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Artemis II returns to Earth with a precise splashdown
Artemis II splashed down in the Pacific Ocean after a 10-day lunar mission, and four astronauts were recovered in good condition at 8:07:27 p.m. ET.
Artemis II splashdown brings cheers at Southern California watch parties
Crowds in San Diego and Downey gathered at museums and watch parties to see the Artemis II Orion capsule parachute into the Pacific about 50 miles off San Diego at 5:07 p.m., with attendees cheering as the capsule bobbed in the water awaiting crew retrieval.
La Follette High students bring children's books to life
La Follette High School students in Madison staged musical adaptations of children's books for several elementary schools in the district, helping to foster a love of reading among young audiences. The performances drew inspiration from the Broadway show Wicked and emphasized community and storytelling.
Jacksonville Animal Care and Protective Services will waive fees at Saturday adoption event
Jacksonville's Animal Care and Protective Services will host a free adoption event Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 2020 Forest St., waiving all adoption fees and partnering with the Jacksonville Humane Society as part of its April 'Clear the Cages' effort to place 500 animals.
At Augusta, Tiger Woods' absence still shapes the Masters
Tiger Woods is missing the Masters for a second straight year after his March 27 crash and a DUI-related charge, and patrons and players at Augusta say his absence remains emotionally present.
6 exercises to help protect muscle while on a GLP-1
Studies report that 15%–60% of weight lost on GLP-1 drugs can be lean mass; the article highlights six strength-focused exercises and notes that nutrition and sleep also matter for muscle preservation.
CoreWeave secures US$21 billion Meta AI cloud deal and shares rise 24%
The article reports CoreWeave expanded a long-term agreement to supply Meta with AI cloud capacity through December 2032 worth about US$21 billion, and that the company also announced related financings and a multi-year Anthropic cloud deal.
Artemis 2 splashdown returns astronauts to Earth after lunar flyby
The four Artemis 2 astronauts splashed down off San Diego on April 10 after a planned free-return lunar flyby that set a new human-distance record; the flight was the first crewed launch of NASA's SLS and Orion and served as a systems test for future Artemis missions.
Teachers First March winner is Mountain Vista teacher Brett Hildebrandt
Brett Hildebrandt, a middle school communication, social development and special education teacher at Mountain Vista Community School, is the March Teachers First award winner; the sponsored program awards a $500 classroom grant and a $100 gift card.
Giller Prize boycott ends after organizers say pressure was successful
CanLit Responds says its boycott of the Giller Prize is over after receiving confirmation that the prize no longer has sponsorship ties to Scotiabank, Indigo Books and the Azrieli Foundation; the Giller Foundation did not respond to requests for comment.
Medal of Honor Boulevard connecting Pueblo to Pueblo West opens Friday.
Medal of Honor Boulevard opened Friday, linking Pueblo and Pueblo West after nearly two years of construction and about $40 million in costs. Most funding came from a voter-approved 2016 ballot measure, and a local recycling company says parts of the route include recycled plastic materials.
Offset leaves hospital and says he is focused on recovery
Offset was released from the hospital and is up and walking after being shot outside the Seminole Hard Rock in Hollywood, Florida; authorities arrested rapper Lil Tjay on a disorderly conduct charge in connection with the incident.
McGovern highlights art's role in mental health at UMass event
Rep. Jim McGovern spoke at UMass Amherst's 'Art for the Common Good' event about how music, theater and other arts support brain health and community well‑being, and he raised concerns about federal funding for arts programs.
Tyrrell Hatton kept his cool and now has a shot at the Masters
Tyrrell Hatton hit all 18 greens and shot a 6-under 66 to sit 4-under after two rounds at the Masters.
St. Boniface Hospital to open cardiac assessment unit in July
St. Boniface Hospital will open a cardiac assessment unit in early July to monitor and test patients with heart-related issues; the provincial budget included $22.1 million to re-establish cardiac services under Heart Care Manitoba.
