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In 2021, UMass Chan dismantled part of its First Road garage for a new research building; 8,445 tons of steel and concrete were reclaimed, 99% by weightUMass Chan Medical School in Worcester has set a remarkable precedent by achieving a 99 percent material reclamation rate during their late...- Quote of the day by Elizabeth Bishop: ‘Hoping to live days of greater happiness, I forget that…’ – Pulitzer winning poet on happiness, hope and the hidden cost of waiting for better daysElizabeth Bishop's poignant reflection serves as a reminder of the peril in neglecting our current joy. She eloquently points out that even...
- In 2000, 4 WPI students built a $400-per-intersection system to help blind pedestrians find crosswalk buttons. 26 years later, locator tones are standard features of accessible pedestrian signals across U.S. citiesIn 2000, Worcester Polytechnic Institute students developed the “Crosswalk Button Locator,” a low-cost system designed to help blind and vi...
- Massachusetts Crime News: Woman wanted in murder of police officer husband found dead behind rehab clinicAuthorities found Karen Solomon's body near a rehabilitation hospital. This discovery concluded a weeklong search for the woman. Her husban...
- In 1926, Robert Goddard launched the first liquid-fuel rocket from a snowy Massachusetts field; 35 years later, NASA formally dedicated Goddard Space Flight CenterOn March 16, 1926, Robert Goddard made history by launching the first liquid-propellant rocket from a serene farm in Worcester, Massachuset...
- In 1712, an English inventor and ironmonger invented the first atmospheric engine laying the foundation for the industrial revolution: How Thomas Newcomen's invention changed the world?In 1712, an English inventor and ironmonger invented the first atmospheric engine, creating a machine that used steam and atmospheric press...
- In 1850, a widowed mother moved to Colorado and claimed a homestead. 15 years later, she was helping build one of the state's first communities where women could voteAdeline Hornbek, a Massachusetts native, became a successful Colorado rancher. She faced significant loss, including her husband and a deva...
- Massachusetts removes abortion restrictions after 24 weeks under Healey law. What changes?In a significant move, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey approved a law that softens abortion regulations for pregnancies exceeding 24 we...
- In 1962, a Massachusetts mother occupied city hall over a sludge-covered river; her campaign helped pass a clean-water law and protect 174 milesMarion Stoddart spearheaded a vital grassroots initiative against the pollution of the Nashua River, demonstrating remarkable dedication an...
- Indian national gets one day prison term, deportation in US U Visa fraud schemeAn Indian national received a prison sentence and fine in the United States. Mitul Patel pleaded guilty to visa fraud involving staged arme...
- Indian Americans in Boston celebrate Ram Mandir inauguration and Republic DayIndian-Americans in Boston celebrated the upcoming inauguration of the Ram Mandir and India's 75th Republic Day at an event held at Worcest...
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