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A lack of pies for a pack of lies — what spoonerisms reveal about how the brain produces speech

“You have hissed the mystery lecture. In fact, you’ve tasted the whole worm!” If you’ve never heard that sentence before, you’re probably wondering what on earth it means. It was supposedly delivered by the absent-minded Rev. William Archibald Spooner after a student missed his history lecture and wasted the whole term. These accidental mix-ups of sounds, known as […] more
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Iowa agriculture experts release report on state ag economy amid downturn

A new report suggests Iowa’s agricultural industry is in a multi-year downturn that might not let up for a few more years, and experts are advising farmers to look back to the practices that got them through tough financial times a decade ago to weather the current storm. The Iowa Farm Bureau Federation, Iowa State […] more
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FDA lowers orange juice sugar standard — officials say it will boost Florida citrus

LAKELAND — Florida’s once thriving citrus industry has declined precipitously over the past two decades, but state agriculture officials believe the downward trajectory may have plateaued, and expressed enthusiasm Friday regarding a federal rule change they say will provide a much needed boost to the struggling sector. U.S. Health & Human Services Secretary Robert F. […] more
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Immigration advocates press for action on tuberculosis case at Aurora ICE facility

Advocates are urging Colorado officials to do everything in their legal power to investigate and resolve what they fear is a tuberculosis outbreak at the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facility in Aurora. A coalition including health care workers and leaders from statewide organizations — including the American Friends Services Committee, Casa de Paz, the […] more
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New numbers show counties will pay nearly $420M for Medicaid this year

With a potential cut in property tax revenue looming for Florida’s counties, other costs are on the rise. The state’s top economists this week agreed that Florida’s 67 counties will be on the hook for nearly $420 million of what the state will spend on Medicaid this fiscal year. Miami Dade ($69,356,749,) Broward ($34,672,150), Hillsborough […] more
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Utah orders last Provo Canyon School teen treatment center to shut down 

After years of negligence allegations, the Utah Department of Health and Human Services revoked the license of the last active campus of Provo Canyon School, a Utah teen treatment institution made infamous by celebrity Paris Hilton saying she was abused while staying at one of its campuses as a teen. Now, the school’s Provo campus […] more
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Judge temporarily blocks South Dakota’s abortion-pill advertising ban as lawsuit continues

A new South Dakota law that criminalizes the advertising of abortion pills cannot be enforced while a lawsuit against it continues, a federal judge ruled Friday. Nancy Turbak Berry, who formerly served as a Democratic state legislator from Watertown, and New York-based nonprofit Mayday Health filed the lawsuit in May against Gov. Larry Rhoden and […] more
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Theft of drugs from Iowa hospital triggers criminal charges, licensing board sanctions

The Iowa Board of Pharmacy has sanctioned a hospital pharmacy for failing to adequately monitor its supply of controlled substances. The board recently charged MercyOne Dubuque West’s pharmacy with failing to ensure controlled-substance accountability and with failing to verify that its actual, physical inventorу of drugs matched the expected inventory. According to the board, it […] more
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NC AG Jackson calls on residents to weigh in on Chemours’ ‘backroom deal’ over PFAS

Chemours, formerly part of DuPont, has been manufacturing chemicals on the Cape Fear river near Fayetteville for decades. more
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Dawson County gets temporary waiver from Medicaid work rules following Tyson plant closure

LINCOLN — Federal officials have approved a temporary exemption from new Medicaid work requirements to Dawson County — home of the now-shuttered Tyson Foods plant that ended about 3,000 jobs. Gov. Jim Pillen last month announced that he directed the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services to seek the temporary hardship exemption for the […] more
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Kentuckians with disabilities, advocates say looming 4% Medicaid cut is a ‘threat’

Families asked that leaders find a way to work together and reverse the cut. more
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Cost of housing, healthcare among Coloradans’ top worries, new survey shows

