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Tracing the silent journey of plutonium in the Pacific

July 3, 2026

Plutonium might sound like a word from a sci-fi movie, but it’s actually a useful tool for scientists studying ocean currents. In the western North Pacific, two main sources of plutonium exist: old nuclear tests scattered plutonium across the globe, while nearby US tests left a different kind of mar

business

World Cup Waves Bring Extra Cash to North Bay Hangouts

July 3, 2026

North Bay bars and restaurants are cashing in on soccer fever as World Cup games fill tables and boost sales. Some spots see sales jump by a quarter when big matches air, but business swings depending on which teams play. Mexico and the USA draws the biggest crowds, with fans ordering nachos and Baj

finance

Trump’s crypto bet paid off while others lost big

July 3, 2026

In 2025, Donald Trump’s family made millions from digital coins while most people who bought them lost cash. The Trump-linked token, $TRUMP, shot up to a massive $15 billion market cap shortly after launch but dropped hard to just $400 million—a 97% crash. Yet none of that mattered to Trump because

sports

How the U. S. Soccer Team Stays United After Big Wins

July 3, 2026

The U. S. soccer team moved forward in the 2026 World Cup after beating Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 in a tough match. The game stayed tight for most of the 90 minutes, and even after extra time, they had to play short-handed. One player got a red card early, leaving the team with 10 men for nearly 35

politics

Political chat show faces heat over religious comments on 2028 candidates

July 3, 2026

A recent TV segment sparked controversy when a presenter suggested voters might judge two potential 2028 presidential hopefuls differently based on how visibly Jewish they appear. The comments came during a discussion about whether Senator Jon Ossoff or Governor Josh Shapiro would resonate more with

entertainment

Rob’s quiet life and other small changes in TV and sports

July 3, 2026

Rob Kardashian has stepped out of the spotlight lately. He’s not posting as much, staying away from big events, and splitting most of his time between business projects. His only brother-sister closeness turns up on camera with Khloé, where they joke about raising his daughter, Dream. No girlfriend

business

Luxury brands now sell experiences, not just products

July 3, 2026

For a long time, luxury meant owning expensive things. Now, it’s shifting toward selling how things make you feel. This idea drives Alo Yoga’s push into the French Riviera. The brand, known for yoga clothes, is expanding beyond apparel with new stores in Cannes and Saint-Tropez, a beach takeover at

politics

Celebrating America's big birthday in Philly despite the heat

July 3, 2026

Philadelphia kicked off its 250th birthday festivities with a splash, but not the kind you'd expect on a scorching July day. With temperatures pushing past 100 degrees, many planned events took a backseat to the weather. Yet some Philadelphians weren't about to let a little heat wave stop their cele

finance

Robinhood’s big crypto and prediction market moves: what’s really changing?

July 3, 2026

Robinhood is making big changes to how people trade, but not all of them are about crypto. The company just launched its own blockchain network called Robinhood Chain, which runs on top of Ethereum’s tech. This network is meant to help people trade things like tokenized stocks and use decentralized

crypto

Europe’s Crypto Rules Get a Makeover: Stablecoins Take Center Stage

July 3, 2026

Three years after Europe introduced its first major crypto rules under MiCA, the system is getting a second look. Back in 2021, officials thought stablecoins—crypto tied to regular money like the dollar or euro—would play a small role. Now, they’re everywhere, especially for moving cash across borde