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New Fabrication Process Makes Artificial Muscles Spring into Action

BOOK REVIEW: LEFT (TERRAN INCOGNITA, #1) by Paul McGrath

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Top Stories: ➊ – March Amazon Finds—on SALE! (Thursday), ➋ – Alcon to buy Lensar in deal worth up to $430M (Thursday), ➌ – Everyday Looks I’ve Been Wearing (Friday), ➍ – New Fabrication Process Makes Artificial Muscles Spring into Action (Friday), ➎ – A Colorful Table Setting For 10 or Just Two! (Wednesday)

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04/05/2025 - Community Event - Free Skin Cancer Screening at Methodist Richardson Medical Center -...

Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events 3/28 1:39P

Join us at Methodist Richardson Cancer Center on Saturday, April 5th, for a free skin cancer screening by a board-certified dermatologist. No appointment is necessary. Click here for more information

Geico pledges 1K more jobs at Richardson office

Dallas Business Journal 3/27 8:29A Plamedie Ifasso

The insurance giant plans to grow in Richardson, adding hundreds of employees and a ton of real estate.

04/01/2025 - Ribbon Cutting - Vibe Car Wash - Apr 1

Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events 3/26 11:04A

Join us as we welcome Vibe Car Wash to the Richardson Chamber Community with a ribbon cutting. This event is open to the public!

Make a Simple Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

North Texas Food Bank 3/25 9:47A NTFB

National Nutrition Month Spotlight: NTFB’s Nutrition Services team shares an easy, nutritious recipe. If you’re looking for a fresh salad that’s packed with nutrients, this Mediterranean Quinoa Salad...

04/17/2025 - Public Policy - Candidate Forum - Mayoral and City Council - April 17, 2025

Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events 3/24 7:48P

Hear from Richardson s Mayoral and City Council candidates as they answer questions important to local businesses and speak to their vision for the city s future. The forum will include opening...

Related: 04/15/2025 - Public Policy - Candidate Forum - RISD School Board - April 15, 2025 Richardson Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events

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Everyday Looks I’ve Been Wearing

Brighton the Day 3/28 9:39A Brighton

If you’re anything like me, you want everyday looks that feel just as good as they look. Whether I’m heading out for errands, meeting a friend for coffee, or working from home, I always try to reach...

Empower Your Career Journey with Job Search Workshop in Allen

Richardson BubbleLife iReporter 3/26 4:00A Martha Jane Brounoff

Do you want to achieve lifelong employability but are not sure how to go about it? If so, come join the St. Jude Career Alliance at its comprehensive, faith-based job search workshop on Saturday,...

BOOK REVIEW: LEFT (TERRAN INCOGNITA, #1) by Paul McGrath

Richardson BubbleLife iReporter 3/26 1:51A KAREN SIDDALL

Left Terran Incognita, #1 by Paul McGrath Delightful, with unexpectedly perfect plot twists. Left is the first book in author Paul McGraths new science fiction series, Terran Incognita, and...

KEEP IRVING BEAUTIFUL SEEKS NOMINATIONS FOR ANNUAL AWARDS

Richardson BubbleLife iReporter 3/25 3:14A kibjulie17

KEEP IRVING BEAUTIFUL SEEKS NOMINATIONS FOR ANNUAL AWARDS Mayor and KIB Awards Honor Irvings Difference Makers (IRVING, TEXAS) - Keep Irving Beautiful is asking for nominations to be submitted for...

2025 Mansfield High School Tiger Volleyball Camp - Registration is OPEN!

Richardson BubbleLife iReporter 3/25 3:06A Julie Price

Registration for our 2025 Mansfield Tiger Volleyball Camp is open - sign your kiddos up now so they don't miss out on all the fun!!!! 2025 Mansfield Tiger Volleyball Camp June 16th - 19th @ Mansfield...

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New Fabrication Process Makes Artificial Muscles Spring into Action

UT Dallas News Center 3/28 3:00A Fifi Toure

By Amanda Siegfried March 28, 2025 Researchers at The University of Texas at Dallas have invented a new, inexpensive method for fabricating artificial muscles for potential use in robots, in...

