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Support for Nursing Students Grows in Florence

June 12, 2026

A local hospital group gave a big gift to a nearby college that trains nurses. The donation was worth $75, 000 and will help keep the nursing course open at Florence‑Darlington Technical College. The money comes as nurses are in short supply across the country, and more people need care becaus

health

Philadelphia Prepares for Measles Risk During World Cup

June 12, 2026

In the days before soccer’s biggest event, city health workers walked through a large air‑conditioned tent at Lemon Hill. The space would shelter injured fans, but it also serves as a base for doctors and emergency crews who will watch out for heat sickness and other injuries. Philadelphia has ho

politics

Free Speech Fest Lights Up Washington

June 12, 2026

Jane Fonda, the famous actress and long‑time activist, is turning her attention to a different kind of fight. She has organized a concert called “Rise Up, Sing Out” that will take place on the evening of Sunday. The show is part of a larger celebration of America’s 250th birthday, which also include

entertainment

Bright Lemon Toy Makes Travel Fun

June 12, 2026

A new gadget has hit Amazon that looks like a bright yellow lemon and promises to be a fun, pocket‑size pleasure device. The product is priced at $29. 99 and is marketed as a friendly alternative to higher‑end toys that can feel intimidating. The designer wanted to make intimacy feel less serious.

technology

OpenAI’s New Move: Buying Ona to Boost Its Coding Bot

June 12, 2026

OpenAI has just announced it will buy the cloud‑security startup Ona. The purchase is aimed at giving its AI coding helper, Codex, more power to run long‑term jobs. Ona’s platform lets AI agents safely use tools, access data and keep context in the cloud. With this tech, Codex can help comp

technology

South Shore’s New AI‑Run News Site: A Quick Look at Its Rise and Limits

June 12, 2026

South Shore News started in 2024 by local council member Alex Evans after he grew frustrated with the dwindling coverage of town meetings and community events. The site uses AI tools to transcribe public meetings, draft articles, and summarize regional happenings, delivering nearly 2, 000 stories in

business

India Offers New IT Tax Rule That Many Businesses Want

June 12, 2026

A new rule in India lets companies working with technology firms set prices for deals inside the country more safely. The rule is called a “safe harbor” and it promises that if a company follows the guidelines, the tax office will not ask further questions about those prices. Many businesses s

entertainment

Lionsgate and Runway Team Up to Make AI‑Made Movies

June 12, 2026

Lionsgate has bought a share in the video‑AI firm Runway, not for cash but as part of a larger plan to turn its film library into short AI shows. The move follows a partnership that began last September, when the studio started using Runway’s tools for early storyboards and post‑production tweaks. N

health

How Seeing Kids Helps Seniors Stay Healthy

June 12, 2026

A recent study looked at older people in China who do not live with their children. Researchers used data from 2020 that included more than three thousand seniors over 65. They asked how often the children visited and linked that to two health measures: how the seniors felt about their own health an

sports

New Paths for Future Stars

June 12, 2026

The University of Iowa is adding fresh talent to its 2027 roster, with two three‑star athletes recently signing on. Defensive back Jonathan Harris joined the Hawkeyes as their twelfth commitment for the upcoming class, while defensive lineman Bariyus Allen became the eleventh recruit to commit. Both