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Jun 21 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Three Netflix Picks That Are Worth Your Time

Netflix’s latest top ten list shows a mix of old favorites and fresh releases. Instead of scrolling through endless options, here are three titles that stand out this week. First up is a true‑crime documentary about a shocking murder case that kept viewers on edge. It follows the story of a y

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Jun 21 2026TECHNOLOGY

Drone Power: How Ukraine Is Changing Modern War

Ukrainian forces have turned cheap drones into a force that can hit far‑off targets, but the real game‑changer is how these machines work close to the front lines. At first, drones were a stop‑gap for missing artillery; today they patrol, spot enemies and fire with pinpoint accuracy. Soldiers

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Jun 21 2026POLITICS

Poland‑Ukraine Medal Mix‑Up Sparks Diplomatic Tension

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy recently returned a national award to the Polish head of state after Warsaw revoked it over a disagreement about World War Two history. The medal, given to Zelenskiy in 2023, was tied to a Ukrainian unit renamed after insurgents who fought for independence. Po

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Jun 21 2026OPINION

Your local paper wants your opinions—here’s how to join the discussion

Newspapers aren’t just about reporting the news anymore. Many have opened up opinion sections where readers can share their views. Some letters will challenge your thinking. Others might confirm what you already believe. A few could even make you pause and reconsider. The goal isn’t to please everyo

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Jun 21 2026ENVIRONMENT

How Trees Keep Cities Cool in Summer Heat

New York City just went through a hot spell with temps soaring past 90°F in early June. Central Park, usually the coolest spot thanks to its trees, hit 91°F on one day and 90°F the next. Meanwhile, airports like Newark and LaGuardia cooked at 96-98°F. The pattern wasn’t random—it showed how green sp

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Jun 20 2026SCIENCE

DAPHNE Mission: NASA’s New Tool to Decode Space‑Weather Secrets

NASA has chosen a new space project that will help scientists learn how Earth’s atmosphere talks to the space around it. The mission, called DAPHNE (Dynamic Atmosphere‑Ionosphere Explorer), will launch no earlier than 2029. It follows a recommendation from a 2013 report that urged better study

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Jun 20 2026FINANCE

US Funds Surge as Iran Deal Brings Hope for Oil Routes and Tech Boom

U. S. investors poured a record $38. 37 billion into equity funds last week, the biggest influx since mid‑November 2024. The surge followed a new U. S. –Iran agreement that extended a ceasefire by 60 days and promised full, free passage through the Strait of Hormuz – a key oil shipping lane that

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Jun 20 2026SPORTS

Knicks' Big Win Brings Out Big Names in NYC

New York City turned into a sea of orange and blue on June 18 as fans flooded Lower Manhattan to celebrate the Knicks' first NBA Championship since 1973. The victory parade wasn't just any celebration—it was a full-blown citywide party, complete with fireworks and a massive crowd that stretched for

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Jun 20 2026LIFESTYLE

Weed in Nevada: What you can and can't do

Nevada changed its marijuana laws in 2017, making recreational cannabis legal for adults over 21. But don’t think you can light up just anywhere. Public smoking remains off-limits in most places, including parks and streets, unless you're in a specially licensed lounge. The state also bans smoking i

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Jun 20 2026FINANCE

National City’s Money Problems Need More Than Happy Talk

National City isn’t some small town with a million extra dollars sitting in a jar. It’s a working-class city of 56, 000 people squeezed into just 7 square miles. Most folks there are busy paying rent, feeding families, and making it through the week—not studying spreadsheets to see if their city can

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