 BY DOUG GRAHAM | Staff writer A recent study found a concerning development: Dolphins in the waters off the Gulf Coast have traces of human medications — including powerful opioids, muscle relaxants and sedatives — in their fat. The findings are troubling, scientists said, because dolphins are key indicators of marine health. "We should not really see any human pharmaceuticals present in dolphins and in our waters,” says Anya Ocampos, who authored the study. It also means humans may be consuming drugs through seafood or water, too. Read more about the study's findings.
In Louisiana, more than 73,000 adults ages 25 to 64 have a postsecondary credential such as an associate or bachelor’s degree, a technical diploma or an industry-based certification, according to a report from the state Board of Regents. That is 51% of working-age adults in the state. This comes as the need for a credential beyond a high school diploma becomes more important in a job market where more employers are seeking candidates with advanced training. Read about what it means for the state.
The Geminids, the final meteor shower of the year, will peak between 9 or 10 p.m. Saturday until dawn the next day across the U.S. Do you want to watch the cosmic show? Well, you need to find a rural location far away from artificial light, but some closer options may be available as well. Read about how to view the shower. | 
