Magicians can take rabbits out of hats ... but we think we're just as good because we can take spots out of clothes ... and do a perfect job every time. Our charges are [...]Read More... from On This Day | Magicians
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Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Launches “Rangers Wanted” Augmented Reality App
Teddy Roosevelt’s legacy just got a high-tech upgrade. The Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library has teamed up with top tech innovators to launch Rangers Wanted, an augmented reality app that turns the natural world into an interactive adventure. Designed to get kids off[...]
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Recapping the Last Week in the Ukrainian War, Diplomacy, and Peace Prospects
Today marks the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. And make no mistake, it was Russia’s invasion that triggered the wider war — when Ukraine defended itself rather than lay down and accept Russian occupation. To catch up on both the[...]
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Beekeepers say catastrophic honeybee losses are cause for alarm
The honeybee crisis has taken a devastating turn. Beekeepers across the country are reporting staggering losses—millions of colonies gone in just months. While bee die-offs aren’t new, this year’s numbers are unprecedented, with some losing nearly all their hives. The fallout is[...]
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HOLY COW! HISTORY: Box Brown’s Strange Trip to Freedom
They say getting there is half the fun. But that wasn’t the case for one man over 175 years ago. In fact, his trip was anything but pleasant. However, the sweet reward he received at the end of his incredible journey more[...]
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Dept. of Commerce asks employers asked to participate in North Dakota survey to support workforce development
The North Dakota Department of Commerce, in partnership with Deloitte, a leading global provider of consulting and advisory services, is conducting a statewide employer survey to assess and improve the state’s workforce ecosystem. “This survey provides a valuable opportunity for North Dakota[...]
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Nuclear power plant proposed near Estevan
SaskPower is moving ahead with plans for a small modular reactor near Estevan, Saskatchewan, as part of its commitment to expand nuclear energy. While North Dakota legislators consider a study on similar developments, SaskPower has pinpointed the Boundary Dam and Rafferty Reservoir[...]
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Fargo area leaders urge local control as state works on property tax reform
Property tax relief is on the table in North Dakota, but local leaders are raising concerns about how a proposed 3% cap on annual levy increases could impact fast-growing communities. While supporters see it as a step toward easing the tax burden,[...]
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Registration open for suicide prevention webinars
Mental health is a pressing issue for many in agriculture, where stress can weigh heavily on daily life. North Dakota State University Extension is hosting two 90-minute webinars on March 25 and May 13 to provide support and teach skills for recognizing[...]
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On This Day | Where the Elk and Buffalo Roamed
On his trip up the Red River in 1800, Alexander Henry found the elk abundant, and wrote in his journal of September 5: 'Large herds were seen at every turn of the river and [...]Read More... from On This Day | Where[...]
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On This Day | The Air Force is Coming
A team consisting of approximately a dozen Air Force officials will be in Minot March 2nd to brief community representatives on the details of the construction of the jet fighter base near Ruthville this [...]Read More... from On This Day | The[...]
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On This Day | Let the Lobbying Begin
THERE ARE NOW 141 LOBBYISTS in the halls of the North Dakota state capitol at Bismarck where the legislature is in session. In 1953, there were 136 registered lobbyists, and the session preceding, 1951, [...]Read More... from On This Day | Let[...]
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The next wave of AI is here: Autonomous AI agents are amazing—and scary
AI has been making headlines for years, but most of what we interact with—chatbots, recommendation algorithms, even self-driving cars—still relies on human guidance. That’s changing. A new kind of AI, called autonomous AI agents, can make decisions and take action on its[...]
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Pope Francis is in critical condition, the Vatican says
Pope Francis remains in a delicate battle with double pneumonia, but the Vatican reports he had a “tranquil” night and is alert. Hospitalized since February 14, the 88-year-old pontiff has required oxygen support and blood transfusions, with doctors closely monitoring his condition.[...]
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Ukraine’s ‘super soldiers’ bust stereotypes of what ‘lethal’ looks like
War has always been a test of strength, but Ukraine’s defense against Russia is proving that agility, innovation, and sheer willpower can rewrite the rules of battle. In just three years, Ukraine’s military has expanded nearly fivefold, turning civilians into highly effective[...]
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Here’s what to know about Germany’s election today
Germany heads to the polls today at a moment of deep uncertainty. A struggling economy, an immigration debate, and shifting global alliances have thrown the country into a snap election months ahead of schedule. At the center of it all is Friedrich[...]