California's High-Speed Rail project has reached a significant milestone, marking a major step toward the future of passenger transportation in the United States. In this special episode of the STM Daily News Podcast, we explore the history of the project, the challenges it has faced, and the progress being made across California's Central Valley. Learn why the upcoming track installation phase is so important, what the first operating segment between Merced and Bakersfield could mean for travelers, and how this ambitious infrastructure project may reshape transportation in America for generations to come.

Join us as we examine one of the nation's most debated public works projects and discuss what comes next for California High-Speed Rail.

Cover Image: CP 2-3 State Route 43 Tied Arch Bridge. Courtesy California High-Speed Rail Authority

Read the article: https://stmdailynews.com/california-high-speed-rail-reaches-major-milestone-as-track-installation-nears/

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In this special Forgotten Genius Friday podcast episode, we explore the life and legacy of Elijah McCoy—the pioneering engineer whose automatic lubrication systems transformed steam engine efficiency during the industrial era.

McCoy’s innovations reduced downtime, improved safety, and helped define new standards for mechanical reliability across railroads and industry. His reputation for quality became so strong that it later became associated with the popular phrase “the real McCoy.”

But did the expression actually originate from him?

This episode also examines the debate surrounding the phrase’s origins. While McCoy is widely credited in popular culture, historians and linguists note that similar expressions existed earlier and that there is no definitive historical evidence directly linking the phrase to his inventions. As a result, many scholars consider it a compelling but unverified origin story.

Join us as we separate fact from folklore and uncover the true legacy of one of America’s most important yet often overlooked inventors.

https://stmdailynews.com/the-knowledge-2/forgotten-genius-fridays/

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Second Nature Brands has issued a voluntary recall for certain 10-ounce pouches of SECOND NATURE KETO CRUNCH SMART MIX™ after the product may have been packaged without listing key allergens. The company says the mix may contain undeclared cashews, pistachios, and cherries—posing a serious risk for anyone with allergies or severe sensitivities. In this special STM Daily News alert, we break down how to identify the affected pouch (UPC 077034013405; “Best if used by 2/12/2027”), what consumers should do next, and how to contact the company for a full refund.

If you have a 10-ounce pouch of SECOND NATURE KETO CRUNCH SMART MIX™ with UPC 077034013405 and Best if used by 2/12/2027, do not eat it. Contact Second Nature Brands for a refund and share the alert with anyone who may have purchased the product—especially those with tree nut or cherry allergies.

Read the full article:

https://stmdailynews.com/breaking-news-health-fitness-alert-second-nature-keto-crunch-smart-mix-recall/

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