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New Partner for Outdoor Storyteller

May 29, 2026

The agency UTA has signed Steven Rinella, the man behind the popular outdoor brand MeatEater. Rinella started MeatEater in 1999 and now it runs videos, podcasts, books, and live shows. UTA will help grow the brand on TV, streaming services, and live tours. MeatEater’s newest season of the s

technology

Tech Giants Try to Fast‑Track Power for AI

May 29, 2026

Large tech firms are pushing hard to get their data centers onto the electric grid more quickly. They face a system that has long been controlled by utilities and state regulators. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is debating a proposal that would speed up how data centers conne

politics

Desert Launch Pads: China’s New Shield Against a First Strike

May 29, 2026

A new set of launch pads and support buildings has appeared in the remote deserts of northwestern China, according to fresh satellite images. The complex lies close to existing nuclear missile silos that can reach any U. S. city, and it looks designed to keep those silos safe even if a surprise atta

opinion

Ebola, the World Cup, and America’s Calm Test

May 29, 2026

The United States received two health alerts this week: one for hantavirus and another for Ebola. When officials send out warnings, my role as chief medical officer is to brief doctors, nurses and clinic staff about what to watch for. This routine work is turning into a headline as the Ebola o

opinion

Faith, War, and the Call for Peace

May 29, 2026

The nation gathered on Washington’s National Mall to pray, but the message was not about ending foreign wars. Instead of asking for peace in places like Ukraine or Iran, many speakers linked the nation’s destiny to a Christian worldview. They claimed that God has always guided America and urge

art

Microbe‑Machines: Art That Breathes and Flies

May 29, 2026

An artist in Brooklyn builds living sculptures that grow, move, and even lift off the ground. In a forested park outside New York City, she places tall columns filled with soil, water and microbes that change color over time. The work only exists in summer, when light and heat let the tiny communiti

entertainment

Thunderbirds Show Skipped, Fans Left Watching the Sky

May 29, 2026

The Thunderbirds, the Air Force’s famed flying team, were set to wow Colorado Springs after graduation. But bad weather cut the event short, leaving many eager spectators disappointed. Officials announced the cancellation just before noon. They kept only a brief flyover and one jet’s pass over the

business

Gas Prices Rise as Storage Tightens and Heat Spikes

May 29, 2026

Natural gas values jumped to a two‑and‑a‑half‑month peak, closing higher on Thursday after the U. S. Energy Information Administration reported a smaller than expected rise in storage levels. Inventories grew by 92 billion cubic feet (bcf) for the week ending May 22, falling short of analysts’ 96 b

weather

Bright May Day and Sunny Week Ahead in the Mid‑Atlantic

May 29, 2026

The afternoon of Friday is set to bring a lovely late May sun across the DMV, with temperatures climbing into the mid‑70s and a gentle northwest breeze. The dry air that has settled over the area will keep outdoor activities comfortable as people head into their evening commutes and Friday night pla

entertainment

Speed Science: A Racing Adventure at the Museum

May 29, 2026

The Kamin Science Center is adding a new thrill to its lineup with an upcoming “Science of Speed” exhibit that opens on August 1. The show will replace the old SportsWorks space in a 21, 000‑square‑foot building that is being renovated. Visitors will race on a multi‑level, LED‑lit track where eig