Team Enhances AI-Driven Medical Coding Automation Platform

UT Dallas News Center 3/28 1:00A mxj142230

University of Texas at Dallas experts recently collaborated with a Texas-based health care technology company to enhance its medical coding automation platform by incorporating the most recent...

Engineering Students Shine in National Energy Competitions

UT Dallas News Center 3/26 12:00A mxj142230

From left: mechanical engineering graduate student Zainab Faheem BS’23; mechanical engineering doctoral student Bernadette Magalindan BS’21; Dr. Shuang Cui, assistant professor of mechanical...

Engineers Redefine How Heat Transfers on Advanced Surfaces

UT Dallas News Center 3/21 3:00A mxj142230

From left: Dr. Xianming (Simon) Dai, Deepak Monga PhD’24 and Dr. Yaqing Jin developed a new theory to explain heat transfer on advanced surfaces while testing a new surface that they designed to...

Researcher Reassesses Assessments for Social Cognition Deficits

UT Dallas News Center 3/21 1:00A mxj142230

If the psychological tests used to measure social cognition deficits are so outdated that they may not yield accurate results, are those results valid? Dr. Amy Pinkham, professor of psychology in The...

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John Tesar’s Knife Restaurant and the Highland Hotel in Dallas Just Severed Their Relationship

Eater Dallas 3/28 9:35A Courtney E. Smith

Steven Visneau The chef was anticipating a multi-million dollar renovation, but instead the restaurant will close Knife, the restaurant helmed by former James Beard semifinalist and winner of Food...

After 72 Years, the Zodiac Is Closing. These Dallas Diners Want to Say Goodbye.

Eater Dallas 3/28 3:14A Rachel Pinn

The famous strawberry popovers at the Zodiac in Neiman Marcus. | Holly Jefferson From drunkenly trying on wedding gowns to holiday tea service, devotees of the restaurant in Neiman Marcus share their...

The Marriage of Figaro, A Delightful Blend of Wit, Love, and Social Commentary (Live Simulcast from...

Crave DFW 3/27 12:04P Steven Doyle

Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro ( Le Nozze di Figaro ) is a true masterpiece of the opera world—an explosive combination of comedy, romance, and sharp social commentary. First performed in 1786, this...

Meddlesome Moth Celebrates Easter with Festive Menu Specials 4/18-4/20

Crave DFW 3/27 10:37A Steven Doyle

Meddlesome Moth , the renowned craft beer destination in the Design District, is celebrating Easter Sunday with a festive array of special menu items available all weekend long, from April 18th to...

Birdcall Launches Daily Breakfast Offerings in McKinney

Crave DFW 3/27 10:24A Steven Doyle

Birdcall , a rising star in the fast-casual dining scene, is making mornings in McKinney, Texas, a little brighter with the introduction of its innovative new breakfast menu. Known for its commitment...

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March Amazon Finds—on SALE!

The Sister Studio 3/27 3:24A Jennifer Reed

Happy Thursday, my friends! May your coffee be nice and strong today we re sooo close to Friday! Amazon is doing a big Spring Sale this week so I wanted to round up all of my March favorites, several...

A Colorful Table Setting For 10 or Just Two!

Color and Chic 3/26 4:35A Hoang-Kim

Spring is here and it s time to host! Whether you re inviting 10 people over or just one or two, I think it speaks volume to set the table and pull out the pretty napkins. Not only will it make things...

STRIPES: THE TIMELESS TREND FOR EFFORTLESS SPRING AND SUMMER STYLE

The Middle Page 3/23 5:57A Cathy Williamson

STRIPES: THE TIMELESS TREND FOR EFFORTLESS SPRING AND SUMMER STYLE Hello ladies! How is everyone today? I have been in Ojai Valley since Wednesday to see my daughter. She had an emergency surgery on...

LIVE NOW: Target’s MASSIVE SALE!?

