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Why the US Navy picked the F/A-18 Super Hornet over a single-role fighter

May 17, 2026

The US Navy once relied on specialized fighters like the F-14 Tomcat, but today it mostly uses the F/A-18 Super Hornet, with the newer F-35C joining the fleet. The Navy considered replacing the Tomcat with a dedicated air superiority jet, but budget cuts and the end of the Cold War made that idea le

politics

Retirement doesn’t slow this finance expert down

May 17, 2026

Carlos Zamora packed up his decades in global banking last week, but retirement won’t last long. Instead of relaxing, he’s diving into a new challenge: running for Kootenai County Treasurer. The election is just days away, and Zamora will face Teresa Mallery in the Republican primary. Whoever wins t

politics

Why a local election in Sonoma County is getting big money attention

May 17, 2026

A billboard along Highway 101 keeps reminding drivers about Todd Lands, one of three candidates running to fill an open seat on Sonoma County’s Board of Supervisors. The ad pushes his slogan "Less Talk. More Action, " but the real story behind Lands might be who’s paying for it. Campaign records sho

technology

ChatGPT gets personal with your money—should you trust it?

May 17, 2026

OpenAI just gave ChatGPT a new trick: letting users link their bank accounts, credit cards, and investments to the chatbot. The goal? To turn vague money questions into precise answers based on real financial data. Launched on May 15 for US Pro subscribers, it’s like plugging your money into a super

business

New shops and food spots shaping up in Williamsburg and nearby areas

May 17, 2026

A long-running Williamsburg restaurant has shut its doors after four decades, but new businesses are stepping in to fill the space. The Whaling Co. , a fixture in the area since the 1980s, closed for good in August, leaving a vacant building on McLaws Circle. Now, two big-name chains are vying for t

technology

Crypto and AI: The future of money or just a tech dream?

May 17, 2026

Money moves differently in the age of AI. While humans still rely on banks, paperwork, and 9-to-5 services, AI agents don’t sleep, don’t need passports, and don’t wait for approvals. That’s why crypto might be their natural home, not ours. Traditional finance was built for people—with borders, work

technology

Smart Switches: Simple Upgrades for a Smarter Home

May 17, 2026

Smart home gadgets aren’t just for new houses with all the latest tech. Even in older homes packed with regular appliances, smart switches can add modern convenience without breaking the bank. These small devices plug into existing fixtures and give basic machines new superpowers. Instead of replaci

technology

ChatGPT Gets Your Money, But Is It Safe?

May 16, 2026

OpenAI has rolled out a new feature that lets ChatGPT peek at your bank balances, credit card debt, and even your stock portfolio. The service is currently in preview for paid Pro users in the United States, costing $200 a month. After testing with this small group, OpenAI plans to open it up to the

technology

ChatGPT Gets Money‑Tracking Power, Users Are Worried

May 16, 2026

The new feature lets people link bank accounts to ChatGPT so the AI can show a simple chart of where money goes and answer questions about spending habits. It is still in test mode and only works for paid ChatGPT Pro members in the United States. The idea sounds useful at first glance, but man

business

Dropping Out to Open a Padel Club

May 16, 2026

The story begins with a restless student who had finished college studying economics, Spanish and German. After a stint at a tech startup in New York, the idea of staying in that world seemed stale. The next logical step felt like enrolling at Wharton, but the campus was already buzzing with recruit