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A Texas Man Wins a Gun‑Rights Battle Over Marijuana

June 19, 2026

The Supreme Court has ruled that federal law cannot bar people who use marijuana from owning guns. The decision was unanimous and supports a Texas resident, Ali Danial Hemani, who argued that the ban violates his Second Amendment rights. Justice Neil Gorsuch wrote a narrow opinion, saying the govern

politics

Prediction Markets: A New View on a Growing Debate

June 19, 2026

The world of prediction markets has sparked fresh discussion at this year’s Manifest festival, held in a quiet Berkeley campus that hosts many thinkers on AI and altruism. While the event drew academics, founders, and market players, most attendees had never seen a recent ad featuring actor Timothée

environment

AI Powerhouses: How Their Footprint Stacks Up

June 19, 2026

Data centers that run artificial‑intelligence programs are getting a lot of attention for the electricity and water they use. In 2023, U. S. facilities drew about 176 terawatt‑hours—roughly 4½ percent of the country’s total power. That sounds huge, but when you compare it to other big polluters, the

art

Celebrating 150 Years of Art and Community in Denver

June 19, 2026

The stone building that now houses the Emmanuel Art Gallery has stood on Denver’s Auraria campus since 1876, witnessing the city’s growth and change. In 2024 it marks a century and a half of serving as a cultural hub, and the gallery has opened a new show called “Come Together: 150 Years of the Emma

politics

Trump’s Deal With Iran: A Questionable Move

June 19, 2026

President Trump’s recent agreement with Iran has sparked sharp criticism. Some say it hurt the world economy and boosted Iran’s influence, while others argue it showed that Iran can survive attacks. The deal followed pressure over the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping lane. Trump’s statement about

politics

Big Names Celebrate New Center While Contractors Face Huge Bills

June 19, 2026

The Obama Presidential Center in Chicago opened with a glittering ceremony that drew many famous faces. Musicians such as Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Wonder, and U2’s Bono performed for the crowd. The event was scheduled to coincide with Juneteenth, a day that celebrates freedom and history. The open

crime

Influencer’s bond cut after online threats to ex-NBA player

June 19, 2026

A far-right internet personality, already facing legal trouble from the January 6 Capitol riot, now stands accused of publicly vowing to harm a former basketball star locked up for murder. The man, 31, was arrested in Texas last week after a video surfaced showing him declaring on a live stream that

entertainment

Celebrity Contest: Who Is the Least Smart?

June 18, 2026

Fox has launched a new game show that flips the idea of winning on its head. Instead of rewarding knowledge, it rewards the opposite: contestants try to avoid being the last one standing. The program starts on July 15 and features a mix of actors, musicians, athletes and former politicians. Among th

religion

Reflecting on a dark day with messages of unity

June 18, 2026

Eleven years ago today, a hate-driven act shattered a peaceful church gathering in Charleston. Nine people lost their lives during a Bible study session when a stranger entered and opened fire. The shooter’s clear racist motives shook the nation, leaving many stunned by the community’s response. Day

sports

Two Caribbean kids who loved hockey and ended up skating toward the NHL draft

June 18, 2026

Jaxon Cover and Ryder Cali both showed up to the NHL’s Western New York scouting combine in June wearing numbers that didn’t yet belong to any NHL team. The 90 invitees spent a week running tests, talking to teams, and answering questions—skills that matter just as much as skating speed in today’s l