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pacific northwest coast

Ecuador’s fight against crime: progress and questions

May 25, 2026

Ecuador’s leader recently talked about the country’s crime-fighting plans and some good news on the economy during an important speech. He pointed to big moves like sending crime bosses to the U. S. and taking nearly 300 tons of drugs off the streets. The country sits between two major cocaine produ

sports

How three new schools changed the ACC’s money game

May 25, 2026

The Atlantic Coast Conference took a bold step in 2024 by welcoming three new members from the far edges of the country. Southern Methodist University in Texas and two powerhouses from California—Stanford and the University of California, Berkeley—joined the league, stretching its reach from sea to

weather

Memorial Day weekend weather: wet East, dry West, and some surprises

May 25, 2026

Memorial Day weekend is shaping up to be a weather rollercoaster across the U. S. While the West enjoys mostly sunny skies and rising temperatures, the East braces for a soggy holiday with showers, storms, and even flash floods. A slow-moving weather front is the main culprit, pulling in moisture an

lifestyle

A Bold Leap: Trading Suits for Sails at 30

May 25, 2026

Two tech workers in Seattle found themselves stuck between a rock and a hard place when visa troubles made international travel risky. Bianca, a finance reporter covering AI's rise on Wall Street, and Charlie, a principal engineer at Amazon leading buy-now-pay-later teams, were living comfortable li

politics

Colombia's Big Three Race Nears Finish Line After Crowd-Pulling Final Push

May 25, 2026

Colombia wrapped up its main presidential campaign phase last Sunday with three massive rallies that felt more like rock concerts than political events. The biggest crowds turned out in three different cities: Barranquilla on the coast, Medellín in the business heartland, and Bogotá, the capital. Th

entertainment

Orlando’s Hidden Gems Beyond Theme Parks

May 25, 2026

Orlando isn’t just about roller coasters and cartoon characters—though those are fun too. The city is mixing up its appeal with new attractions like Universal’s upcoming Epic Universe park, set to house five brand-new rides. Even sports fans get a treat: England and Costa Rica kick off the 2026 FIFA

politics

Behind the Diplomatic Moves Between the U. S. and Taiwan

May 23, 2026

So far, neither Washington nor Taipei has finalized any official phone call between their leaders. That’s what four sources familiar with the discussions say after U. S. President Donald Trump hinted recently that he might speak with Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te soon. If it happens, it would be

lifestyle

All-Inclusive Resorts in Jamaica Bounce Back Stronger After Big Storm

May 23, 2026

After Hurricane Melissa tore through Jamaica in late 2025, most Sandals resorts shut down for a while. But these places aren’t just vacation spots—they’re a big deal for Caribbean tourism, like bees helping flowers grow. Three months later, many reopen with fresh upgrades and new features. Sandals D

weather

Coastal cool-down rolls in before summer kicks off

May 23, 2026

The Bay Area is trading its recent warm, dry spell for a cooler pattern just in time for Memorial Day. A shift in the atmosphere is pushing in cooler air from the Pacific, bringing back the familiar gray skies and ocean breezes. Instead of high pressure keeping things toasty, a low-pressure system i

business

New Leader Drives LiveKit’s AI Growth

May 22, 2026

LiveKit, a platform that lets companies create voice, video and physical AI agents, has hired Tom Davies as its new Chief Revenue Officer. The move comes as the firm expands its sales, finance and marketing teams to keep pace with the rising demand from large businesses for voice‑driven AI solutions