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Lo que los contribuyentes latinos necesitan para declarar sus impuestos de 2025 y cómo maximizar sus reembolsos

(Feature Impact) Para millones de contribuyentes en todo Estados Unidos, la temporada de impuestos es una oportunidad importante no solo para cumplir con sus obligaciones fiscales, sino … more

4/8/26

The park, with its name originally two words, Hershey Park, opened in the early 1900s when Milton Hershey built it for his chocolate factory workers and their families.

The costume maker who convinced Hersheypark to embrace candy mascots and ‘chocolatize’ their old-timey theme park

Hersheypark underwent a total transformation in the 1970s, when candy mascots and thrill rides replaced barn animals and old-timey recreations of Tudor England. more

John Haddad, Penn State, The Conversation | 4/7/26

The Declaration of Independence did more than assert the Colonies' independence from Britain.

1776’s Declaration of Independence inspired Washington’s troops to fight against the odds – and also helped bring in powerful allies

The Declaration of Independence isn’t just a philosophical breakup letter. It was a strategic move to secure vital support for America after its first declaration of war. more

Christopher Magra, University of Tennessee, The Conversation | 4/7/26

A downpour or a drizzle: What causes the difference?

Why does some rain fall harder than other rain?

Some rainstorms drench you in a second, while others drop rain in a nice peaceful drizzle. A meteorologist explains how rainstorms can be so different. more

Jeffrey B. Halverson, University of Maryland, Baltimore County, The Conversation | 4/6/26

In this illustration, _Spinosaurus mirabilis_ fight over a carcass some 95 million years ago in what is now the Sahara Desert in Niger. Dani Navarro

Paleontologists uncover a new ‘Spinosaurus’ species by following a clue from a decades-old book into the Sahara Desert

The hunt for a mythicized fossil hot spot took a team of researchers on a journey through the Sahara Desert. more

Paul C. Sereno, University of Chicago, The Conversation | 3/16/26

A homeless woman in Los Angeles holds her dog after a free veterinary visit in 2024.

A pet-friendly homeless shelter pilot reduced the rate of homelessness among the people it helped in California

A pilot program in Los Angeles reduced the rate of homelessness among homeless people with pets. more

Benjamin F. Henwood, University of Southern California, The Conversation | 3/12/26

Gases in the atmosphere warm the Earth by trapping heat close to the planet’s surface. Too much of those greenhouse gases can cause global temperatures to rise beyond normal and stay high. Climate Central, CC BY

Why do mountaintops stay snowy, even though they’re closer to the Sun?

The answer has to do with the air we breathe and that bright white snowpack, as an atmospheric scientist in Colorado explains. more

Allie Mazurek, Colorado State University, The Conversation | 3/10/26

Michelangelo's 16th-century fresco 'The Last Judgment.' Sistine Chapel collection via Wikimedia Commons

Why Michelangelo’s ‘Last Judgment’ endures

The artist used daring imagery that sparked controversy from the moment it was unveiled. more

Virginia Raguin, College of the Holy Cross, The Conversation | 2/25/26

Novice farmers face big challenges making it in today’s ag sector

MONTEZUMA, Iowa — Ben De Boef grew up working on his grandfather’s 400-acre farm in Montezuma, Iowa, and hearing stories about it. “I loved it since I was a kid,” said De Boef. “I didn’t really want to do anything other than farm.” Now 23 years old, De Boef grows corn, soybeans and some alfalfa […] more

Cassandra Stephenson, Olivia Cohen | 2/9/26

An understanding of angular momentum helps figure skaters glide across the ice and execute complex spins.

From ski jumping to speedskating, winter sports represent physics in action

Watching, modeling and even playing winter sports help students internalize physics concepts, including acceleration, momentum and friction. more

Amy Pope, Clemson University, The Conversation | 2/2/26

PFAS are now found in all of the Great Lakes, including Lake Superior, pictured.

PFAS are turning up in the Great Lakes, putting fish and water supplies at risk – here’s how they get there

Some of these ‘forever chemicals’ are toxic at very low levels. They can get into water systems and bioaccumulate in fish, ultimately posing risks to people. more

Christy Remucal, University of Wisconsin-Madison, The Conversation | 1/28/26

As part of the Artemis II mission, humans will fly around the Moon for the first time in decades.

NASA’s Artemis II crewed mission to the Moon shows how US space strategy has changed since Apollo – and contrasts with China’s closed program

Today, there aren’t just two countries competing to get to the Moon. More countries have space programs, and private industry plays a larger role. more

Michelle L.D. Hanlon, University of Mississippi, The Conversation | 1/27/26

Your shoes might not necessarily free your mind.