Nuns sue New York over long-term care rules
The Dominican Sisters of Hawthorne filed a federal lawsuit after state health officials sent letters saying a 2023 law requires long-term care facilities to follow residents' choices on pronouns and restroom access. The sisters say they requested an exemption on March 5 and have received no reply; the federal case is now pending.
Marriage status linked to cancer risk, large study finds
A University of Miami analysis of more than four million Americans found adults who never married had higher cancer rates; never-married men were about 70% more likely and never-married women about 85% more likely to receive a cancer diagnosis.
Sauna sessions of about 30 minutes may boost immune cell circulation
A Finnish study found that a 30-minute sauna session with a brief cooling shower midway led to a temporary increase in circulating neutrophils and lymphocytes, which returned to baseline after about 30 minutes.
Hydrogen-fueled vehicles line up at reopened Studio City station after state supply disruption
Drivers waited at the reopened True Zero station in Studio City after a state-wide hydrogen supply disruption; hydrogen was being rationed and the Hydrogen Fuel Cell Partnership said 21 stations resumed service on April 9.
Aberdeen to rejoin Florida if waiver is granted
Denzel Aberdeen plans to re-enroll at the University of Florida and is seeking an NCAA waiver that could restore another year of eligibility.
Ottawa aims to lead Canada in supportive housing
Ottawa has doubled funding and voted to double the build rate of supportive housing to address a wait list of about 450 people for 350 units; a new advisory body of health and housing partners was launched to better coordinate services.
CoreWeave announces multiyear cloud deal with Anthropic as stock rises 10%
CoreWeave said it will provide Anthropic with cloud computing to run AI models at production scale under a multiyear agreement, and the article mentions CoreWeave shares closed about 10% higher after the announcement.
Compost bins for kitchen counters and outdoor gardens in every space
An NBC Select article reviews countertop and outdoor compost bins, tumblers, worm farms and electric units and cites three gardening experts on materials to include or avoid, bin features, and placement guidance.
Alamo Drafthouse to show The Pitt Season 2 finale free for health care workers
HBO Max, Warner Bros. and Alamo Drafthouse are hosting 10 free screenings of The Pitt Season 2 finale on April 13 for health care workers; attendees are asked to purchase a $10 food and beverage voucher.
Middlebury Food Pantry launches Summer Feeding Program
Middlebury Food Pantry will offer free lunches to anyone 18 or younger every Friday from May 29 through Aug. 7, and will also distribute a limited number of free grocery bags weekly in partnership with local organizations.
Puerto Rico highlights quieter corners as tourism surges
Discover Puerto Rico says the island welcomed 8.1 million visitors in 2025, up 8% from the year before, and the tourism bureau is promoting an "Awaken Your Senses" campaign that directs visitors beyond San Juan toward regions such as Vieques, the east, the central mountains, Cabo Rojo and the south.
Woodcocks are vulnerable to window strikes during migration
American woodcocks are frequently injured or killed by window collisions during seasonal migrations in some U.S. cities, and the Bird Center of Michigan is documenting cases in Detroit and seeking reports from the public.
San Diego Navy ship to recover Artemis II crew
The USS John P. Murtha, MH-60S helicopters and Navy dive teams based in San Diego will assist NASA in recovering the four-person Artemis II crew after a planned splashdown off the San Diego coast on April 10; officials are monitoring weather that could affect timing and location.
15-Year-Old's Leg Pain Was Dismissed and Later Diagnosed as Ewing Sarcoma
A 15-year-old's intermittent leg pain was initially called growing pains, but a physiotherapist urged further scans that revealed metastatic Ewing sarcoma; he began emergency chemotherapy and his family reported the tumor has since shrunk.
Ben Sasse shares reality of terminal cancer at 54
Former Sen. Ben Sasse says he was diagnosed in December with stage 4 metastatic pancreatic cancer, received a three- to four-month life expectancy, and is taking an oral drug in clinical trials that he reports has reduced tumor size though his prognosis remains terminal.
