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Bill Curry: A South Street Legend Who Turned Bars into Stories

July 14, 2026

Bill Curry, 85, left a lasting mark on Philadelphia’s South Street. He traded his newspaper job for a barstool and opened Copabanana in 1978, turning a modest tavern into a local icon. The spot became known for its art‑deco vibe, fresh lime margaritas, sizzling burgers in a front‑window grill, and g

entertainment

A New Path in Music and TV: The Story of Mona Scott‑Young

July 14, 2026

Mona Scott‑Young stands out as a pioneer who pushed the limits of both music and television. Her career began in the music world, where she worked at Radio City Music Hall before teaming up with the late Chris Lighty. Together they founded Violator Management in 1996, guiding artists such as Bust

politics

Grooming Gangs and the Politics of Reporting

July 14, 2026

Three brothers from Sheffield—Amar, Kamar and Kamran Ilyas—were handed a total of 40 years behind bars on June 22, 2026. Their crimes spanned from 2004 to 2008 and involved the sexual abuse of five girls, some as young as twelve. One victim was assaulted by all three siblings, and Amar fled to Pakis

entertainment

A Quiet Visionary Turns Medellín’s Past into Film

July 14, 2026

Stillz, the Colombian‑American who keeps his face hidden behind a bandanna, has spent most of his career making music videos for big names like Bad Bunny and Rosalía. Yet when he steps off the set, he prefers to disappear from the spotlight, texting instead of talking on camera or phone. His new

business

Renting in Missoula: What You Need to Know

July 14, 2026

Missoula’s rental market is a hot topic right now, and experts are weighing in on what renters should expect. The city’s population is growing, which means more people are looking for places to live. At the same time, landlords face higher costs and tighter regulations, so rents are rising acr

technology

Tech Giants Face Street Protest Over AI Growth

July 14, 2026

Protesters marched in San Francisco’s downtown, moving between the headquarters of OpenAI, Anthropic and Google DeepMind. The aim was clear: stop the launch of new AI models that push the limits of power and complexity. The event, organized by Stop the AI Race, mixed concerns about machine safety

politics

New York Stops Data‑Center Expansion to Protect Power and the Planet

July 14, 2026

The governor of New York has put a temporary hold on the construction of large data centers that would use more than 50 MW of electricity. The pause could last up to a year and will give the state time to set stricter rules for future projects. The decision is part of a plan that also includes endin

opinion

Putting the Phone on a Short Break

July 14, 2026

The first part of this experiment was simple: pull the phone out of your pocket and put it on a table. The second part is to keep that table in a place you can see the whole room from, so you don’t fall into the habit of scrolling while eating or watching TV. The author did exactly that, calling it

politics

Supreme Court Decision Sparks Debate Over Voting Rights

July 14, 2026

A Supreme Court ruling on April 29 has sparked intense discussion about the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Some people say the Court weakened the law, while others argue it was a misunderstanding of the case. The decision focused on a 1982 amendment, not the original act itself. The ruling used a compl

education

The Humanities Make a Comeback in the Tech World

July 14, 2026

The idea that only science and math matter in today’s jobs is old news. A new twist on the usual STEM mix now shows how people who study literature, history or art can be just as valuable. The term STHEAM – Science, Technology, Humanities, Engineering and Math – highlights this shift. In a universi