Can shoes alter your mind? What neuroscience says about foot sensation and focus

Your feet can send a lot of sensory information to your brain. But whether you believe that your footwear is affecting your cognition may matter more than what shoes you wear. more

Atom Sarkar, Drexel University, The Conversation | 1/27/26

A land manager examines young longleaf pines, some in their grassy phase, in a private forest in South Carolina.

How fire, people and history shaped the South’s iconic longleaf pine forests

One of North America’s richest ecosystems, sustained and shaped by Native peoples before European contact, nearly disappeared. A recovery is underway. more

Andrea De Stefano, Mississippi State University, The Conversation | 1/27/26

Colorado ski resorts faced sparse snow conditions in early 2025.

Colorado ski resorts got some welcome snowfall from Winter Storm Fern, but not enough to turn a dry and warm winter around

Ski resorts in Colorado can make snow, but it only goes so far. more

Steven R. Fassnacht, Colorado State University and Michael Childers, Colorado State University, The Conversation | 1/27/26

Boston and much of the U.S. faced a cold winter blast in January 2026.

How the polar vortex and warm ocean are intensifying a major US winter storm

The atmosphere is a complicated place. Warm temperatures in one spot can contribute to brutally cold storms somewhere else. more

Mathew Barlow, UMass Lowell and Judah Cohen, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), The Conversation | 1/26/26

A spreader sprays sewage sludge, which is rich in phosphorus, across a farm in Oklahoma.

Why too much phosphorus in America’s farmland is polluting the country’s water

Plants need phosphorus, and other nutrients, to grow. But soil tests can’t tell if there’s too much. more

Dinesh Phuyal, University of Florida, The Conversation | 1/26/26

3 in 4 US shoppers blame tariffs for shortages they personally encounter

inFlow Inventory reports that a survey reveals 73% of U.S. shoppers blame tariffs for personal shortages, while only 22% cite them for overall shortages. more

Jared Plumb for inFlow Inventory | 1/26/26

What the strongest 401(k) plans get right: 3 strategies for employers

Bernstein Private Wealth Management reports that employers can enhance 401(k) plans by optimizing record-keeping, considering pooled employer plans, and modernizing investment options. more

Christopher Gouryh for Bernstein Private Wealth Management | 1/24/26

When the paychecks stop: How to steady your finances after leaving a job

The Retirement Group reports on managing finances after job loss, emphasizing the need to review financial status, plan for short-term expenses, and assess retirement options. more

Tyson Mavar for The Retirement Group | 1/24/26

$A man holds his 17½-year-old Chihuahua mix, which is receiving end-of-life hospice care. Brittany Murray/MediaNews Group via Long Beach Press-Telegram and Getty Images via The Conversation$

Dogs can need more than kibble, walks and love − consider the escalating expenses of their medical care before you adopt

The decision to bring a dog into the family should recognize that, like other family members, they will require medical care. more

David L. Weimer, University of Wisconsin-Madison, The Conversation | 1/23/26

Late summer and early fall are a perfect time to fight weeds in the garden.

To control weeds in your garden, late summer and early fall is the best time to make a difference

What gardeners do at the end of the growing season will determine how clean, productive and manageable their garden beds will be when spring arrives. more

Manjot Kaur Sidhu, University of Maine, The Conversation | 1/20/26

American farmers face a changing future for their businesses.

American farmers, who once fed the world, face a volatile global market with diminishing federal backing

The US government used to have American farmers’ backs, but that support has been dwindling for decades. New subsidies signal big changes for farmers. more

Peter Simons, Hamilton College, The Conversation | 1/16/26

As a trusted advocate in the Latino community, Alexis Gonzalez encouraged blood donation, raised awareness about its lifesaving impact, and helped amplify her community’s voice. Then, a medical emergency showed her firsthand why that mission matters so much.

Rooted In Culture And Service: How One Red Cross Employee Went From Advocate To Patient

(NAPSI)—For Alexis González, regional communications manager for the American Red Cross, her job gives her the opportunity to serve and work alongside her community every day. “My work … more

1/10/26

Turf battle in the NFL: Natural vs. artificial grass

LawnStarter reports on the NFL's ongoing debate over natural grass vs. artificial turf, highlighting player safety concerns and increased injuries on turf. more

Adrian Nita for LawnStarter | 1/9/26