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Staten Island is bracing for a sudden temperature drop, all thanks to a cold front sweeping in from the Great Lakes. Earlier in the week, weather models hinted at a potential coastal storm, but those predictions have faded. Instead, a cold front is taking center stage, bringing snow and a significan

Lawmakers Take Aim at AI-Generated Explicit Content

The U. S. Senate has taken a big step to protect people from AI-generated explicit images. A new law, called the Defiance Act, lets victims sue those who create and share these images without permission. This comes after a surge of such content on platforms like X, owned by Elon Musk. The law builds

New York's Big Push for Safer Streets and Subways

New York is stepping up its game to make streets and subways safer. Governor Kathy Hochul recently announced a $77 million boost to subway safety. This money will go towards more police patrols, platform barriers, and a special program called SCOUT. SCOUT teams up mental health experts with police t

technology

AI's Dark Side: New Dangers for Kids and How to Fight Back

AI is not all fun and games. It can be a tool for harm, especially when it comes to kids. In Corinth, Mississippi, a teacher allegedly used AI to create fake explicit videos of teenage girls. These deepfakes are a new kind of crime, and parents, lawmakers, and law enforcement are all trying to figur

Is Social Media Safe for Kids? A Lawmaker's Fight for Change

A lawmaker from Long Beach is taking a stand against the potential dangers of social media for kids. He believes that Australia's recent move to ban social media for children under 16 is a step in the right direction. After visiting Australia, he returned with new ideas to protect young people in Ca

crypto

Crypto Rules: Senate Takes Extra Time to Get It Right

The Senate Agriculture Committee has decided to postpone the review of a crucial crypto bill until late January. They want to make sure they have enough backing before moving forward. Chairman John Boozman mentioned that they've made good progress but need more time to finalize details and secure wi

Virginia Politics: What's Brewing in the State Legislature?

Virginia's political scene is heating up as the General Assembly gears up for a busy session. Starting this Wednesday, lawmakers will convene in Richmond for 60 days of debate and decision-making. This isn't just any session; it's the first time since 2020 that Democrats hold the reins in both the l

finance

Stablecoin Rewards: A Fight for Crypto's Future

A big fight is happening in the U. S. over stablecoin rewards. Coinbase, a major crypto company, is pushing back against new rules that could hurt its business. The issue is about who can offer rewards on stablecoins like USDC. Coinbase makes a lot of money from these rewards. But banks want to chan

A New Voice Joins the Reform UK Party

January 12, 2026

A former high-ranking government official has switched parties, joining Nigel Farage's Reform UK. This move highlights the ongoing division within the Conservative Party. The former finance minister, Nadhim Zahawi, is known for his role in the Boris Johnson cabinet. He is also the founder of YouGov,