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fed systems

25 years of global medicine approvals: A quiet milestone with big impact

May 26, 2026

For a quarter century, a special system has quietly shaped how life-saving drugs reach people worldwide. Since its launch, this program has vetted over 500 medicines, making them eligible for purchase by international agencies and governments. That’s more than just a number—it represents real access

opinion

Neighbors Can't Agree on Flags—and Ohio Wants to Step In

May 26, 2026

Ohio recently passed a bill that stops homeowners’ associations from banning the "Thin Blue Line" flag. But why single out this flag? The rule now makes it harder for neighborhoods to enforce their own rules about what symbols can be displayed. Many people see the flag as a simple way to honor poli

politics

Why asking questions in politics isn't as simple as it seems

May 26, 2026

It's easy to ask questions when you don't expect much in return, but online discussions don't always work that way. Someone once tried to start a conversation about a local bill by weighing its pros and cons. Instead of answers, they got mockery—laughing emojis and insults like "You're everything wr

technology

Diesel Fuel Changes: What It Means for Your Engine

May 26, 2026

Back in the early 2000s, diesel engines faced a big problem. They were powerful and efficient, but they also released a lot of harmful pollution. The Dieselgate scandal showed just how bad things had gotten. That’s when new rules came in to clean up diesel fuel. In 2006, ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULS

crime

Three Chileans caught in Argentina after robbing pro athletes across borders

May 26, 2026

Chilean police recently arrested three men linked to a string of high-profile burglaries targeting pro athletes in the U. S. , Chile, and Argentina. Two were caught last week after breaking into the home of Juan Martín del Potro, the last Latin American tennis player to win a Grand Slam. The third w

weather

Wind Advisory: Strong Gusts and Rain Sweep Through Missoula Area

May 26, 2026

A fast-moving band of rain and wind is slicing through parts of western Montana today, with gusts strong enough to rattle loose items and drop small branches. The system is racing north at about 35 miles per hour, currently stretching from just southwest of Missoula all the way to areas southeast of

technology

AI’s Future Needs More Than Just Tech Experts Saying So

May 26, 2026

The push to control artificial intelligence isn’t just about smarter algorithms—it’s about who gets to decide what those algorithms should do. A key figure in AI development recently spoke at a rare meeting between tech leaders and religious authorities, warning that leaving AI entirely in the hands

religion

AI’s growing power: who really controls it?

May 26, 2026

A new letter from the Vatican speaks out about artificial intelligence, but it isn’t just another tech warning. Published on the anniversary of an old social justice document, it argues that AI isn’t neutral because it reflects the goals of the people who build it. That means when powerful companies

finance

How Coinbase is Pushing Banks to Go Digital

May 26, 2026

Coinbase’s CEO has big ideas about fixing global banking. Instead of slow, outdated systems, he wants faster, cheaper, and smarter ways to handle money. His plan includes turning real-world assets—like property or art—into digital tokens, making them easier to trade anytime, anywhere. This could ope

crypto

How Crypto Firms Are Pushing to Skip the Bank Middleman

May 26, 2026

Most people never think about what happens when they tap "send" on their phone. The money doesn't magically appear in the recipient's bank—it travels through a hidden maze of bank accounts, reserve systems, and Federal Reserve tools that decide when payments actually finish. For crypto companies, th