A large majority of Coloradans reported that the cost of housing, healthcare and everyday expenses are serious challenges, according to a newly released survey from the Colorado Health Foundation. The organization’s seventh annual Pulse poll measured people’s attitudes on various concerns in the state. Respondents pointed to government, the cost of living and housing affordability […] more
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Mon County pools advised to close because of poor air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke enters WV

Health officials in Monongalia County are recommending that outdoor pools close and camps and daycare facilities keep children inside while air there remains “very unhealthy” due to wildfire smoke from Canada.  Monongalia County is under an air quality advisory as the air remains at a 244 on the air quality index, according to a news […] more
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Wildfire smoke creates health concerns across Michigan, resulting in closures and cancellations

As a sepia-toned haze continues to blanket communities throughout Michigan, some government offices, local businesses and event hosts are closing up shop, as state officials urge residents to limit their time outdoors due to hazardous air quality. Smoke from Canadian wildfires has worsened air quality across the Great Lakes region, with the Michigan Department of […] more
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Medical school debt and refinancing: How borrowers are managing student loans

SoFi reports that over 61% of medical professionals carry student loan debt exceeding $100,000, with many seeking refinancing to lower interest rates and costs. more
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How AI is changing soccer from the ground up

XbotGo reports AI is revolutionizing soccer, enhancing talent discovery and training through automated tracking, analytics, and accessibility for all players. more
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How one veteran contributed to 250 years of freedom

(BPT) - Key takeawaysAs America celebrates 250 years of freedom, it's time to honor the veterans, service members, and their loved ones who have made it possible.Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) … more

Why regular maintenance is the key to extending the life of your boat engine

RJ Nautical reports that regular maintenance is vital for extending boat engine life, preventing costly repairs, and ensuring boating safety. more
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CDC tracks parasite that causes diarrhea to lettuce at Taco Bell locations in WV

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is advising people not to eat shredded iceberg lettuce at Taco Bell locations in West Virginia and four other states after it’s been linked to a multistate outbreak of cyclospora, a parasite that causes diarrhea. So far, 1,644 people in five states have gotten sick due to […] more
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Why is my truck overheating?

RealTruck.com reports that truck overheating can stem from common issues like low coolant, broken water pumps, and damaged belts.  more
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You bought the house. Now here comes the real cost of ownership.

TheZebra.com reports that homeownership costs can exceed $16,000 annually, with insurance, maintenance, taxes, and rising utility bills often overlooked by buyers. more
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Amid heat wave, energy assistance is available in Ohio

With Ohio in a heat wave and an air-quality advisory, the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services and the Breathing Association are reminding Ohioans that many are eligible for emergency help. The Summer Crisis Program began on July 1 and runs through Sept. 30. Last year it served more than 55,000 Ohio households.  The […] more
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Ohio has more than 1,000 reported cyclosporiasis cases, according to the state health department

Ohio has reported 1,316 cyclosporiasis cases as of Thursday, according to the Ohio Department of Health, as the parasite makes headlines around the country for causing gastrointestinal illness described by some as “explosive diarrhea.”  There have been 96 hospitalizations and Lucas County in Northwest Ohio has had the most cases with 278 as of Thursday, according to […] more
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Iowa health insurers propose premium increases for ACA customers

Iowa health insurance companies are proposing premium increases for Affordable Care Act customers in 2027, affecting thousands of Iowans. The proposal comes after insurers increased premiums for ACA-marketplace customers in 2026 by an average of 15.3% in Iowa. The proposed premium increases come as enhanced tax credits, money from the federal government paid directly to […] more
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Beware of dangerous algae on North Dakota lakes, officials say

Hot weather is making potentially dangerous algae blooms more likely in North Dakota, with state officials adding Devils Lake to its watch list.  The North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality on Thursday issued algae advisories for Devils Lake in Ramsey and Benson counties and Lake Brekken in McLean County.  The agency had previously issued warnings […] more
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