Series E funding to expand its laboratory robotics, software and data infrastructure as it develops systems that use AI to help design and run experiments.
PhD-level course on Culture, Conflict and Politics: Introduction to interpretive theory and methodology
PhD-level course on Culture, Conflict and Politics: Introduction to interpretive theory and methodology was successfully convened from October 28 to 30.
UTC Nanoengineering Center receives $600,000 for Army materials research
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga’s Nanoengineering Center, a research center within the UTC Research Institute, has received a $600,000 award to contribute advanced computational modeling expertise to an Army-supported research project focused on developing and manufacturing advanced materials for demanding applications. Dr. Murat Barisik, director of the Nanoengineering Center and an associate professor of mechanical engineering in the College of Engineering and Computer Science, is leading UTC’s work on the project.
Oxford Science Enterprises targets UK’s first trillion-pound deep-tech company
Recent landmark exits in quantum computing and biotech show that the OSE’s model of building companies around university research, recruiting entrepreneurial leaders and providing patient capital produces results. The next step is taking the model global.
The Wildlife Science Center: Annual Howl-O-Ween Event
The Wildlife Science Center in Stacy is home to Minnesota's largest wolfpack, and this remarkable non-profit is giving visitors a breathtaking up-close look at gray wolves, also known as timber wolves. The center recently rescued three orphaned cougar kittens and plans to introduce them to an adult female cougar named Nice Kitty, who will serve as their adoptive mom
Canelo vs Mbili is a Hard One to Predict
Will Canelo deliver a vintage performace on Saturday? Or will age catch up to him against the relentless Mbili?
Scientists Just Found Where the Quantum World and Our World Meet: Free Fall
Tom Petty’s famous song applies to all of us, because of Einstein’s equivalence principle of gravity in free fall.