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Nation’s Science Future at Risk: What the Board Cuts Mean

May 15, 2026

The National Science Board, which guides a key federal agency that funds research, was abruptly cleared of its members by a recent government decision. This move happened without clear justification and followed major budget cuts to the agency that has been a backbone of American innovation for deca

technology

Ocean Power Meets Data: A Billion‑Dollar Wave of Innovation

May 15, 2026

Panthalassa, a U. S. start‑up, is turning ocean waves into electricity for floating data centers and has just secured $140 million in new funding, led by billionaire investor Peter Thiel. The investment values the company near a billion dollars and signals a growing shift toward alternative power so

weather

Cool Day Ends, Heat and Storms Roll In

May 15, 2026

Northeast Ohio will see one last cool Thursday before a warm spell starts. Lake‑effect rain is still in the air early, especially east of Cleveland. The sky will clear from west to east as the day goes on, but temperatures stay about 15 degrees below normal. Highs will be in the mid‑to‑uppe

weather

Summer‑Heat Brings Fire Risk to Michigan

May 15, 2026

Michigan’s weather is shifting toward spring, with temperatures climbing fast enough that many feel the early arrival of summer. The pleasant warmth of Thursday will give way to a dry, windy spell over the western part of the state on Friday and Saturday. High pressure will keep Thursday clear, allo

politics

China‑US Talks Aim to Keep Iran From Getting a Nuclear Bomb

May 15, 2026

The meeting in Beijing between the U. S. and China leaders was not just about trade or Taiwan; it also tackled a hot issue: Iran’s nuclear ambitions. The U. S. president said he is tired of waiting for Iran to change its course and that the two countries had agreed that Iran must not acquire a nucle

politics

Trump’s Midterm Test: A Tightrope for Republicans

May 15, 2026

Republicans face a tricky choice as the 2024 midterms approach. The party’s survival hinges on how it deals with President Trump, who is still a powerful force in the GOP. Trump says he will be on the ballot and that his supporters love him, a claim that puts pressure on Republican candidates

politics

U. S. Pulls Back Troop Plans for Poland, Raising Questions About Europe Strategy

May 15, 2026

The U. S. military has decided not to send 4, 000 troops to Poland as previously planned, a move that surprised many observers and reignited debate over President Trump’s intentions to reduce American forces on the continent. The announcement came after a brief pause, and no formal statement has yet

business

Business Titans Back Trump on China Trip

May 15, 2026

A group of the world’s richest CEOs joined President Donald Trump for a visit to Beijing, turning the meeting into a showcase of global commerce and political strategy. The delegation included leaders from Apple, Tesla, SpaceX, Nvidia, Micron and Meta, along with top financiers like Stephen Schwa

business

Family‑Run Firm Keeps Government Benefits on Track

May 15, 2026

In a field where big investors have pushed many companies into standardised, cost‑cutting models, one small family business has stuck to its original approach. The market for managing benefits for federal contractors—cleaners, security staff, mail carriers and others—has grown increasingly comple

entertainment

Ruben Östlund’s Bold New Film Journey

May 15, 2026

A Swedish director named Sigge Eklund is working on a feature documentary called Ruben. The film follows the famous filmmaker Ruben Östlund as he plans his next big project, a movie titled The Entertainment System Is Down. The new film was shot over several years and is now being edited. It will