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Religion and Robots: A New Guide for Faith

July 16, 2026

In a world where machines learn to talk, leaders of faith are drawing new rules that fit their traditions. They are not alone; clergy worldwide ask the same question: How does artificial intelligence fit into our beliefs? The Pope’s choice of name, Leo XIV, signals a special focus on AI. He na

entertainment

Olivia Dean Lights Up LA with Retro‑Vibe Concert

July 16, 2026

Olivia Dean stepped onto the Crypto. com Arena stage for a sold‑out night that felt like a leap from intimate club shows to arena stardom. The 27‑year‑old British singer opened with a heartfelt thank you, noting how quickly her debut album “The Art of Loving” had reshaped her life. Just a year

crime

Wages as a Target: When the State Seizes Pay

July 16, 2026

The United Kingdom permits authorities to confiscate wages that are deemed the product of criminal activity, especially in cases involving undocumented workers who perform illegal jobs. This policy treats work as a commodity owned by the government, rather than a human endeavor that builds relations

technology

Akron Wins Big Boost for Polymer Innovation

July 16, 2026

A new funding program from the National Science Foundation has picked Akron, Ohio as a key hub for polymer technology. The grant, part of the Regional Innovation Engines initiative, can award up to $160 million over ten years. The money will go toward new research, turning ideas into products, train

celebrities

Celebrating July 16: Stars, Stories, and Surprises

July 16, 2026

July 16 has always been a day where the spotlight turns on a mix of seasoned actors, rising talents, and legendary figures. Today marks the birthdays of several well‑known faces in film and television. The most prominent among them is actress Phoebe Cates, who turns 63. Her middle name, Belle, is a

politics

Blanche’s Role in the Justice Department: A Question of Loyalty and Law

July 16, 2026

The U. S. attorney general is meant to protect the public’s legal interests, yet some argue that Todd Blanche has put his allegiance to President Trump above this duty. Blanche, who stepped in as acting attorney general after Pam Bondi’s resignation, has been accused of advancing the president’s

opinion

U. S. in the Global Mirror: What Outsiders Notice

July 16, 2026

People outside America often point out problems that many Americans take for granted. These outsiders see a country that still struggles with deep inequality, a health system that is expensive and uneven, and an education system that can leave students behind. They also notice how the U. S. treats i

environment

Wildfires Sweep Oregon: Lightning, Wind and a Car Spark Evacuations

July 16, 2026

In the early days of the week, Oregon’s dry landscape turned into a tinderbox as thunderstorms lit fires in the northeast and a car crash ignited another blaze near Medford. The combination of hot air, low humidity and shifting winds made the fires spread quickly, forcing authorities to order people

politics

Nevada’s Next Big Hit: Space Tourism and the Silver State’s New Vision

July 16, 2026

Nevada’s lieutenant governor, a former police chief and long‑time city councilman, has set his sights on turning the state into a launchpad for space travel. He sees the vast open land and the presence of tech moguls as a perfect recipe for a new industry that could rival Las Vegas’s gaming fame. ...

politics

Faith as a Bridge: Democrats Look to Religion for New Voter Connections

July 16, 2026

Religion has long been a stronghold of Republican politics, but recent trends show Democrats are turning to faith as a way to reach voters. Senator Raphael Warnock, a pastor from Georgia’s historic Ebenezer Baptist Church, argues that the party can appeal to people by sharing its moral values rat