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Two New Hampshire high school athletes have dropped their lawsuit against the state’s transgender athlete ban, citing personal hardships and shifting circumstances — Iris moved out of state, Parker quit soccer after facing harassment. Their attorney says the decision was tough but right, and their public story helped shift public opinion. Though the case is over, the fight may continue as other fa...

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Pittsfield’s school district is on the brink, grappling with sky-high teacher turnover and wages that barely cover the basics—new teachers earn over $37K, even veterans cap out at $59K. A proposed pay raise, costing taxpayers just $22 per $1,000 of home value, could stabilize the system and prevent closures, but critics demand proof it’ll lift student scores. With middle-high school closure loomin...

City manager Tom Aspell, nearing retirement and in his mid-sixties, is requesting a three-month paid sabbatical from July 20 through October 18 — a move allowed by his contract and timed to recharge before stepping away. He’s been with Concord since 1998, serving as city manager since 2006 and rarely taking full vacations. If approved by the city council, deputy city manager Brian LeBrun will step...

A shocking new study reveals that 20% of cattle carry the dangerous E. coli strain O157:H7—far more than previously known. Found in over 500 animals across farms, this bacterium poses a serious public health threat, as it can cause severe food poisoning, even kidney failure in humans. Researchers are now racing to find practical solutions like modified feed or vaccines to reduce contamination befo...

Two transgender students in New Hampshire are dropping their lawsuit against a state law banning transgender girls from girls’ sports, just days after the Supreme Court upheld a similar law in West Virginia. Parker Tirrell and Iris Turmelle, who argued the law violated equal protection and Title IX, are now stepping back — partly due to personal changes, including Turmelle moving out of state and...

A major legal battle over transgender athletes in New Hampshire has been dropped, as two students and their families withdrew their lawsuit. The decision follows the Supreme Court’s recent ruling supporting similar state laws, which likely influenced this move. The law, enacted last year, requires student-athletes to compete on teams matching their original birth certificate — a rule now standing...

A Milford, New Hampshire native and four-year Red Cross veteran, Peter Basiliere, is heading to Guam to lead food relief efforts after a devastating typhoon. He’ll oversee meal distribution at shelters and door-to-door deliveries, bringing his seasoned expertise to help communities recover. With three weeks on the ground, Peter’s dedication highlights the vital role of trained volunteers in rebuil...

New Hampshire just shattered its own real estate record, hitting over $1 billion in home sales for the first time ever in June — fueled by record-breaking sales volume and soaring prices. A whopping 1,474 single-family homes sold, the highest since 2022, with a median price of $575,000. With inventory at a historic low — just 2,745 homes on the market compared to over 6,000 in 2019 — competition i...

Scientists have uncovered a ghostly new deep-sea fish in the Mariana Trench, dubbed the “phantom anglerfish,” thriving at crushing depths over 26,000 feet with a glowing lure and translucent skin. Found by ROV during a daring expedition, this six-inch marvel defies expectations in the sunless hadal zone, revealing how little we know about Earth’s most extreme habitats. Researchers are now unraveli...

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A jaw-dropping oceanfront property in North Hampton, New Hampshire, just sold for way less than its $25 million asking price—here’s why the deal shocked everyone. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. V...

A high-speed chase erupted early Thursday in Concord, New Hampshire, as police pursued a Jeep Cherokee clocking speeds over 100 mph after a routine traffic stop turned chaotic. Officers from local and state agencies coordinated a tense pursuit through multiple towns, deploying spike strips to halt the vehicle — but the driver kept going until finally brought to a stop around 1:30 AM. Three people...

A newly discovered deep-sea fish, dubbed the phantom anglerfish, has stunned scientists with its eerie bioluminescent lure and translucent body, spotted at depths over 2,000 feet in the Pacific. Found by the Ocean Exploration Trust’s ROV team, this bizarre creature—with fang-like teeth—adds to the growing mystery of Earth’s uncharted ocean depths. Researchers are now racing to study its genetics a...

