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AI Judges at X Games in Aspen: Future of Scoring?

January 23, 2025

This week, the X Games in Aspen is taking a revolutionary step by incorporating artificial intelligence to judge halfpipe runs. Jeremy Bloom, the X Games' new CEO and a former freestyle skier, has partnered with Google founder Sergey Brin to develop this technology using Google Cloud tools. Bloom be

crime

Tragedy Strikes: Border Agent Shot in Vermont Near Canadian Border

January 22, 2025

A sad day for law enforcement and the community: U. S. Border Patrol agent David Maland lost his life during a traffic stop in Vermont, close to the Canadian border. This incident, which also claimed the life of a German national and injured another suspect, took place on a busy highway in Coventry.

crime

Tragedy Strikes: Border Agent Dies in Vermont Shooting

January 21, 2025

Monday afternoon brought shocking news to Vermont. A U. S. Border Patrol agent lost their life in an unexpected shooting incident on Interstate 91 near the Canadian border. The event, which occurred around 3:15 p. m. , resulted in the deaths of both the agent and another individual. A second person

politics

Trump Threatens Tariffs on Canadian Goods by February

January 21, 2025

U. S. President Donald Trump has hinted at imposing 25% tariffs on Canadian imports starting February 1. He made this announcement during the signing of executive orders at the White House. Trump blamed Canada, among other countries, for allowing a large number of people and the drug fentanyl to ent

crime

Border Patrol Agent's Death: A Tragedy on Vermont's I-91

January 21, 2025

In a shocking turn of events, a U. S. Border Patrol agent lost their life while on duty in northern Vermont, close to the Canadian border. The Department of Homeland Security confirmed the incident but didn't dive into specifics. The tragic event occurred on Interstate 91 in Coventry, roughly 20 mil

crime

Rescue Efforts for Missing Fishermen Continue After Stormy Seas Encounter

January 21, 2025

On Sunday, the US Coast Guard restarted their search for a father and son who didn’t return from a fishing trip off the coast of Maine. Chester and Aaron Barret, fishing aboard their 34-foot boat named “Sudden Impact, ” headed out from Cobscook Bay State Park early Saturday morning and never came ba

entertainment

Crime Drama Wild Cards Hits Top 10 on Prime Video

January 20, 2025

Ever wondered why a show with a perfect score on Rotten Tomatoes isn't on everyone's radar? Meet "Wild Cards, " a charming crime drama that's quietly making waves. This Canadian gem recently hit the No. 3 spot on Prime Video's top 10 shows. It's all about an unlikely duo: a demoted detective and a c

sports

Kingston's Sports Legends Join Hall of Fame in 2025

January 17, 2025

On January 14, 2025, the Kingston & District Sports Hall of Fame announced its newest inductees. Mark Potter, himself a Hall of Fame member, introduced the athletes and builders for the year. The Hall, established in 1994 by Joe Hawkins, recognizes local sports figures. Two athletes and four builder

health

Helping Hands: How Canada Aids Decision Making for People with Intellectual Disabilities

January 17, 2025

Ever wondered how someone with an intellectual disability makes choices? Canada has a unique method to lend a hand. Researchers checked out seven individuals with varying degrees of intellectual disabilities across two Canadian provinces. Guess what they discovered? A common decision-making process

politics

Canada's Premiers Face Off Over Trump's Tariff Threats

January 15, 2025

As the clock ticks down to Donald Trump's inauguration, Canada's provincial leaders are at a loss over how to handle the president-elect's tariff threats. They're scrambling to protect their economies, but they don't agree on the best way to do it. Alberta's premier, Danielle Smith, met with Trump a