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gold rush town

New Giga Coaster Shakes Six Flags With Record‑Breaking Heights

June 14, 2026

The newest thrill at Six Flags Over Texas is set to launch in September 2026, and it promises to outdo every other coaster in the park. The ride, called Tormenta Rampaging Run, will reach 309 feet above ground and stretch 4, 199 feet across the landscape. Riders can expect a rush to speeds of 87 mil

education

Camp Invention: Where Kids Build Robots and Dream Big

June 14, 2026

In Bourbonnais, a summer camp that started 16 years ago has become a yearly adventure for young minds. This week, 145 kindergarten to sixth‑grade students gathered at Liberty Intermediate School for a week of hands‑on science, technology, engineering and math projects. The program’s star was a qu

sports

Heat‑Proof Fans: Houston’s World Cup Crowd Keeps Cool

June 14, 2026

The World Cup match in Houston drew a huge crowd even though the temperature was close to 100 degrees. Fans packed the downtown area and used portable fans, umbrellas and lots of cold drinks to stay comfortable. Organisers offered free sunscreen and set up air‑conditioned tents, making the day more

politics

Ocean City’s Big Decision: Who Will Shape the Former Wonderland Site?

June 14, 2026

The city council has turned to a professional planner to weigh options for the most debated spot in town: the old Wonderland amusement park. The expert will help assess how best to use the land while balancing community needs and future growth. Earlier this week, voters re‑elected Jay Gillian to a

health

Staying Fueled When the Storm Hits

June 14, 2026

When a hurricane is on the horizon, people rush to stock up. Water goes first, then batteries, and soon after chips, cookies, and alcohol are gone too. This rush makes sense because we crave comfort foods that feel easy during a crisis. Yet those same snacks and drinks can backfire, leaving us more

politics

The Senate Fight and Trump’s Influence in Maine

June 14, 2026

In Bar Harbor, a small town in Maine, voters are debating how much weight to give a Senate candidate’s past actions. The debate is fueled by the fact that Donald Trump, who has faced numerous accusations from women and was caught on video bragging about inappropriate behavior, is currently president

opinion

Balancing Safety and Privacy: A Modern Approach to Protecting Kids

June 14, 2026

When a child vanishes, every minute counts. Parents rush to find their lost child, not pondering politics or technology. In the past, families had limited tools to help police catch offenders before tragedy struck. Today’s tech offers a chance to act faster and save lives. Modern cameras and licens

crime

Gangs, Guns and Broken Trust: Why South Africa’s Roughest Streets Turn Deadly

June 14, 2026

The latest tragedy in Johannesburg’s shanty town shows how crime, poor policing and a flood of illegal guns combine to make the poorest neighborhoods the most dangerous. Twelve people were killed and more than a dozen hurt when gunmen opened fire on a crowded block, but no suspect has been caught ye

entertainment

Three Netflix Films Worth Your Time This Weekend

June 14, 2026

Netflix keeps adding new titles, but picking the right one can feel like a maze. Every weekend, I sift through the platform’s current top 10 movies and highlight only those that truly stand out. This week, three films rise to the top: a light‑hearted rom‑com starring Jennifer Lopez, a chilling true‑

art

A Vanishing Gallery of Childhood Dreams

June 14, 2026

The world’s largest collection of children’s drawings, more than 100 000 pieces, faces a sudden future in doubt. The museum that opened in 1986 began as a film project by Rafael Goldin, an immigrant from the Soviet Union. He asked kids worldwide to share how they see the world and began collectin