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Jul 17, 2026

How Wildfire Smoke Affects Your Health

Associate Professor Jennifer Richmond-Bryant explains how wildfire smoke affects health, why risks vary and what communities can do to prepare.
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Jul 14, 2026

When Wildlife Attacks

As visitation to natural spaces rises, so does the risk of dangerous encounters between humans and wildlife, according to NC State professor Nils Peterson.
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Jul 13, 2026

New Transfer Agreement to Expand Educational Opportunities for Fisheries Students

Under the agreement, Carteret Community College graduates will be eligible to transfer into NC State’s Bachelor of Science in Fisheries, Wildlife and Conservation Biology program. 
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Jul 9, 2026

Watching Nature Videos Can Help Relieve Stress, Study Finds

For people who can't get outside, nature videos may provide a simple way to reduce stress and improve emotional well-being, new research suggests.
A colorful soccer ball with red, blue, and green patterns sits on artificial grass, featuring the FIFA logo and World Cup emblem against a dark background.

Jul 2, 2026

FIFA World Cup: Ticket Prices, Travel Barriers Limit Fan Access

The FIFA World Cup is marketed as a global celebration for audiences everywhere, yet access is not equal for all fans. NC State professor Bryan Clift explains these disparities in accessibility.
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Jun 24, 2026

The Economics of the FIFA World Cup: Who Really Profits?

The FIFA World Cup is often promoted as an economic windfall, but NC State professor Michael Edwards says the biggest financial rewards typically go to FIFA, not the cities that host the tournament.
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Jun 22, 2026

FIFA World Cup Faces Growing Sustainability Challenges

As the FIFA World Cup expands, questions are growing about whether the tournament can meet its sustainability goals. NC State professor Jonathan Casper explores the challenges ahead.
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Jun 18, 2026

Ryan Castagna’s Paper Science Journey Began With a ‘Life-Changing’ Scholarship

Castagna reflects on his first year in the paper science and engineering program and the impact of the Kent Hudson Scholarship on his education.
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Jun 12, 2026

How and Where to Find the Painted Bunting — North Carolina’s Most Colorful Songbird

NC State professor Christopher Moorman addresses common questions about the painted bunting, including where and when they can be found and how birdwatchers can increase their chances of spotting one.
Overhead view of an indoor ice hockey arena during a game, with two teams lined up for a center-ice face-off. A scoreboard above the rink reads “GAME 1 STARTS NOW,” while spectators fill the surrounding stands and rink-side advertisements line the boards.

Jun 8, 2026

Beyond the Ice: Carolina Hurricanes Unite Fans Across the Triangle

The Carolina Hurricanes’ recent success shows how a modern NHL team is actively shaping civic identity, bringing communities together and strengthening the region’s growing hockey culture.