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Jun 19 2026ENVIRONMENT

AI Powerhouses: How Their Footprint Stacks Up

Data centers that run artificial‑intelligence programs are getting a lot of attention for the electricity and water they use. In 2023, U. S. facilities drew about 176 terawatt‑hours—roughly 4½ percent of the country’s total power. That sounds huge, but when you compare it to other big polluters, the

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Jun 19 2026POLITICS

Rainy Juneteenth Plans Force Last-Minute Changes Across the South

This year’s Juneteenth celebrations faced an unexpected challenge—not from planning disagreements, but from the sky itself. Heavy storms sweeping through the southern and eastern U. S. forced cities to rethink outdoor events just days before June 19. In Clarkston, Georgia, organizers scrapped the ho

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Jun 17 2026POLITICS

Big Data Centers: A Hidden Cost for Small Towns

Data centers are huge, usually between half a million and several million square feet – the size of eight to forty football fields. They look plain, with no windows and thick concrete walls that keep out intruders. Inside, thousands of racks hold special processors called GPUs or TPUs. Each rack use

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Jun 16 2026LIFESTYLE

Summer Fun Awaits in Loyalist Township’s Free Learning Labs

This summer, Loyalist Township is turning childhood curiosity into hands-on fun with Exploration Days, a series of free weekly workshops happening at two spots—Babcock Mill in Odessa and Bath Museum & Visitors Centre. From July to August, every Thursday and Friday, kids and adults can drop in betwee

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Jun 16 2026WEATHER

Rainy Days Ahead: What Mississippi Should Expect This Week

This week, Mississippi is in for a wet surprise. Heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected to roll in early, bringing a real risk of flash flooding. The southwest part of the state, including Jackson, is under the highest alert with a Level 2 warning. That means 3 to 5 inches of rain could fall quic

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Jun 15 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Summer fun with Polynesian beats at Disney Springs

This summer, Disney Springs is turning up the heat for kids with a splash of island vibes. Instead of hiding indoors from the sun, families can head straight to The Marketplace Splash Pad for free dance parties inspired by Polynesian traditions. The Cool Kids’ Summer lineup brings not just music, bu

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Jun 14 2026HEALTH

Beach trips ruined by hidden water dangers

This weekend was supposed to be perfect for beach lovers in Massachusetts. Weather forecasts promised sunny skies and warm temperatures in the mid-80s across the South Shore. But three Plymouth beaches—College Pond, Fearings Pond (two separate spots), and Damon Pond Beach in Ashby—ended up closed du

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Jun 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

Digital Traps: How Scammers Target Your Phone

Think about your phone. It is a powerful tool, right? But sometimes that power makes you vulnerable. A huge digital scamming network has been operating for a while. This group distributes special online toolsets designed to trick people into giving away money or private data. These tools allow bad a

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Jun 13 2026FINANCE

Tech Stocks: What Do The Experts Really Think?

Thinking about investing can feel super confusing, right? You hear big words like "bullish" and "consensus. " But what does it all really mean for your money? When people look at technology companies, they are often looking at massive growth potential. These businesses change how we live every sing

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Jun 13 2026POLITICS

Iowa's Big State Money Move

Think about how much money a state government handles. It’s massive! When lawmakers pass an "omnibus" law, it means they are cramming many different rules and funding decisions into one huge package. These bills deal with everything from local school budgets to state health services. A recent major

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