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Jun 10 2026TECHNOLOGY

GM’s New App and Tech: Making EV Charging and Energy Sharing Easier

General Motors is rolling out tools to make electric vehicles more practical for everyday use. Starting June 9, GM’s app will let owners find and pay for charging stations in one place. The update covers nearly 70% of fast chargers in the U. S. , including Tesla and Electrify America stations. Owner

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Jun 10 2026TECHNOLOGY

A Smarter Way to Track EV Batteries

Electric cars and power storage systems need trusted batteries, but spotting problems early is tricky. A new chip from Texas Instruments aims to change that. It monitors up to 26 battery cells at once, giving engineers a detailed picture of how each cell behaves. Instead of waiting for a battery to

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Jun 10 2026BUSINESS

Germany’s big bet on the future of flight

Germany is rolling out a long-term play to stay ahead in the skies. Over the next fifteen years, the country plans to pump money into military jets, cleaner fuels, and cutting-edge tech to keep its aviation sector strong and less dependent on others. The government will greenlight this strategy soon

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Jun 10 2026POLITICS

Congress Takes a Stand on Iran Conflict

Three months into the conflict with Iran, U. S. lawmakers finally broke ranks to challenge President Trump’s handling of hostilities. Democrats and a small group of Republicans united behind measures to limit the president’s power to continue military actions without Congress’ approval—something the

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Jun 10 2026BUSINESS

Smart web addresses can be worth millions. Here's why.

Buying a top domain for over a million dollars feels crazy until you see what it actually does. Most people think of websites as just online business cards, but the best ones act like digital headquarters. When a company snags the perfect web address, customers stop searching and start going straigh

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Jun 10 2026FINANCE

Why Your Tax Bill Shocked You (And How to Fix It)

A big tax bill that comes out of nowhere isn’t just bad luck—it’s a signal that something in your financial setup broke down over the year. Most business owners assume their tax bill is just unlucky, but the real issue is usually one of four common problems in how they handle taxes and their financi

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Jun 10 2026OPINION

The U. S. Flag: More Than Just Fabric and Thread

June 14th marks a day most people barely notice—Flag Day. But this date isn’t just another holiday. It remembers a decision made in 1777, when a group of leaders agreed on the first design for America’s flag: thirteen stripes and thirteen stars. Back then, the stars weren’t even arranged in a neat p

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Jun 10 2026BUSINESS

AI tools spark record solo business boom in the US

The rise of AI tools is changing how Americans start businesses. Since early 2025, applications from one-person firms have jumped over 20%, while hiring-focused businesses haven’t seen much growth. This shift suggests people are using AI to build companies alone rather than hiring teams right away.

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Jun 10 2026OPINION

Mental Health in Crisis: Why Jails Aren't the Answer

People in San Diego County facing severe mental health episodes often end up in places they never should – ERs overcrowded with psychiatric cases or jail cells designed for punishment, not treatment. That's not just unlucky. It's a sign of a system that confuses sickness with crime. Crisis teams exi

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Jun 10 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Downtown Austin’s fresh summer launch deserves a closer look

A brand-new festival called Downtown Dish pops up this Saturday in Austin’s downtown core. Instead of sitting indoors, attendees get to wander between food stalls, live entertainment, and pop-up vendor booths. Local organizers have already been teasing snapshots of the vendors on social media, givin

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