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May 03 2026TECHNOLOGY

Why Meta’s Next Court Battle Could Reshape Social Media

A major legal showdown is brewing in New Mexico that could force Meta to rethink how its apps work—or push the company to leave the state entirely. After winning a $375 million penalty earlier this year, the state’s attorney general is now pushing for strict changes like age checks for users, limits

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May 02 2026BUSINESS

Turkmenistan’s Quiet Shift: From Secrecy to Online Growth

In the heart of Turkmenistan’s capital, a bright office buzzes with activity. Azat Seyitmuhammedov, a 38‑year‑old dad of six, runs an e‑commerce company called Wabrum. He started it nine years ago, and today the business ships Turkish clothing across the country from a local warehouse. In places lik

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May 02 2026BUSINESS

Nuclear Power Gets a New Look in Louisiana

The state of Louisiana is stepping into the spotlight as it tries to become a key player in the next wave of nuclear energy. A recent summit hosted by Louisiana Economic Development gathered more than two hundred people from industry, government and finance to talk about how the state can grow this

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May 02 2026POLITICS

A Drone Lens on a Tragic Tale

The film shows the land that the Chuschagasta people call home in Tucumán Province. A camera on a drone moves slowly above the hills, revealing how big and beautiful the area is. It also shows a bird that bumps into the drone, reminding us of nature’s own presence. The story behind the pictur

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May 02 2026TECHNOLOGY

Safety Gear That Saves Lives: New Airbag Tech for Motorcyclists

Motorcycle riders are stepping up their safety game this spring, and a new campaign called “Airbags Save” is leading the charge. The program, launched in 2024, highlights how modern airbag jackets and helmets can cut crash forces by as much as 95 percent. It also stresses that wearing the right gear

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May 02 2026SPORTS

High tech meets high school baseball in unexpected ways

Terry Sanford High School in North Carolina just did something no other high school baseball program has tried before. They installed a high-tech system that tracks almost everything a player does on the field—125 different stats to be exact. Pitch speed, bat swing, how the ball flies off the bat: t

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May 02 2026POLITICS

Tech giants quietly step up AI support for US military ops

The Pentagon just inked deals with five more tech powerhouses—Nvidia, Microsoft, Amazon, and two others—to push AI tools deeper into classified military networks. These agreements let the Defense Department experiment with advanced AI for tasks like target selection, though exactly how remains uncle

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May 02 2026TECHNOLOGY

How Massachusetts is using tech to fight potholes before they start

Every year, Massachusetts spends millions fixing potholes that form when small cracks grow into big problems. Instead of waiting for complaints from drivers, the state now uses a truck packed with lasers and sensors to scan roads before damage becomes visible. The truck moves at normal speeds, colle

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May 02 2026FINANCE

Riot Platforms shifts focus to AI and high-performance computing

Riot Platforms saw its stock climb nearly 8% after a major tech firm, AMD, decided to double its data center capacity at Riot’s Texas facility. This move isn’t just about mining bitcoin anymore—it’s about stepping into the AI and high-performance computing game. AMD locked in 50 megawatts of power w

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May 02 2026CRYPTO

Making money moves in the digital age

A startup called Fun just bagged $72 million to help regular apps handle digital cash and crypto. The money came from big names like Multicoin Capital and SignalFire, plus some smaller investors. Fun’s boss, Fine, won’t say how much the company is worth now. Fun already raised $3. 9 million back in

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