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Alaska Senate race gets messy with claims and counter-claims

June 27, 2026

A heated argument has erupted in Alaska over who should be on the ballot for the Senate race. The National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) has filed a complaint claiming one candidate is breaking rules. They say this candidate is trying to trick voters by creating confusion. The NRSC has also

health

See what’s cooking in your neighborhood eatery

June 27, 2026

Every city has spots where people stop for a bite—breakfast diners, midday burger joints, late-night pizza places. Customers drop in without thinking much about where their meal comes from or how it’s made. Yet behind every lunch special or after-work slice is a system meant to keep things safe. In

politics

Socialist Surge in Wisconsin and North Carolina: A New Political Wave

June 26, 2026

The latest political buzz shows that groups calling themselves democratic socialists are testing their reach beyond the usual safe zones. In Wisconsin, a state that has often leaned Republican in presidential elections, several Democrats are vying to become governor. Among them is state Rep. Frances

technology

Google Finance steps up with new AI tools and a fresh app for Android users

June 26, 2026

Google Finance just left its testing phase behind, launching a dedicated Android app packed with fresh tools. The big draw is portfolio tracking, a feature many users missed since it vanished back in 2017. Now, investors can pull up a single dashboard to check how their stocks are doing and get quic

business

Where’s the AI money coming from? The gamble on tech’s future is getting risky

June 26, 2026

Tech giants are betting billions on AI, but the real question isn’t about smarter bots—it’s about whether anyone will actually pay for them. Over $7 trillion is flowing into AI this decade, mostly to build giant data centers. Yet while companies like Meta, Amazon, and Microsoft borrow heavily to mak

technology

How Stories Grow in the Digital Age

June 25, 2026

"Companies drop news at dawn, but by the time the press release is read, TikTok videos have already spun a story. Shortly after, tweets turn into heated debates, LinkedIn posts erupt with employee opinions, and journalists cover the reaction as much as the original event. AI tools then distill

politics

How New York’s Primaries Show the Shift in Democratic Politics

June 25, 2026

New York’s recent midterm primaries delivered a clear message: progressive voices are reshaping the Democratic Party. Three candidates backed by Democratic socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani won their races, with two defeating long-time incumbents. In District 13, newcomer Darializa Avila Chevalier pull

sports

Data‑Driven Grappling: How Tech Is Changing Martial Arts

June 23, 2026

Combat sports are stepping into a new era where data helps athletes, coaches and gyms stay ahead. Instead of relying on gut feelings and handwritten notes, fighters can now log every roll, punch or hold. SmashLog’s platform turns these logs into clear insights that show a trainee what to pract

politics

A Map Can Be the Biggest Lie in Politics

June 21, 2026

The idea that politicians can safely cheat voters by shaping maps is a dangerous myth. When the group in power loses an election, people loudly denounce its map‑making, calling it unfair and unconstitutional. Once that group wins back control, the criticism fades. The new maps look almost the sam

technology

How Tech is Changing the Way We Experience the U. S. Open

June 20, 2026

The U. S. Open isn’t just about the swings and putts anymore. Thanks to a wave of new digital tools, fans are getting a deeper look at the game than ever before. Some of these changes started with the women’s tournament, but now they’re making their mark on the main event. Whether you're on the cour