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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

politics

New York Puts a One‑Year Pause on Big Data Centers

July 14, 2026

The state is about to halt the building of massive data centers for a full year. This pause means no new permits will be approved for facilities that use fifty megawatts or more of power. The move places New York first in the country to take this step and sparks a wider debate about how tech g

entertainment

New July Hits: From Rolling Stones to Virtual Castles

July 6, 2026

July brings a mix of music, movies and games that will keep you busy. The Rolling Stones are back with fresh tracks, while a new “Little House” series and the film “Backrooms” hit streaming platforms. Music lovers can listen to the Stones’ latest album, which features guest artists and a special

technology

Better sports wearables without extra batteries?

July 6, 2026

Athletes once had to carry clunky gadgets strapped to their arms or legs just to track their moves. Those devices needed bulky batteries and constant recharging, which made workouts uncomfortable and cut short training sessions. Now imagine wearing something that powers itself while you run or jump—

technology

Holyoke Wants to Research Data Centers Before Letting Them In

July 4, 2026

Holyoke is setting up a team to study whether big tech buildings will help or hurt the city. After banning new data centers in June, leaders now want more facts before making permanent rules. The temporary committee will look at how these high-tech sites use electricity, drink lots of water, affect

environment

Turning coastal foam waste into green building material

July 2, 2026

Foam from takeaway boxes and packaging often ends up in oceans, floating like tiny white islands that never break down. Scientists looked at whether this floating trash could serve a new purpose instead of adding to pollution. The team tested a method to collect, clean, and grind the foam without us

health

Big Grants Boost New Ways to Save Babies and Fight Overdoses

June 24, 2026

The University of California, San Diego has just secured two sizeable research awards that together amount to $16 million. One grant comes from the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health, a federal program that looks to speed up life‑changing medical inventions. It will fund a team led by elec

politics

Big energy moves: loans, oil, and legal fights

June 24, 2026

The U. S. government just set aside $17. 5 billion to build ten new nuclear reactors by 2030. That’s enough power for a city like San Francisco at its busiest moment. The money won’t go straight to power companies. Instead, it will pay for parts that take years to make, like reactor vessels and stea

sports

Who Will Shine for the Falcons in 2026?

June 22, 2026

The Atlanta Falcons are on the brink of a new era, and several young players could become the team’s next stars. The focus has often been on safety Xavier Watts, but other athletes are ready to step up as well. Xavier Watts made a splash in his rookie year with 96 tackles, 11 pass break‑ups and fiv

politics

Data Centers: Virginia’s Power Play and Local Debate

June 18, 2026

Virginia’s growing data‑center industry is stirring both excitement and concern across the state. Supporters argue that these massive facilities bring in substantial tax revenue and create jobs, helping to keep Virginia competitive in a tech‑driven world. Critics point out the hefty energy demands a