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North Korea warns US weapons deal with South Korea could make things worse

June 13, 2026

North Korea is unhappy about a recent US decision to sell advanced missiles to South Korea. Pyongyang’s foreign ministry called the move a step toward escalating tensions on the Korean Peninsula. Their statement, released through state media, argued that US military support for Seoul is growing stro

crime

Safety gaps revealed after worker fatally struck in Reno industrial zone

June 13, 2026

A 64-year-old man lost his life at a northern Nevada industrial site last month after heavy machinery crushed him. Emergency responders arrived within minutes of a 7:09 a. m. call reporting the accident on Peru Drive in the Tahoe Reno Industrial Center. Despite immediate efforts by Storey County She

health

Why Some Kids in Nairobi’s Poor Areas Miss the Measles Vaccine

June 13, 2026

In Mathare, a crowded neighborhood in Nairobi, measles is still a big problem even though there’s a vaccine for it. Many parents bring their kids for the first shot, but fewer come back for the second one. This second dose is meant to make sure the vaccine really works. Researchers wanted to know wh

crime

How Camden's Tech-First Policing Is Changing Crime Rates

June 13, 2026

A decade ago, Camden, New Jersey, was known as one of America's most dangerous cities. Today, it's making headlines for the opposite reason. The city’s police force has cut homicides to their lowest level in 40 years, with violent crime dropping by 6% in just one year. Behind this turnaround? A mix

entertainment

Gritty Crime in the Big City: A Fresh Take on New York’s Dark Side

June 13, 2026

New York has always been a stage for crime stories, but most shows stick to familiar plots—hero cops, clear villains, and dramatic shootouts. A new series flips that script by diving into Hell’s Kitchen’s real-life past, where small gangs held power through fear. Instead of polished mafia bosses, th

politics

County steps up with cash for safer community spaces

June 13, 2026

Anne Arundel County just locked in its budget for next year, and tucked inside is fifty-grand-plus aimed at keeping local groups safe. The new $150, 000 pot targets non-profits and faith spots worried about hate-driven trouble. Some members of the council pushed hard for this slice after a first dra

politics

Can science stay neutral when politics gets hot?

June 13, 2026

The National Academies of Science has long been seen as a steady voice in a stormy world. Born in the chaos of the Civil War, its job was to give clear, expert advice to the government. Over time, it built a reputation for tackling tough topics—even when powerful groups didn’t like the answers. But

opinion

A quiet Portland street struggles with visible struggles and seeks a brighter future

June 13, 2026

Portland Street in Bayside stands out for the wrong reasons. It sees more trouble than most areas—18% of the city's service calls, 30% of arrests, and 40% of overdoses happen here. The street’s reputation keeps many away, but local residents understand the people gathered there face tough battles wi

politics

New Crypto Bill Sparks Debate Over Developer Protections

June 13, 2026

A recent Senate bill aims to bring clarity to cryptocurrency regulations, but it’s causing tension between law enforcement and tech developers. The proposed CLARITY Act wants to define who counts as a money transmitter—key players who move user funds. Developers who write software or provide self-cu

politics

How the U. S. plans to break free from China’s grip on rare earth minerals

June 13, 2026

For years, the United States has relied on China to process most of the world’s rare earth minerals—metals like neodymium and dysprosium that power everything from smartphones to fighter jets. China controls about 90% of this market, giving it a powerful tool to influence global politics. The U. S.