A new study reveals alarming gaps in basic financial literacy, with millions still struggling to grasp interest rates, inflation, and budgeting—leading to debt, stress, and economic instability. Experts warn the pandemic deepened these issues, especially for vulnerable groups, and call for urgent, targeted solutions to empower people with the tools they need to thrive financially. Listen in comfor...

A newly discovered deep-sea squid, dubbed the phantom squid, has stunned scientists off Australia’s coast—found over 2,000 feet down with glowing, translucent features that may help it hunt or communicate in total darkness. This bizarre find highlights the ocean’s hidden wonders and underscores the urgent need to explore, understand, and protect Earth’s last uncharted ecosystems. Listen in comfort...

The Fed just paused its rate hikes, holding steady at 5.25% to 5.5%, signaling patience as inflation cools but remains above target. With resilient job growth and consumer spending, they’re watching data closely before considering cuts—projecting three rate drops in 2024, but stressing decisions will be data-driven. Homebuyers and businesses are adjusting, while the Fed stays focused on stabilizin...

Deep in the Mariana Trench, scientists have uncovered a glowing, translucent fish dubbed the “ghost shark” — a living marvel thriving at depths over 8,000 meters where sunlight never reaches. Its bioluminescent lure and pressure-resistant body defy old assumptions about life’s limits in Earth’s deepest ocean trenches. This discovery reignites excitement in marine biology, offering clues to surviva...

Maine’s Senate race just imploded as Democratic nominee Graham Platner dropped out after a sexual assault accusation surfaced — a blow that shattered his campaign and evaporated Democratic support. Facing mounting pressure and denied guilt, Platner’s exit leaves Democrats scrambling to replace him before July 21st, with no clear legal path forward. The seat, held by Republican Susan Collins, is cr...

A stunning new deep-sea fish has been discovered in the Pacific’s hadal zone, glowing with eerie blue bioluminescence at depths over 8,000 feet. Scientists are thrilled—this mysterious predator, with giant eyes and a specialized jaw, may be using its glow to hunt or communicate in the crushing dark. Found thanks to cutting-edge submersibles, the fish belongs to an entirely new genus, offering a ra...

France and Morocco collide in a high-stakes quarterfinal showdown at Boston Stadium, where history, revenge, and redemption collide. France, the reigning favorite with an undefeated five-win record, seeks to cement their dominance, while Morocco, ranked sixth and riding a wave of momentum after stunning Canada and drawing with Brazil, aims to erase the bitter memory of their 2022 World Cup exit. W...

New data flips the script on gun control: most Americans, including a growing number of women, say cracking down on criminals and enforcing existing laws beats new gun restrictions. With 20% holding concealed carry permits and nearly 30% carrying firearms sometimes, self-reliance is becoming mainstream—proving people are taking safety into their own hands, even in strict jurisdictions like Austral...

New Hampshire has poured over $223 million into fighting PFAS contamination in the past seven years—funding testing, cleanup, and product bans—but with the legislative fund now empty and ongoing efforts running low, the state must urgently find new financial strategies to keep protecting its water and public health. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount...

Health insurance premiums on the ACA Marketplace are set to rise again next year—with a proposed median jump of 14% for 2027, following last year’s similar double-digit hike. Most insurers are requesting increases between 10–20%, with 20 pushing for over 20%. No insurers are proposing cuts. The spike stems from expired enhanced subsidies, leaving more people—especially those earning over $63K—payi...

Deep in the Mariana Trench, scientists have uncovered a mind-blowing discovery: the Mariana Snailfish, a new species thriving at crushing depths of over 8,000 meters. This gelatinous, pressure-resistant fish defies all expectations about life’s limits, rewriting our understanding of evolution and survival in extreme environments. With no swim bladder and a body built for the abyss, it’s a living m...