More than $37.9 million given to education programs across MS
More than $37.9 million from lottery proceeds has been given to education programs across the state...
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New sunscreen ingredient wins FDA approval after years of delay
Sources from CBS say that the Food and Drug Administration has approved the first new sunscreen ingredient for the U.S. market in more than 25 years...
Inflation in May likely topped 4% for the first time in 3 years, economists say
Sources from CBS News say that Economists expect a key inflation gauge set to be released on Wednesday to show that U.S. consumer prices in May rose at their fastest pace in more than three years...
Social Security insolvency now projected for 2032, putting benefits at risk of a 22% cut
Sources from CBS News say that Social Security's trustees report said the program is on track to become insolvent by the end of 2032, when beneficiaries would see their monthly checks cut by 22%...
MSU sweeps CPRAM Grand Awards at public relations annual conference
Sources from an MSU press release say that two Mississippi State offices are now displaying the senior division Grand Awards they won during the College Public Relations Association of Mississippi’s annual conference this past month...
House destroyed in Monday morning fire in Harrison County, no injuries
According to WXXV, a Harrison County woman escaped a Monday morning house fire, thanks to her smoke detectors going off...
The retirement issue most Americans don't see coming: Spending their savings
According to CBS News, many Americans spend decades saving for retirement. But far fewer have a plan for the equally important task of spending that money once they stop working...
Deadline for financial assistance on damage from Winter Storm Fern tomorrow
An important deadline is coming up tomorrow...
How to stay safe while traveling during extreme heat
Sources from AP say that, as travelers prepare to set off on summer trips, scorching temperatures lie in wait...
NASA unveils Artemis III astronauts to test technology for a future moon landing
According to AP, NASA on Tuesday revealed the crew for its Artemis III mission, the next step in the space agency’s plan to eventually land astronauts on the moon...
Researchers Study 'Double-Edged' Nature of Workplace Resilience
Sources from a press release say that, from underdog stories to comeback victories, everyone loves a tale of perseverance. But a new study suggests that highlighting workplace resilience can sometimes leave observers feeling anxious instead of inspired...
Gabitov, Owens to represent MSU as Fulbright U.S. Scholars in Austria, Brazil
Sources from a press release say that two Mississippi State associate professors are the university’s latest selections as Fulbright U.S. Scholars, a prestigious honor among researchers, administrators, and established professionals involved in scientific discovery around the world...
Cummins newest inductee of MSU’s Insurance Hall of Fame
According to a press release, Mississippi State recently inducted Coleman Cummins, regional vice president of EMC Insurance Companies, into the MSU Insurance Hall of Fame...
Five suspects plead not guilty to the fatal shooting of a Mississippi football player
According to CBS affiliate WJTV News, More than a year after the fatal shooting of a Mississippi football player, five suspects pleaded not guilty in court today about their involvement in the case...
Art Doing Its Part to address litter - statewide art competition
Sources from an MSU press release say that Pollution and the litter problem in Mississippi is being addressed by a lot of people in a lot of important ways, and some think art has a part to play in the effort...
DHR and Alabama DOE team up to distribute Summer EBT benefits
The State of Alabama is making sure children in low-income households have help with meals this Summer...
Lawsuit attempts to stop UFC fight at White House on Trump's birthday
According to CBS, a federal lawsuit filed Saturday seeks to shut down the Ultimate Fighting Championship fight night on the White House's South Lawn on President Trump's birthday...
Workers say they like remote work. Research shows it hurts their mental health.
CBS News reports that Americans routinely say they relish the ability to work from home or remotely rather than commute to an office. Yet new research suggests that untethering yourself can come at a cost...
Can an AI agent cover for you while you're at the beach?
According to CBS News, summer means fun in the sun for employees on vacation, but it also often means more assignments to juggle for their coworkers back at the office...
Nearly half of Americans say they're worse off financially than a year ago, NY Fed finds
CBS News reports that the U.S. economy may be holding up better than expected, but Americans are growing more pessimistic about their personal finances...
Pentagon updates religious codes after criticism from Mormons
Sources from CBS say that the Pentagon on Monday updated its religious affiliation codes after members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints criticized the list because it did not describe LDS as a "Christian" faith...
Trump formally nominates Todd Blanche as attorney general
CBS News reports that President Trump nominated Todd Blanche to serve as attorney general on Monday, aiming to formalize the onetime Trump defense lawyer's control over the Justice Department...
MSU, partners receive East Mississippi Sentinel Landscape Designation
Sources from a press release say that Mississippi State University, along with several state and military partners, are announcing that the East Mississippi Sentinel Landscape (EMSL) has officially been selected for designation by the federal Sentinel Landscapes Partnership...
A Dozen Mississippi Lottery Scratch-Off Games to End
According to an MSU Press Release, the Mississippi Lottery Corporation has announced the official end-date and the 2nd Chance promotional drawing date for a dozen scratch-off games...
University of Southern Miss to add new science research facility
Sources from WXXV say that the University of Southern Mississippi plans to add a new state-of-the-art science research facility on the Hattiesburg campus...