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Girls Dreaming of STEM: A Real Unicorn

March 7, 2026

Many children love stories about magical creatures. In schools, work places and colleges a different kind of magic exists. Girls who want to study science, technology, engineering or math are the real heroes. The lack of female role models hurts their confidence. When teachers give examp

politics

AI, War and the Right‑to‑Repair Debate

March 6, 2026

The U. S. Army has decided to pull $200 million worth of software from a major AI company because the firm will not let it be used for mass spying on citizens or for fully autonomous weapons. The move sparks a debate about who gets to decide how powerful technology is used. The company’s leaders sa

entertainment

Hawaii Welcomes a New Mystery on the Big Island

March 6, 2026

The second season of the mystery series “Untamed” is moving from California’s rugged peaks to the volcanic shores of Hawaii. The show, which followed a park ranger named Kyle Turner through a puzzling death in Yosemite, now finds him on the Big Island’s active volcanoes. Turner, played by Eric Bana,

politics

More Hands on the Table Won’t Fix It

March 5, 2026

"People who feel unheard often point fingers at a small group of decision‑makers, saying the county didn’t listen. The truth is that the three commissioners usually read the letters and petitions, but they may simply disagree with what is being asked for. The main argument for adding two more seat

science

Nature’s Calm: How Green Spaces Beat Climate Stress

March 4, 2026

Climate change is worsening mental health problems worldwide. Researchers wanted to see if nature‑based activities could help people feel better when the planet warms. They gathered every study that looked at green spaces, gardening, or outdoor therapy and checked how many people benefited. ...

business

New Costco Coming to Montgomery County

March 3, 2026

A big change is on the way for residents in East County. A new Costco store will open inside a large development called VIVA White Oak. The warehouse will cover about 162, 000 square feet and will be the first big store in a project that spans 280 acres. The site sits close to the Food and Drug Admi

science

Idol Fever: What Drives Teens to Love Their Stars

February 28, 2026

The study looks at why young people in China become obsessed with pop idols. It follows a group of teenagers and adults as they start to admire singers, actors or dancers. Researchers noticed that the first step is curiosity. Seeing a new music video or a viral dance clip sparks interest, a

entertainment

Free Stream Alert: Classic London Crime Flick Hits Tubi

February 28, 2026

Guy Ritchie’s early‑2000s crime comedy, featuring Jason Statham and a star‑studded cast, is now available at no cost on Tubi. The film unfolds in London’s underworld, where a stolen diamond sparks chaos among boxers, promoters, and petty thieves. Its release in 2001 earned a solid reputation for

crime

Police and Court Actions in February: A Quick Look

February 27, 2026

The state prison system is looking into an inmate who attacked a civilian counselor and a correction officer on Monday at Lakeview Shock Correctional Facility, sending both staff to the hospital. At Niagara County, Sheriff’s deputies charged 33‑year‑old Eric M. Mende after he crashed into a patro

weather

Wildfire Watch: Strong Winds and Dry Air in Boulder County

February 27, 2026

Boulder County will face a red flag warning from 8 a. m. to 6 p. m. Friday, meaning conditions could make any fire spread quickly. The National Weather Service says the main danger is wind and low humidity. Wind speeds are expected to stay between 15 and 25 mph, with gusts up to 40 mph in lower ele