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New Jersey's water future: Why big tech hubs need careful planning

June 29, 2026

New Jersey relies heavily on clean water from places like the Highlands and Pinelands regions. These areas act like giant filters, cleaning rainwater that eventually becomes drinking water for millions. But now, large tech facilities that store and process digital data are popping up, and they need

politics

Understanding Iran: Why Trump's Approach Didn't Work

June 29, 2026

Trump’s decision to take military action against Iran early this year was driven by concerns over Iran’s nuclear program and its aggressive behavior in the region. While the U. S. weakened parts of Iran’s military, the strategy didn’t force Iran to back down. Instead, Iran paused talks, tightened co

politics

Russia picks war heroes and top figures for upcoming vote

June 29, 2026

Russia’s leading political party just named its most visible candidates for September’s parliamentary election. The lineup includes a wounded Ukraine veteran who became a media figure after fighting in Mariupol, a TV journalist injured while covering border clashes in 2024, the longtime foreign mini

politics

Four Lives Lost in Fresh Russian Strikes Across Ukraine

June 29, 2026

On a quiet Sunday morning, Russian missile strikes left a trail of destruction in two separate regions of Ukraine. In the southeast city of Zaporizhzhia, two people died while 16 others were injured when a building collapsed under the attack. Videos shared online showed flames engulfing the structur

politics

Serbia's Protests Continue After Leader's Exit Plan

June 29, 2026

Serbia saw big crowds hit the streets in Kraljevo after the president said he'd leave office. But many don't think it's the end of his influence. Protests started months ago after a tragic bridge collapse killed 16 people. Anger grew over claims of government failures and corruption. The movement be

weather

Summer Heat Wave to Sweep Across Eastern US

June 29, 2026

A major heat wave is set to blanket much of the eastern and central United States this week, bringing temperatures well above normal as the July Fourth holiday approaches. The National Weather Service has flagged this as a serious heat risk, with high humidity making conditions feel even hotter than

politics

Russia won't back down but keeps talking peace

June 29, 2026

Vladimir Putin made it clear that Russia plans to keep pushing forward in Ukraine no matter what peace offers come its way. Speaking on national TV, he dismissed a recent Ukrainian proposal to pause long-range attacks as a trick to relieve pressure on their troops. Russia isn’t falling for it, he sa

sports

World Cup 2026 Host Spotlight: How Santa Clara Won Hearts Beyond the Big Names

June 29, 2026

Santa Clara didn’t get Argentina or England this World Cup, but that didn’t stop fans from filling the stadium anyway. While other cities dazzled with superstar teams, the Bay Area’s modest lineup—Switzerland, Qatar, Algeria, Jordan twice—actually turned out to be a hidden gem for niche fandoms. Ara

sports

Meet Jefferson Lerma: Colombian Midfielder with Global Dreams

June 29, 2026

Jefferson Lerma wasn’t born into football fame. His story began in El Cerrito, a small town in Colombia’s Valle del Cauca region. While many kids played football for fun, Lerma stood out early—his energy and persistence caught the eye of local coaches. Unlike flashy forwards, he built his reputation

health

Cats and Humans: A Fungus That Might Reach the U. S.

June 28, 2026

A new fungal threat is circling the globe, and experts say it could soon appear in America. The culprit, Sporothrix brasiliensis, first showed up in Brazil in the 1990s and has since spread to several South American countries. Thousands of cats and over eleven thousand people have already fallen ill