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Portable Projector That Skips Walls and Sits Anywhere

July 18, 2026

Samsung has introduced a new projector that feels more like a gadget than a home theater. The Freestyle+ weighs less than a bag of books and can be plugged in or run from a battery, making it easy to move around. It shines up to 100 inches on almost any surface and costs just under a thousand dollar

art

LEGO’s Mona Lisa set is heading out of stores soon

July 18, 2026

The famous painting by Leonardo da Vinci can now be recreated with plastic bricks, and the LEGO Art Mona Lisa set lets adults build a miniature version of this classic masterpiece. The kit, sold under number 31213, turns the famous portrait into a colorful brick collage that looks almost like the o

art

Artists Fight Back Over Unpaid Consignment Fees

July 18, 2026

A pair of contemporary painters, Daniel Um and Nastaran Shahbazi, have taken legal action against a Manhattan gallery called The Hole after the venue allegedly sold their artwork on consignment and withheld nearly $50, 000 in earnings. Between 2024 and 2026 the artists shipped several pieces to t

politics

ICE Officer’s Past Raises Questions About Hiring Rules

July 18, 2026

Congressional Democrats are calling for a deeper look into how the Department of Homeland Security hires and trains immigration agents. The focus comes after it was revealed that an ICE officer who fatally shot a Colombian man in Maine had long‑standing mental health problems and a history of violen

health

Dog Toy Dangers: Why Everyday Fun Can Turn Into a Health Hazard

July 18, 2026

Dogs love to chew, but some toys can hide serious risks. A recent incident involving a golden retriever that swallowed an AirTag shows how quickly pets can ingest dangerous items. While the device itself is a tracking tool, it was the small size and appealing scent that made it irresistible to the d

sports

TNT’s New Race‑Show Formula: Fresh Faces, Real Talk and a Dash of Tech

July 18, 2026

TNT is back in NASCAR after ten years, sharing the summer races with Amazon Prime. The network has changed its game plan from trying to copy Prime’s style to sharpening its own voice. Instead of pushing flashy graphics, TNT focused on the people behind the mic. The studio team now includes former

sports

Ex‑UFC Fighter Faces 16‑Month Ban After EPO Slip‑Up

July 18, 2026

A former UFC title contender was handed a lengthy suspension after a doping test revealed the use of EPO, a banned substance that boosts oxygen in muscles. The athlete had once challenged the champion for the light‑heavyweight crown but lost in 2018. In February, he tested positive for EPO and

sports

New Beginnings: How the Sabres Are Setting the Stage

July 18, 2026

The Buffalo team is stepping onto the ice with fresh energy, ready to make a splash early in the season. Their schedule kicks off with a stretch of home games at KeyBank Center, giving fans a chance to rally behind the squad from the start. One of the first highlight matches is scheduled for Black F

environment

Micron’s New Plant Sparks County Water Talk

July 18, 2026

On Tuesday, lawmakers in Onondaga County will gather for a public session about how Micron Technology’s new chip factory could affect local water and air. The meeting starts at 5:30 p. m. in the Central Library’s community room on Salina Street. The topic, “Water, Wastewater and Our Environment in O

health

Midwifery Rules Get a Fresh Look for All Parents

July 18, 2026

The new rules that guide midwife training in Ireland will take effect next year. They are the first major update since 2012 and bring an important change: parents who identify as transgender or gender diverse are now officially seen as people who can receive midwife care. This is a step forward, but