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Jun 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

Why can driverless cars drive cities but not farms?

California first put rules in place for farm vehicles back in 1977, long before smartphones existed, let alone robots that could steer a tractor. Today’s farms use smart tools like AI cameras and GPS maps to grow food more carefully and cheaply. But those same farms are stuck with an old rule that s

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Jun 17 2026ENVIRONMENT

Alaska's Pollock Fishing: How Gear Works and Why Sustainability Matters

Pollock fishing in Alaska relies on trawl gear, but contrary to claims, this method doesn't destroy ocean floors. Most fishing happens on sandy or muddy seabeds in the Bering Sea, where pollock gather. The gear used is designed to follow fish schools at different depths, not to scrape the seafloor c

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Jun 17 2026POLITICS

Some famous faces push back against Trump while spreading incorrect ICE claims

A group of well-known personalities recently took aim at a former president, though their arguments lacked solid ground. One host even celebrated how easily their opponents crumbled under scrutiny. This debate played out on a daily radio program that reaches listeners across the country during midda

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Jun 17 2026SCIENCE

How tiny ocean algae fight back against pollution

Tiny algae called Alexandrium pacificum have a secret weapon against water pollution. Scientists found a special gene in these algae that helps them survive when harmful chemicals enter their environment. This gene, named Gtt2, acts like a cleanup crew inside the algae cells. When toxic substances l

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Jun 17 2026FINANCE

Mortgage slowdown hits Rocket Companies shares as rates rise

Rocket Companies, a big name in home loans, is facing tougher times because mortgage rates have jumped unexpectedly high. Analysts now say the company’s short-term outlook isn’t as strong as it once was, leading to a downgrade in its stock rating. Higher rates mean fewer people can afford new mortga

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Jun 17 2026SPORTS

LeBron James: A Lakers Lock Despite Age and Economics

LeBron James turns 42 soon, yet the Lakers still treat him like their MVP—not just on the court, but in the front office. Age hasn't slowed his ticket-selling superpower; fans still fill seats for a player in his 24th season. TV networks love him too because his star power guarantees prime-time rati

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Jun 17 2026WEATHER

Finding free sandbags near you in Louisiana before the storm

Storms are coming to Louisiana, and local leaders are handing out sandbags to help people protect their homes. Sandbags act like tiny walls that block water from flooding buildings. Instead of waiting until the last minute, officials want residents to grab sandbags now and get ready early. In Lafay

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Jun 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

From YouTube to the Big Screen: How Online Creators Are Changing Movie Making

The rise of the internet hasn’t just changed how people watch movies—it’s also changing how movies are made. Creators who got their start posting short clips online are now stepping into full-length films. They’re bringing fast ideas and loyal followers with them. Comedy and horror are leading this

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Jun 17 2026POLITICS

When Chicago leaders rush to blame before facts appear

Chicago’s top officials once again showed how fast they point fingers when something shocking pops up online. A burning cross in Grant Park made headlines before anyone bothered to ask why it was there. Governor JB Pritzker immediately called it proof that racism is spreading unchecked, while Mayor

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Jun 17 2026FINANCE

Trading just got cheaper: PrimeXBT cuts costs on major markets

Many traders worry about invisible costs that quietly drain profits. PrimeXBT just made those costs smaller by slashing spreads across widely watched markets. The broker now offers zero pip spreads on the Euro-Dollar pair, numbers that were unthinkable just a few years ago. Gold traders pay just sev

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