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Albuquerque Journal Wins 15 Awards in Rocky Mountain Journalism Contest

May 3, 2026

The Albuquerque Journal earned a total of fifteen honors from the Society of Professional Journalists’ Top of the Rockies competition, which spotlights excellence across New Mexico, Colorado, Wyoming and Utah. Five of those were first‑place trophies in categories such as Breaking News Story, Head

technology

TSMC's New Chip Tech: Smaller, Faster, More Efficient

May 3, 2026

TSMC is cooking up something big for the future of computer chips. Their newest project, called A16, is part of their "Angstrom Era" lineup, promising chips that are faster, more powerful, or use less energy compared to their current models. But what makes A16 stand out is its "Super Power Rail" tec

politics

Supreme Court’s Busy Calendar: Key Cases and Upcoming Decisions

May 1, 2026

The Supreme Court is set to announce 35 final opinions by July, wrapping up its current term. Cases were argued throughout the year: November saw three, December four, January five, February three, March ten, and April another ten. The last non‑argument session was scheduled for June 25, but the cou

business

When restaurants clean up their act: One bakery shines while another struggles

May 1, 2026

A local Vietnamese eatery recently learned the hard way that food safety isn’t optional. House of Saigon faced 14 violations during a routine health check, including an employee handling trash before touching clean dishes without washing up. Moldy leftover lemon slices were found in a staff fridge,

entertainment

Games and Tough Breaks: When Big Plans Meet Reality

April 30, 2026

Samson just launched with a rocky start. The new action game from a studio linked to the Just Cause series stumbled out the gate—bugs, weak marketing, and lukewarm reviews made for a bumpy debut. While many players wrote it off fast, one top developer took a closer look. Daniel Vávra, behind the suc

politics

Students and Teachers Ask: Is Climate Science Really Open About Its Funding?

April 29, 2026

A fresh study noticed something odd about climate papers that link global warming to stronger storms. Out of 331 experts listed on 82 papers, none had declared any personal or financial links to groups with a clear agenda. That turns out to matter because papers paid for by environmental charities w

technology

Gadgets that shaped everyday life before smartphones

April 29, 2026

Back in the mid-20th century, technology wasn’t about endless apps or doomscrolling—it was about solving real, small problems around the house. Boomers remember when gadgets were built for one job only, like slicing bread or mixing drinks, not for tracking steps or ordering groceries. Kitchen tools

science

Our changing diets: What we eat now vs. what our ancestors ate

April 28, 2026

Long before supermarkets or food pyramids existed, our great-great-great grandparents survived on whatever they could scavenge, hunt, or forage. Some groups in East Africa over three million years ago used sharp rocks to slice meat from bones, proving they weren’t just picking at leftovers—they were

health

Simple Bean Boost: How Refried Beans Fit Into a Healthy Plate

April 27, 2026

Beans are a go‑to food that can pack protein, fiber and essential minerals into any meal. Refried beans are a familiar Mexican dish that many people love, but not everyone knows whether they’re healthy. The truth is: the answer depends on how you make or buy them. A typical refried bean recipe star

entertainment

Cyberpunk Innkeeper Game Seeks Fans’ Help

April 27, 2026

The new adventure game, ATYPIAN, mixes old‑school role‑playing style with a neon city vibe. It was born from a small test project that earned a graphics prize at a 2025 game jam. Now the creators, Team AEGO, want to grow it into a full release. Players become an innkeeper who hides a secre