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Police Use More Car‑Plate Cameras in Montgomery County

May 18, 2026

The county police have rolled out almost 800 cameras that read license plates, recording more than 93 million scans in 2024—up from about 52 million the year before. By next year, officials expect to reach around 110 million reads. The new devices do more than just capture numbers; they can note a c

politics

Russia’s Future Looks Foggy as Sanctions Tighten

May 18, 2026

Estonia’s top spy says President Putin faces hard choices. The war in Ukraine has slowed, with Russian troops barely gaining ground since 2023. At the same time, sanctions from Western countries are draining Russia’s money supply. The country’s $3 trillion economy fell by 0. 3 % in the firs

opinion

A Fresh Plan to Clean Portland’s River and Save the Island

May 18, 2026

Portland is famous for its parks, trees, and rivers, but a hidden problem lurks in the Willamette River. A 10‑mile stretch near the harbor has been listed as a Superfund site since 2000, meaning it is heavily polluted from past industrial use. The U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has set

opinion

Florida Projects and Politics: A Fresh Take

May 18, 2026

In Florida, many local projects have sparked heated debate. One example is a controversial facility that cost millions of dollars and was seen by some as a political stunt. Critics say the money could have been better spent elsewhere, and that it was unlikely to be reimbursed by higher levels of gov

opinion

Quonset Runway Closure: A Question of Priorities

May 18, 2026

The Rhode Island Airport Corp. decided to shut down runway 5‑23 at Quonset State Airport, a move that many see as politically driven rather than technically justified. The runway sits on Narragansett Bay, where winter winds make it a key spot for pilots. Yet the decision was made without hearing

science

Farmers Face a New Invader: How Ghana’s Maize Growers Fight the Fall Armyworm

May 18, 2026

Maize farmers in Ghana are battling a relentless pest that threatens their income and food security. The insect, known as the fall armyworm, has spread across the country, damaging crops and making it hard for farmers to keep up. Researchers studied how these growers view the problem and what tactic

entertainment

Cannes, New Orleans and Beyond: A Week of Star‑Powered Events

May 18, 2026

The entertainment world buzzed this week, with big names showing up at festivals, premieres and special celebrations across the globe. In France, actors Colman Domingo and Jeremy Pope were spotted at the Kering Women In Motion Awards held during the Cannes Film Festival, while British star David Oye

entertainment

New TV, Movies, Music and Games to Watch This Week

May 18, 2026

John Krasinski will be back as Jack Ryan in the new action series “Jack Ryan: Ghost War” on Prime Video, while the creators of “Stranger Things” are producing a Netflix show about a retirement community that fights monsters. The lineup also includes Sacha Baron Cohen and Rosamund Pike in the sati

entertainment

Bulgaria Celebrates Surprise Victory in Eurovision

May 18, 2026

The nation erupted with joy when Bulgaria clinched its first win at the Eurovision Song Contest, thanks to Dara’s upbeat track “Bangaranga. ” The singer’s lively melody captured audiences across Europe, turning a surprise triumph into a national celebration. Prime Minister Rumen Radev posted h

politics

Conflict Sparks Tragic Losses in Gaza

May 18, 2026

The latest clash in the Gaza Strip has claimed at least four Palestinian lives, according to local health workers. One victim was found near a police outpost in Khan Younis, where Israeli forces say they targeted an individual deemed an immediate danger to their troops. The second incident involved