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Festival Lights and Art: A Weekend of Makers in Northampton

May 21, 2026

The summer’s first big arts event arrives in Northampton this Memorial Day weekend, bringing more than 200 creators together under one roof. Visitors can wander through booths that showcase furniture, jewelry, glass art, garden sculptures, ceramics, fashion pieces, and paintings. The three‑day show

politics

TSA Workers Fight for Pay and Power as Airports Consider Private Screening

May 21, 2026

The House Committee on Homeland Security held a hearing to discuss how the Transportation Security Administration can keep up with modern technology and secure funding. The discussion came after TSA officers faced three unpaid periods since October 1, leaving them without wages for nearly 40 % of th

politics

U. S. and Philippines Move Fast on New Tech Zone

May 21, 2026

The United States plans to finalize a long‑term agreement with the Philippines about an economic security zone soon. A senior U. S. official said both sides have two years to finish the details after signing a pact last month. They will decide which industries get priority in the zone. The Philippi

politics

New Direction: Valencia Promises Stronger Security and Economic Growth

May 21, 2026

Paloma Valencia, a 48‑year‑old candidate from the Democratic Center party, announced that she would abandon Colombia’s current “total peace” policy if elected president. She said a new era of security would start under her leadership, and she plans to reactivate arrest warrants against armed groups.

entertainment

South Philly’s New Sports Hub: A Rooftop, Concerts, and a Fresh Take on Dining

May 21, 2026

The Stateside Live! complex is getting a major makeover that will turn it into a year‑long hotspot for food, drinks, and live entertainment. A $20 million upgrade has added two outdoor stages, a beer garden, and an upscale rooftop lounge that offers sweeping views of the Sports Complex parking lots.

politics

Trump Moves to Regulate AI with New Executive Order

May 21, 2026

President Donald Trump is expected to sign a new executive order on artificial intelligence and cybersecurity early this week, according to sources close to the administration. The directive would set up a voluntary system that requires AI developers to share their models with federal officials 90 d

politics

Prime Ministers Must Stop After Eight Years: Hungary’s New Rule

May 21, 2026

Hungary has introduced a new rule that caps how long a prime minister can stay in power. The change, filed with the parliament on Wednesday night, limits any leader to a total of eight years in office. It also bars people who have already served that amount from running again, a move that would stop

politics

School Protest Rules Reworked: New Plan Focuses on Student Safety

May 21, 2026

The city council is moving forward with a revised bill that tightens police planning around protests near schools, while keeping colleges and hospitals out of the scope. The change came after Council Speaker Julie Menin decided to address concerns instead of pushing a veto‑override, hoping for broad

health

Water‑Jet Surgery Helps Men With Painful Prostate Problems

May 21, 2026

Men who suffer from a painful prostate condition called chronic prostatitis or chronic pelvic pain syndrome often also have an enlarged prostate, known as benign prostatic hyperplasia. The enlargement can block the flow of urine and worsen pain or discomfort that has lasted at least three months. Tr

crime

Cleveland’s New Summer Plan: Curfews, Jobs and Police Patrols

May 21, 2026

Cleveland is trying to keep teens safe this summer. The city will use curfews, more police patrols and new programs to fight crime. Mayor Justin Bibb said the plan starts before Memorial Day. The curfew rules are strict. Kids under 12 must be home by dark. Those 13 and 14 have to return by 9:30 p.