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A New Path After Service

July 18, 2026

The writer opens with a thank you to Graham Platner, praising his time in the armed forces and noting how many people joined the fight after 9/11. He recalls his own youth, when he almost went to war too, and describes how the nation’s anger turned many young men into soldiers. After this, he shi

crime

A Teen Gets 20 Years After Killing a Gay Black Dancer in Brooklyn

July 17, 2026

The court in Brooklyn sentenced Dmitriy Popov, 20, to two decades in prison for the hate‑motivated murder of dancer O’Shae Sibley, a Black gay man. The judge gave no explanation beyond a sense of justice being served. Sibley’s friends and family were visibly shaken, with many feeling the apology off

entertainment

One Piece Adventure Comes Back to Universal Japan

July 16, 2026

Universal Studios Japan is ready for a new summer adventure that fans of the popular manga and anime series will love. The park is opening its doors to a special “One Piece Premier Summer 2026” program that will run from July 30 to November 19. The highlight is a fresh stunt show in the WaterWorld t

technology

Amazon Brings Satellite Internet to South Africa While Musk Voices Opposition

July 16, 2026

Amazon has announced a partnership with local provider Herotel to launch satellite‑based broadband in South Africa, the first such deal for the company on the continent. The move follows criticism from Elon Musk, who says he cannot use his Starlink service there because of the country’s affirmative‑

lifestyle

A New Life on the Move

July 16, 2026

She had just left a small apartment and her kids were grown. The silence that once felt like freedom now seemed empty, so she tried volunteering and joining groups but nothing stuck. Travel was a dream, yet the costs of divorce, single parenting and living in an expensive city made it impossible. Sh

technology

Unmanned Tech Test in Northern Michigan Waters

July 14, 2026

The National All‑Domain Warfighting Center will run a two‑week field test in the waters near Alpena, Michigan, from July 13 to 24. The exercise, called Silent Swarm 26, will bring together a mix of federal agencies to try out small unmanned systems that can move on water, below the surface and in th

entertainment

San Diego Harbor Gets a New Dream: From Parking Lot to Party Place

July 14, 2026

The Port of San Diego has opened a public comment window for a bold plan that could turn the busy East Harbor Island into a lively entertainment district. After publishing a Draft Environmental Impact Report, residents have until August 24 to voice their thoughts. If the plan moves forward, a stretc

sports

'From Santo Domingo to the Majors: The Journey of Junior Caminero'

July 14, 2026

'Junior Caminero grew up in the lively streets of Santo Domingo, where baseball is more than a game—it’s a way of life. From an early age he chased the ball in local parks and watched legends like Pedro Martínez and David Ortiz play, dreaming of a similar path. He skipped traditional schooling aft

sports

A Fresh Look at Ben Rice: From Massachusetts to the Majors

July 14, 2026

Ben Rice grew up in Cohasset, a town that loves Red Sox games, yet his heart beat for the Yankees. He idolized Derek Jeter as a child and imagined himself in pinstripes long before the Yankees picked him in the 12th round of the 2021 draft. Born on February 22, 1999, he spent his youth playing baseb

entertainment

Weekend fun in Minnesota – music, art and cars for all

July 14, 2026

The summer buzz in Minnesota gets louder this weekend with a mix of music, art and automotive excitement that anyone can enjoy. The Minnesota Yacht Club Festival on Harriet Island pulls a huge crowd, offering live sets from popular acts like The Lumineers and The Strokes. Three‑day passes start a