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Scottish soccer crowds show Boston who’s boss in drinking stakes

June 18, 2026

When Scottish soccer fans invaded Boston last weekend, they didn’t just cheer their team on—they emptied local bars faster than you can say “cheers. ” While Irish-American drinkers usually get the spotlight for their legendary nights out, the visitors from Scotland outdid them by swarming taverns be

crime

A local business owner and gun trainer made a deadly choice after a night out

June 18, 2026

Eric Franks had spent years teaching people in West Philadelphia how to handle guns safely. In one of his videos, he showed how to secure a belt loaded with gear so a firearm wouldn’t swing loose. Friends remember him repeating the same lesson: “Don’t pull your gun unless you have to. ” Yet on a Sat

lifestyle

A Modern Jungle Home Built with Bamboo in Tulum

June 18, 2026

In Mexico’s Tulum region, where the jungle meets the beach, one home stands out for blending seamlessly with its surroundings. Instead of fighting the tropical climate, Villa CORA embraces it. Built mostly from bamboo, the house uses natural materials to stay cool in the heat and open designs to let

politics

U. S. Decision on Russian Oil Sanctions Leaves Future Unclear

June 18, 2026

The U. S. made a quiet move last week by letting a key exemption for Russian oil shipments lapse at midnight. Instead of announcing an extension, officials stayed silent, leaving traders and governments guessing whether penalties would snap back. This pause in sanctions first happened during the ene

politics

Why missing Colorado’s June elections could shape your November choices

June 18, 2026

Colorado’s primary elections in June often get ignored despite how much they decide the November race. While November draws big crowds, June’s ballots go largely unopened—especially by unaffiliated voters who make up over half the state’s electorate. Many don’t realize they can vote in either party’

politics

Utah's Primary Battles: Who’s Really Calling the Shots?

June 18, 2026

Utah’s upcoming primary elections are shaping up to be a high-stakes showdown, with incumbents facing tough challenges and outside money flooding races. In one of the most watched contests, Utah Senate President Stuart Adams—a longtime political figure—now finds himself in an unexpectedly close race

politics

Why a High-Tech Ocean Network Costing Taxpayers $386 Million Faces Sudden Cuts

June 18, 2026

Scientists and lawmakers are raising alarms after learning that a massive network of ocean sensors—built over years at a cost of $386 million—could be dismantled by 2027. The system, made up of more than 900 instruments spread across coastal waters from Oregon to Greenland, has spent the last decade

education

How Fake Students Are Draining Utah’s College Funds

June 18, 2026

Last year, Utah’s colleges paid over $834, 000 for students who didn’t exist—a problem called enrollment fraud. These "ghost students" use stolen or fake identities to get financial aid, forcing real students to wait for classes while schools scramble to fix the mess. Salt Lake Community College alo

celebrities

A Comedian’s Long Road from Harvey to Hollywood

June 18, 2026

Tom Dreesen, a comedian who spent years touring with Frank Sinatra, passed away recently. He grew up in Harvey, Illinois, a place where his family stood out as one of the few white households in a predominantly Black neighborhood. Life wasn’t easy—Dreesen had to help support his seven siblings from

technology

How to protect your home tech when a hurricane comes

June 18, 2026

When a storm like Tropical Storm Arthur is coming, people usually think about food, water, and flashlights. But what about the gadgets sitting around your house? Security cameras, leak detectors, and even smoke alarms can take a beating during a hurricane if they're not handled right. Outdoor camer