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Parents Gain Power to Protect Kids Online

July 17, 2026

Families often feel lost when it comes to keeping children safe on the internet. A therapist from Dallas who runs a counseling practice has been fighting for change, both in her office and on Capitol Hill. She joined parents from across the country to push for a bill that would let parents block app

politics

Big Insurers Fight Back as States Try to Break Them Up

July 8, 2026

In several U. S. states, lawmakers have started to tackle the growing power of the country’s largest health‑insurance companies. Arkansas and Tennessee introduced bills that would stop these firms from running prescription benefit programs and operating their own pharmacies, both in stores and onlin

crypto

The Crypto Law That Might Not Pass This Year

July 6, 2026

Talk about bad timing. A major crypto bill, called the Clarity Act, was supposed to be signed by July 4. That didn’t happen. Now, things are getting tight. If Congress can’t pass it before the midterms in November, the bill might not make it at all. Why? Because after the election, new lawmakers cou

politics

Fisheries politics in Alaska: What happens when election promises clash with science and reality

July 6, 2026

Senators in Washington often talk big about supporting local industries like Alaska’s seafood sector. But when a new bill suddenly appears—one that claims to fix a problem no one seems to agree on—it’s worth taking a closer look. The Bycatch Reduction and Research Act, introduced recently, promises

crypto

Europe’s Crypto Rules Get a Makeover: Stablecoins Take Center Stage

July 3, 2026

Three years after Europe introduced its first major crypto rules under MiCA, the system is getting a second look. Back in 2021, officials thought stablecoins—crypto tied to regular money like the dollar or euro—would play a small role. Now, they’re everywhere, especially for moving cash across borde

crime

AI scams are getting smarter—and Montana could be the next testing ground

July 3, 2026

Scammers have always existed, but today’s technology gives them superpowers. Instead of relying on old tricks like fake emails or phone calls, they now use AI to sound exactly like your loved one or create fake documents that look real. This isn’t just a small upgrade—it’s a game-changer. In Montana

politics

Social media warning rules paused in Minnesota, legal battle heats up

July 2, 2026

Minnesota passed a law last year requiring social media platforms to show pop-up warnings about mental health risks, but it hasn't been enforced yet. A court fight with tech industry groups has put the brakes on these warnings until a judge decides if the law even makes sense under free speech rules

politics

Alaska's long-awaited gas pipeline faces last-minute hurdles

June 30, 2026

For half a century, Alaskans have heard promises about a natural gas pipeline that never materialized. Countless studies, proposals, and false starts came and went, often because the project seemed too complex or too costly. Then came a private developer willing to put real money on the table, sign

technology

Why most people avoid living near tech data centers

June 26, 2026

A recent survey shows half of Americans wouldn’t want to call a data center neighborhood home. Only one in five would even consider it, while the rest aren’t sure. Their biggest worries? Too much strain on local water and electricity. Over sixty percent believe these facilities will hurt the environ

politics

Law Enforcement and Catholic Groups Raise Alarm Over Crypto Bill

June 25, 2026

Law enforcement agencies and Catholic organizations recently sent warnings to the U. S. government about a bill that could weaken efforts to fight financial crime, particularly involving cryptocurrency. A coalition of four law enforcement groups—representing over 70, 000 police officers, prosecutors