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Jun 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Summer Art Day: A Bright Exhibit Filled with Color and Creativity

Summer in Southern California brings sunshine, citrus scents, and a splash of color. A new art show called ""Freshly Squeezed"" invites people to experience just that. Instead of sitting indoors, visitors get to enjoy vibrant artwork inspired by season’s brightest themes. The exhibit runs from mid-J

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Jun 11 2026SCIENCE

Copper Mix Boosts CO2 to Methane in Electrolyzers

The goal of turning carbon dioxide into useful fuels is to make energy more sustainable. One popular route uses electricity to reduce CO2 into methane while keeping the solution neutral. But making this process efficient at high power is tough because the usual steps need many proton‑electron moves,

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Jun 10 2026POLITICS

Data Centers Must Move: Buchanan Town Tightens Rules

Buchanan’s city council recently pushed a new ordinance that bans any data center operations from operating inside the town limits. The move comes after growing concerns about heat, power usage and the environmental impact of these large facilities. While the city has been a hub for small businesses

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Jun 10 2026CELEBRITIES

Pierce Brosnan Speaks Up on Climate Change from His Hawaii Home

Pierce Brosnan used his Instagram account to share a strong message about climate change, standing outside his oceanfront home in Hawaii. He didn’t hold back, pointing out visible effects like rising sea levels, wildfires, droughts, and stronger storms. These aren’t distant problems—they’re happenin

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Jun 10 2026LIFESTYLE

Best European Places for Americans to Retire Without Breaking the Bank

Retiring in Europe can sound like a dream—sunny coasts, affordable living, and great healthcare. But which countries actually make the cut for American retirees? Southern spots like Greece, Spain, and Portugal shine for warm weather and low costs, while Northern countries like Denmark and Sweden woo

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Jun 10 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Inside the world of show production: Behind the scenes with a key player

Making a TV show or performance isn’t just about the hosts and guests. Someone has to handle the behind-the-scenes work that keeps everything running smoothly. That’s where producers come in. They juggle schedules, manage budgets, and solve last-minute problems so the show goes on without a hitch.

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Jun 09 2026POLITICS

Local governments face a tough money puzzle

Every year, cities and towns across America scramble to pay their bills. Police, firefighters, road repairs, trash pickup—all cost more than before. Yet many places struggle to bring in enough cash. Why? The system is set up wrong. Cities can’t just raise prices or cut services when money gets tight

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Jun 09 2026POLITICS

South Carolina’s top teacher race gets a rematch in 2026

South Carolina voters will pick between two education leaders this summer to challenge the current state superintendent. Sylvia Wright, a former classroom teacher, is running for the Democratic spot for the first time. Lisa Ellis, who already held the party’s nomination in 2022, returns with her own

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Jun 08 2026POLITICS

Munster considers adding tech data centers to old golf course plans

The town of Munster is taking small steps toward possibly welcoming data centers to a former golf course site. Developers want to adjust current plans to include these facilities, which store and manage huge amounts of digital information. Right now, the area is set aside for tech and research busin

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Jun 08 2026BUSINESS

What St. Paul's mayor and local leaders are doing to improve mental health care

Local leaders are joining forces to tackle mental health challenges in the Twin Cities area. The mayor of St. Paul and the head of a major health insurer will lead a new roundtable focused on expanding mental health resources. Over 85 groups—from hospitals to community organizations—are part of this

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