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Science and health program for Native American youth to shut down in Northern Arizona
PHOENIX – Lab coats hung on hooks and cabinets gave way to tall ceilings above typical blacktopped science tables. The windows framed Flagstaff’s canopy of trees and mountains in the distance.
The room was cluttered with expensive scientific equipment, pipettes and an abundance of gloves. Instead of food, the freezer contained cell cultures and isolated DNA samples. It smelled clean and had everything needed for a fully functional lab.
Amber Kelly and her parents, Jacqueline Kelly, left, and Lennox Kelly at her graduation from CARE in summer 2024. (Photo courtesy of Amber Kelly)
High suicide rates in ‘tough guy’ construction trade prompt industry to start talking
PHOENIX – Eating only a banana for breakfast, Francisco Gomez, 28, starts his five- to six-day workweek at 5 a.m.
“Work can be pretty stressful,” Gomez said. “There’s just so much pressure, you feel like things are your fault and you feel like you can’t do nothing about it.”
Gomez, a father of two, has worked in construction for about five years as a fire stopper, filling gaps between rooms and spraying fire retardants to help prevent fires.
Dust plumes as workers operate machinery at this site off 1st St. in Phoenix, on April 22, 2025. (Photo by Cheyla Daverman/Cronkite News)
Focused Fungus
The climate crisis has an unlikely and underestimated hero: Mushrooms. My name is Cheyla Daverman and this is Focused Fungus where we explore how fungi are the backbone of many of our ecosystems and could play a pivotal part in saving our planet. By talking to scientists, chiefs, and mushroom lovers alike, we will learn about mycelium, and how their unique traits and almost mystical qualities are an untapped tool in our ecosystem, and offer more climate answers than research even knows.
Insight Episode One: "Up Everest"
On this episode of Insight, I talked to Ray Rossi about his world travels. The 77-year-old has been to six continents and over 40 countries. We discussed the details of his climb up Mount Everest his love of travel; how his world adventures have impacted him; as well as advice he has for travelers who are looking for their next trip.
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Interview with a Classmate: "Dune Two Fits"
The highly anticipated Dune Two film was released and the press tour has brought us many a fascinating look. Last week, I spoke with my classmate Juli Aguirre about The Dune Two Premier red carpet looks at Leicester Square in London. After a set of delays due to Hollywood labor disputes the film finally premiered with many unique looks from the cast including
Zendaya in Vintage Mugler and Florence Pugh in Valentino. Juli and I discussed the highlights of the premier and the best dressed; while also talking about some of the weirder more memorable looks that walked the carpet.
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