In Alaska, people have long asked oil companies to share more of the money they make. Each time a new bill is introduced, the same argument pops up: “If we tax you, you’ll leave. ” The companies say this and the politicians often listen. The claim is simple and scary. If taxes rise, oil firms wil
In the United Kingdom, people who look after horses are starting to see a new helper: artificial intelligence. Instead of waiting for a vet’s diagnosis, some owners can now use apps that analyse video footage or sensor data to spot problems early. This shift has sparked a mix of excitement and
The U. S. Postal Service is planning a big change that could let people ship handguns in the mail, following new legal advice from the Department of Justice. The proposed rule will appear in the Federal Register on Thursday and aims to update mailing rules so they match the Justice Department’s guid
The state’s residents are increasingly concerned about how expensive it has become to live in Maryland. A recent survey showed that most people see the high cost of living as the biggest problem, followed by worries about taxes and the state budget. Many voters feel that the government is not doi
The study looks at when and where people use shared electric scooters in Kelowna, Canada. Researchers used a special statistical tool called a zero‑inflated negative binomial model to handle lots of empty records. The method splits the data into two parts: one that explains why some areas see
The governor has named a state of emergency for Baker, Deschutes and Umatilla counties because the rain is far below normal. The drought began in late spring and has not eased, with forecasts showing even less rain for the summer. Officials warn that the lack of water will hurt farmers, ranche
Good morning! The day starts with a light mist that lifts as the sun climbs, leaving warm temperatures in the mid‑80s for most of the day. A quick shower might appear, but chances are low and most people will stay dry. On Good Friday a gentle breeze from the west brings a better chance of rain. The
The day starts with clouds covering most of the area, but some spots will feel warm and sunny. In the northern parts, temperatures stay around 50 degrees while clouds linger low. Down south and west, heat rises to the mid‑70s or even 80s, with clear patches of sunshine breaking through. The forecas
It looks like the weather in Massachusetts is playing a game of tug‑of‑war. A steady rain shower will roll in around 7 p. m. to 9 p. m. on Wednesday night and linger through Thursday morning, bringing chilly low temperatures that dip into the mid‑to‑high 30s. The precipitation will ease by about 9 a
Women depend on programs like Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act to stay healthy. Recent changes by the Trump administration threaten that safety net. The new law slashes Medicaid funding, which could cost over ten million people their insurance. It also forces many rural hospitals and cl
