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AI Needs a Reset: A Call for Human‑Centric Control

May 25, 2026

The latest message from Pope Leo XIV urges a pause on the unchecked rise of artificial intelligence. He argues that AI must be “disarmed” to safeguard people from its possible threats, joining a growing conversation about how much power governments should hold over this fast‑moving field. During hi

lifestyle

Local Business Milestones and Odd Moments

May 25, 2026

A bank celebrating 175 years in business might seem ordinary, but Clinton Savings Bank’s longevity is worth a closer look. Starting in 1851 inside an old mill, the bank has grown to seven branches across Worcester County with over $730 million in assets. Its current headquarters on Church Street has

environment

Pope Leo speaks out against toxic waste profits in Italy

May 24, 2026

Pope Leo recently visited Acerra, a town in southern Italy known for its history of illegal toxic waste dumping. The area, sometimes called the "Land of Fires, " has faced serious pollution for decades. Local residents have suffered health problems due to waste mismanagement. The Pope wanted to show

education

Dig Safely in Spring: A Quick Guide for Home Projects

May 22, 2026

Spring brings bright flowers and fresh money, but it also turns the ground into a minefield for anyone who wants to dig. Every year, thousands of underground cables and pipes are damaged across Florida, with a large share hit in the northern part of the state. These mishaps can cause expensive

science

Sometimes Playing Safe Stops Real Breakthroughs

May 22, 2026

Back in the 1600s, science hit a wall because most researchers only trusted what their eyes and hands told them. They might say a fire feels warm because it’s warm, but they didn’t dig deeper into why the warmth itself mattered. This approach worked for objects but left human feelings—like why a sun

crime

A Phone on a Bus Turns into a Tragedy

May 19, 2026

One ordinary Friday, a Cincinnati bus ride turned fatal when a 52‑year‑old passenger was shot three times over a borrowed cell phone. The victim, who had lent his device to a fellow rider, was killed while the other man fled. The accused, 27‑year‑old Leonte Coston, faces murder charges that could ke

entertainment

Old Show Finds New Fans as Movies and Reboots Light the Way

May 18, 2026

Michael Mann has built a career that spans writing, producing and directing for more than sixty years. He began on the TV series Starsky & Hutch in the mid‑1970s and moved into films with his first feature, Thief, in 1981. His reputation grew with successes like Manhunter (1986), The Last of the

celebrities

Celebrities Who Celebrate Their Birthday on May 17

May 17, 2026

May 17 marks a special day for several well‑known figures across entertainment and sports. One highlight is the 64th birthday of comedian Craig Ferguson, remembered for his quick wit on “Celebrity Name Game. ” Another star turning a year older is singer Trent Reznor, who added 61 years to his life a

entertainment

A New Quest for the Hidden Past

May 17, 2026

Paris, Hong Kong and Los Angeles‑based All Rights Entertainment has announced the international sales launch of “Christopher Hope and the Secret of Napoleon” at the Cannes Film Market. The film brings together Frankie Muniz, Christopher Lloyd and Thomas Lemoine in a family adventure that marks the f

politics

America’s Religion Debate: Freedom, Faith, and Leadership

May 17, 2026

A group of scholars and leaders are debating how religion shapes the United States. One thinker says that the God named in the Declaration of Independence is a key part of American democracy. He argues that if we accept this idea, then every person deserves the right to practice any faith.