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Trump Picks Tech Titans for New Science Council

March 26, 2026

President Trump announced a fresh advisory group aimed at guiding U. S. policy on artificial intelligence and emerging technologies. The council, initially set to include 13 members, will later grow to a maximum of 24. Its co‑chairs are David Sacks, the former White House AI and crypto chief, and Mi

opinion

New Library? Time to Decide

March 26, 2026

El Cerrito’s old library, built 76 years ago, can’t keep up with modern needs. The city has tried before: a $30‑million bond in 2016 fell short of the two‑thirds vote required. Now Measure C sits on the ballot and only needs a simple majority to pass because of a petition‑driven process. The new bu

entertainment

A New Pokémon World That Feels Real

March 26, 2026

Pokémon Pokopia opens a future where the familiar Pokémon world has been shaken by disaster. The game’s story starts in a damaged Kanto, showing how human tech and nature clash after a catastrophe. Players help restore homes with the help of Professor Tangrowth, learning that even in a bleak setting

technology

A New Look at “Human in the Loop” and AI Safety

March 26, 2026

The idea that a person can simply watch over an AI system and stop it from doing something wrong has become popular in many companies. Companies that use AI for things like coding or customer service claim that a human will catch any mistakes before they cause problems. However, this belief can be

politics

Grand Rapids Looks Ahead: Safety, Homes and New Projects

March 26, 2026

The mayor of Grand Rapids spoke about how the city is moving forward. He said that progress means keeping what works and adding new ideas. Crime has fallen in the last year. Shootings dropped 18 percent and stolen cars fell 27 percent. Police took away almost five hundred guns that people were no

politics

Reparations Debate: Ghana Wins UN Vote on Slavery

March 26, 2026

Ghana pushed a motion at the United Nations that labels transatlantic slavery as “the gravest crime against humanity” and asks for reparations. The vote went 123‑to‑3, with only the United States, Israel and a few others voting against it. Fifty‑two countries, including the European Union, chose to

science

Women Scientists Lead the Fight Against Plant Stress

March 26, 2026

In recent years, farms around the world have faced harsher conditions: salty soils, long dry spells, and heat waves that hit more often. These challenges threaten the food we rely on, so scientists need to find crops that can survive such hardships. Women researchers have stepped up in this field, m

celebrities

Celebrities Who Picked Solitude

March 26, 2026

Some stars have chosen to stay single, saying that being alone is their best fit. They share this path openly, proving that choosing no romantic or sexual partners can feel right for many. The first name on the list is Lenny Kravitz, who has often spoken about finding peace when he is by himse

celebrities

Kennedy Love Stories: A Celebrity‑Filled Family Tale

March 26, 2026

The Kennedy name has long been linked to power, charm and a series of high‑profile romances that have kept the public intrigued. One of the most famous connections is between John F. Kennedy Jr. and Hollywood stars, a chapter that began with a flirty encounter with Madonna in the late 1980s and l

celebrities

Managers: The Hidden Hand Behind Celebrity Success

March 26, 2026

Celebrities often look like they are on top of the world, but behind the glitter there is a team that keeps everything running. A manager’s job goes beyond just booking gigs; they shape the public image, plan finances, and protect the star from bad deals. The role started long before social media