The Sister Studio 3/23 4:54A Jennifer Reed

Happy, happy Sunday everyone! We are home after spending the week in Colorado for Spring Break let s just say my snowboarding isn t going to be winning awards anytime soon, but we had SO much fun all...

Fresh Finds for YOU!✨?

The Sister Studio 3/17 4:36A Jennifer Reed

Good morning and happy Monday, my friends! My kids are on Spring Break this week, so we re in Colorado and I m so, so excited to spend quality time all together as a family! Wish me luck snowboarding...

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Cardinals named a top blockbuster trade threat for Cowboys' Micah Parsons

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo Sports 3/28 9:06A

The Arizona Cardinals badly want to get back into Super Bowl contention. In order to reach that goal, the Cardinals are going to have to make some big moves or will have to...

4 takeaways from Texas A&M's 2025 Pro Day

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo Sports 3/28 8:19A Aggies Wire

Here are the key takeaways from Texas A s 2025 Pro Day on Thursday in front of over 80 NFL representatives.

Related: 5 observations from Texas A&M's pro day: Who stood out ahead of NFL draft? Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo Sports

The Texas Longhorns' success this season has come without the 3-point shot that shapes today's game

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/28 8:17A Associated Press

Vic Schaefer's team showcases how winning big doesn’t always require a heavy reliance on 3-point shooting.

Watch: Cowboys QB Dak Prescott gets in offseason workout with teammates

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo Sports 3/28 8:07A Dallas News

Dak Prescott is gearing up to make his return to the field next season. Images surfaced Friday morning of the Dallas Cowboys quarterback going through an offseason workout....

Cowboys 'really like' elite NFL Draft prospect with unicorn skillset

Dallas Cowboys News Yahoo Sports 3/28 8:07A Dallas Cowboys On SI

Do Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys have a storm brewing ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft? There have been rumblings that the Cowboys, who currently hold the No. 12 overall pick,...

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Alcon to buy Lensar in deal worth up to $430M

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 3/27 1:23A Sydney Asher

The companies will come together to advance robotic laser technology in cataract surgery; improving precision, reducing patient comfort, and providing faster recovery time....

Texas measles outbreak expected to last for months, though vaccinations are up from last year

Spectrum Local News Health 3/21 6:54A Associated Press

Pharmacies across the U.S., especially in Texas, are seeing more demand for MMR shots.

Nestlé recalls some Lean Cuisine, Stouffer's meals

Spectrum Local News Health 3/19 3:15A Lydia Taylor

The company is asking consumers to return the products to the retailer from where it was purchased.

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Op-ed: How Trump’s Tariffs Could Impact Your Local Restaurant

Civil Eats 4/1 11:00P Clare Reichenbach

Independent restaurants—establishments owned and operated by an individual, family, or small group rather than a larger chain or franchise—are more than places to eat. They’re...

Brisket Recipe

The Healthy Maven 4/1 11:00P Davida Lederle

This classic Jewish brisket recipe is perfect for any celebration including Passover or Rosh Hashanah! It's tender, sweet and juicy and slow cooked in a caramelized onion and...

Timeless Wheels & Vintage Steel: The Village Shops Spring Car Show Returns

EatGreenDFW iPhone Reporter 4/1 4:49A Liz McGathey

Take a timeless ride at the Classic Car & Truck Show at the Castle Hills Village Shops from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, April 13. The event is FREE for spectators, and everyone is welcome! The...

Restaurant Franchise News from Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, la Madeleine, Teaspoon, and More!

Restaurant News 4/1 2:55A RestaurantNews.com

Catch up on the latest restaurant franchise news from Dickey s Barbecue Pit, la Madeleine, Teaspoon, Cork s Cajun Fried Fish and Shrimp, The Big Biscuit, and Teriyaki Madness....

Park Place Lexus Plano Recognizes Frisco ISD Teachers of the Year

EatGreenDFW iPhone Reporter 3/31 5:34A Mary Jane Coker

Park Place Lexus Plano recognized Frisco Independent School District Teachers of the Year, Robert Fitzgerald and Sarah Dickerson. Fitzgerald was named Elementary Teacher of the Year and Dickerson was...