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Jan 02 2026TECHNOLOGY

Pebble's Comeback: A Smarter, Thinner Smartwatch

Pebble is back, and this time, they've learned from their past mistakes. The company, known for its smartwatches, has just launched the Pebble Round 2. It's a new version of their old model, the Pebble Time Round. The first one had some problems. It was thin and had a nice round screen, but the batt

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Jan 02 2026HEALTH

Flu Season Hits Hard: What's Going On and How to Stay Safe

The flu is making a big comeback this holiday season. Numbers from the CDC show a huge jump in cases. Over 7. 5 million people got sick by late December. That's a lot! More than 81, 000 people ended up in the hospital. Sadly, 3, 100 people died, including eight kids. The flu is spreading fast. Almo

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Jan 02 2026ENTERTAINMENT

The Problem With Celebrating Marty Mauser: A Film That Misses the Mark

The movie "Marty Supreme" has sparked a lot of talk, but not all of it is good. Set in the 1950s, it tells the story of Marty Mauser, a table tennis player who rises to fame despite his many bad qualities. The acting is great, with Timothée Chalamet playing Marty and Gwyneth Paltrow as an ex-Hollywo

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Jan 02 2026HEALTH

Fighting Stunting in East Lombok: A Smart Approach

In the heart of Indonesia, East Lombok is facing a big challenge: stunting. This condition, where kids don't grow as they should, is a serious issue. The numbers are alarming, with almost 12. 7% of children affected in West Nusa Tenggara, where East Lombok is located. A recent study focused on six

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Jan 02 2026SPORTS

Gearing Up for the 2026 IMSA Season: What to Expect

The 2026 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship is about to kick off, and fans can get a sneak peek this Saturday. On January 3rd at 3:00pm ET, NBC will air a special preview show. This isn't the first time NBC has done this. They've done similar shows for the past two seasons. The show will featur

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Jan 02 2026CRIME

Baltimore's Crime Drop: What's Really Behind the Numbers?

In 2025, Baltimore saw a big drop in violent crime. The number of homicides went down to 133, the lowest in almost 50 years. This is a big deal because the last time the city had fewer than 150 homicides was in 1977. Non-fatal shootings also went down by 24%, from 412 in 2024 to 311 in 2025. The ci

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Jan 02 2026BUSINESS

Michigan's Cannabis Industry Faces a Steep Tax Hike

Michigan's cannabis industry is in for a rough ride as a new tax policy kicks in. Starting January 1st, a 24% wholesale tax joins the existing 10% retail tax and 6% sales tax. This means cannabis products are now hit with a total tax of 40%. This is a big deal for businesses like Green Acres Cannabi

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Jan 02 2026CRIME

Florence's Growing Eye on Crime: How Tech is Changing Policing

Florence has been expanding its use of Flock Safety cameras, a move that's shaking up how crime is tackled in the city. These cameras, which can snap millions of car photos and track their movements, have become a big deal for crime prevention, according to Interim Police Chief Stephen Starling. Th

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Jan 02 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI Takes Center Stage at CES: What to Expect

CES, the big tech show in Las Vegas, is no longer just about weird gadgets. It's becoming a major event for artificial intelligence. This year, Nvidia's CEO, Jensen Huang, will kick things off with a big speech. He's expected to talk about how AI will change industries like healthcare, cars, and man

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Jan 02 2026BUSINESS

Bellevue's Old Garage Gets a New Lease on Life

In the heart of Bellevue, a building with a rich history is set for a major transformation. The old garage at 180 Fairfield Ave. , once a beloved auto shop, is about to become a vibrant hub for food and fitness. The building, known as Gravett's Garage, was a staple in the community for many years. I

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