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Microplastics mapped in living tissue in fine detail for months

Microplastics have been mapped deep within the tissue of living organisms in fine detail in a new study involving Kingston University London. The study, published in Advanced Science, shows noninvasive methods can be used to detect microplastics deep in the living tissue of mice. Previously, this was possible only through dissection.

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Lou Mitchell’s The 1st Stop For Generations Of Route 66 Travelers

The 103-year-old Loop diner continues to draw locals and tourists in droves, despite the city moving the historic route's starting point to Navy Pier.

New York, NY NY Post Jun 15
Zendaya and Tom Holland make first red carpet appearance together since marriage speculation

On Monday, the couple looked loved-up as they attended the "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" photocall in Madrid, Spain.

Albany, NY NEWS10 ABC Jun 15
Goodwill opening location in Clifton Park

A new location for thrifting and discounted prices is opening soon in the Capital Region.

Health Medical Xpress Jun 15
How H. pylori uses extracellular vesicles to drive stomach cancer

Scientists at the Hudson Institute of Medical Research have discovered how Helicobacter pylori, the bacterium responsible for most stomach cancers and peptic ulcers, delivers a key disease-causing protein into human cells. This breakthrough provides new insight into how H. pylori modulates chronic inflammation and promotes cancer, potentially opening new diagnostic and therapeutic pathways.

New York, NY NY Post Jun 15
Scooter Braun’s Knicks toast proves he and Sydney Sweeney reached major relationship milestone

The couple, who started dating last year, attended Game 4 and Game 5 of the NBA finals together in New York and Texas, respectively.

Health Medical Xpress Jun 15
Well-timed nudges help care providers to honor the wishes of patients with cancer according to study

New research in the June 2026 issue of Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network finds that small, targeted prompts delivered to both patients and providers at the right moment can significantly increase the number of serious illness conversations that take place.

New York, NY NY Post Jun 15
2026 U.S. Open odds: Scottie Scheffler tops the board once again

The third major of the year is here.

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Juneteenth 2026: How to Celebrate In Chicago This Year 

From jazz concerts and second-line parades to family festivals and community cookouts, here’s where to celebrate Juneteenth across Chicago this week.

Chicago, IL Block Club Chicago Jun 15
Food Delivery Robots Coming To South Side After Alderman Approves Program’s Expansion

Ald. William Hall is bringing the robots to portions of Chatham, Englewood and Greater Grand Crossing, saying his approval was about equity in access to technology available in other parts of the city.

Columbus, OH NBC4i Jun 15
World Cup 2026: Sunday games deliver drama, Groups G and H to start Monday

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Sunday was an amazing day of World Cup action that included 19 goals across four games. Among those matches were two dominant European performances and the best game of the tournament. That excitement brings us into the first full week of the World Cup as Monday is the debut of one [...]

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Beverly, Morgan Park Juneteenth Fest Continues To Grow In 7th Year

The Juneteenth Family Festival of Beverly/Morgan Park was founded by neighborhood residents and has grown from 300 attendees to over 5,000 expected this year.