In many big sci‑fi flicks, the plots feel oddly alike. A researcher in the field says it isn’t a coincidence; instead, there’s a shared set of ideas. She points out that films such as Blade Runner, Avatar, and Dune all tackle themes of big powers, freedom, and how strong groups steer people’s
In a recent interview on CNN, Senator Cory Booker highlighted an immigration facility in Newark. He said most people there are not criminals; their only “crime” is being in the country without proper paperwork. Booker explained that many of those detained are already working to obtain green cards
A federal jury in Spokane declared three local activists guilty of conspiracy after a heated confrontation with U. S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents last summer. The case stemmed from an attempt by ICE to move a group of detainees to a Tacoma center. Local residents gathered outside the
People who suffer from chronic ankle instability often face problems with muscle control, which can lead to repeated injuries. A new study looked at whether applying vibration directly to the calf muscles could quickly strengthen those muscles and improve how they fire during movement. The researche
UMC Health System has just opened a new double‑helipad on the corner of 8th Street and Texas Tech Parkway, right next to its main Lubbock hospital. The move replaces the old single helipad that will no longer be used. The new landing pad lets helicopters land side by side, speeding up the time it
The Florida Special Olympics tennis event held at the USTA National Campus in Lake Nona saw Team Sarasota shine, grabbing nine medals across different categories. Coaches Ron and Brenda Shields guided a group of nine athletes who all earned podium finishes: Dylan Mayes and Virginia Barakos took gold
The brand‑new PUBLIC West Hollywood hotel, created by famed entrepreneur Ian Schrager, will welcome guests on July 15. The property sits where the old Standard Hotel once stood at 8300 Sunset Boulevard, a location that was once the center of late‑90s Hollywood glamour. Instead of echoing past exc
Netflix, based in Los Gatos, California, offers streaming to more than 190 countries through its own shows, licensed titles, games and live events. Its market value of roughly $368 billion places it in the mega‑cap group, giving the firm room to grow advertising, gaming and cloud services while expa
AWOL Vision has rolled out a fresh line of projectors and screens aimed at turning any backyard into a movie theater or sports arena. The collection features the Aetherion Pro ultra‑short‑throw unit, a high‑end Valerion Max theater kit, new color options for the Valerion Pro 2, and inflatable outdoo
The event opened with a nod to a local actress who first appeared on stage in 1972’s “Godspell. ” She later earned a Tony and an Emmy, showing how early roles can open doors in both Broadway and Hollywood. A writer who transformed her romance novels into a hit series about gay hockey players was
