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Celebrating 250 Years of Freedom on Staten Island

July 21, 2026

Staten Island came alive last week for a free festival that marked the 250th birthday of America. The event, hosted by City Councilmember Frank Morano, drew thousands to the historic Conference House Park. Instead of starting with fireworks, organizers opened the evening by sealing a time capsule a

entertainment

July Jingle at Orlando Airport

July 21, 2026

Orlando International Airport is turning its Terminal A/B Atrium into a mini winter wonderland this Friday. From 1 p. m. to 4 p. m. , travelers can step into a holiday scene complete with sweet treats and festive photo spots. A special highlight is the appearance of Santa Claus himself, ready to sna

politics

New Mexico’s Environment Dept Faces Scrutiny Over Business Ties

July 21, 2026

ProgressNow NM, a progressive advocacy group, has asked the state auditor to look into contracts between the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) and a company founded by former cabinet chief Alicia Keyes. The group claims the deals may break state procurement rules and create conflicts of inter

health

Mobility Problems May Signal Hidden Liver Fat Issues

July 21, 2026

The study looks at a big group of people who had regular health check‑ups. Researchers wanted to know if trouble moving early on could hint at a type of liver disease that is linked with metabolic problems. This liver condition, known as MASLD, shows up when fat builds up in the liver and is o

sports

Skeptics Question the League’s Move Over a One‑Game Ban

July 21, 2026

The WNBA recently banned Toronto Tempo coach Sandy Brondello for one game after she used a phrase that many saw as offensive. Brondello apologized publicly, saying she hurt “Black women in our league, ” but the punishment sparked debate among fans and commentators. A senior sports reporter, who p

entertainment

Music, jokes and a touch of the divine

July 21, 2026

A young singer from Australia is known for pushing boundaries. One night in Los Angeles he sang about Jesus with a mix of sarcasm and feeling that made the crowd laugh, then pause, and finally feel something deep. The set list was full of absurd lines about a saint who never visited Spain, yet the

technology

Wildfire Watch: From Old Towers to Space‑Based Sensors

July 20, 2026

In 1910, a hot summer and lightning storms lit up over a thousand small fires in the northwestern United States. Strong winds joined them into one huge blaze that ate three million acres, wiped out towns, and killed nearly ninety people. That disaster pushed the U. S. Forest Service to build a netwo

technology

Future‑Proof Legal Startups to Watch in 2026

July 20, 2026

In 2026, a wave of legal tech companies is reshaping how people find help and how firms manage work. From AI‑driven court simulations to tools that automate timekeeping, these startups are tackling pain points that lawyers and courts have long struggled with. Below is a fresh look at nine standout c

crime

Choose Your Summer Getaway Wisely

July 20, 2026

Summer trips can feel exciting, but they also bring risks that many people overlook. A new study looked at crime data from the FBI to see which U. S. vacation spots are safest and which carry higher danger during peak season. The researchers examined burglaries, thefts, and car break‑ins across 25 p

politics

States Fight Back: The Real Story Behind “Sanctuary” Laws

July 20, 2026

The Trump team has slammed states that limit cooperation with federal immigration officials, calling them “lawless. ” They say these so‑called sanctuary places let dangerous people roam free. Yet the same states—California, New York, Minnesota, Massachusetts and others—hand over thousands of violent