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'AI Races Ahead: The Public Wants Rules, Congress Must Listen'

May 20, 2026

The Vermont senator said that most people are worried about how fast AI is growing. A recent survey found that 70 percent of Americans think it’s moving too quickly and that many fear whole jobs could disappear. The same poll said 97 percent want rules to keep AI safe. Senator Sanders told the nati

entertainment

Summer Reads That Will Change Your Thinking

May 20, 2026

The new season is a chance to dive into books that push us beyond the ordinary. One story follows an author who grew up by a lake, faced bullying, and found his voice in ecology and poetry. He believes the planet is a living text that everyone can read if they look closely. Another book tells

health

Springfield’s Addiction Help Faces Major Shift Without Detox Beds

May 20, 2026

Western Massachusetts is losing one of its few detox centers this week, as the Carlson Recovery Center moves away from round-the-clock medical care for severe withdrawal cases. Instead, it will focus on stabilization services—less intense but still supportive treatment for most people seeking recove

finance

How a young finance manager balances big bills in a pricey area

May 19, 2026

Paul, a 29-year-old finance manager in Mansfield, earns $120, 000 a year but doesn’t live in Boston. Instead, he’s in Cumberland, Rhode Island, a cheaper spot just outside Massachusetts. His biggest monthly costs? A $2, 200 mortgage and a $1, 100 car payment. He bought his house early in the pandemi

crime

What Massachusetts Crime Victims Could Lose Without New Funding

May 19, 2026

Victims of crime in Massachusetts may soon face major service cuts unless state senators approve a last-minute funding boost. A proposed $13. 8 million amendment aims to prevent a 35% loss in support for programs helping survivors of domestic violence, child trafficking, and sexual assault. Without

politics

Massachusetts Faces New Campaign‑Finance Debate

May 18, 2026

Senator Rebecca Rausch has introduced a budget amendment that would remove the clause in state law allowing candidates to spend unlimited amounts on their own campaigns. The proposal, called “Elections Not For Sale, ” targets the practice that let billionaire Mike Minogue pour more than $13 million

lifestyle

A quiet town where old Hawaii meets the waves

May 18, 2026

Hanalei sits where the river greets the ocean, not far from towering waterfalls. Unlike busy tourist spots, this place keeps things simple. Small shops and food stands line the streets instead of chain stores. The town still feels like a farming village, even as visitors arrive. The bay’s wooden pie

health

Ticks on the Rise: Why You Should Check Your Body After a Hike

May 17, 2026

The number of people rushing to emergency rooms because of tick bites has climbed higher than it’s been in any year since 2017. The spike is most noticeable in the Northeast and Midwest, where warmer weather has let ticks thrive. Around 476, 000 Americans receive treatment for Lyme disease each year

sports

Ronda Rousey Finds Closure With a Quick Victory

May 17, 2026

The first Netflix MMA event saw Ronda Rousey face Gina Carano, but the real headline was Rousey’s 17‑second armbar win. At 39, she finished her fight in the same swift style that defined her early career. This bout ended a two‑fight losing streak that began with Holly Holm’s upset in 2015.

opinion

Rent Control Isn’t the Fix for Housing Prices

May 17, 2026

A group of city leaders in Massachusetts has spoken out against a plan that would force every town to follow the same rent‑control rules. The proposal, set for a 2026 vote, would apply one rule to all 351 municipalities. It ignores the unique needs of each community. Worcester, the state’s sec