A downtown music spot called Empire Control Room faced an unusual problem this month. The building owner locked one half of it because rent hadn’t been paid. The landlord’s team left a note saying the gate would stay bolted until every dollar of back rent showed up. Two different letters appeared on
The upcoming World Cup is causing headaches for US security teams—not because of the event itself, but because of a budget battle halfway across the continent. The government finally released $625 million for tournament security, but months of political gridlock have left teams scrambling to catch u
At Dodger Stadium, a special event honored the health care team that helped a family through a heartbreaking loss. The evening was arranged to recognize those who cared for Alex Vesia and his wife Kayla during the birth of their daughter, Sterling Sol. During the game, Vesia stepped onto the field t
A fresh chapter in the Overwatch saga has begun with Season 2: Summit, a package that adds new challenges and visual flair to the game. The highlight is Sierra, a former security chief from Watchpoint: Grand Mesa who now fights the Talon organization. Her backstory links her to a soldier‑enhancement
The city of Savannah is gearing up for its annual Small Business Week, which will run from May 4 to May 8. The highlight is the Mayor’s Small Business Conference on May 6, where entrepreneurs can learn from peers and city leaders. Registration is open online but will close on April 24 or sooner if s
Infleqtion is a company that makes quantum computers, sensors and software. It started in 2007 and now sells its products to governments, businesses and research labs. Analysts at Citi and BTIG have recently raised their outlook on the stock. Citi gave it a buy rating with a target price of
A senator who began her career in the state legislature two decades ago remembers how Alaska’s budget keeps swinging between deficits and surpluses. The state relies on big chunks of federal money or high oil prices to pay for schools, roads and other services. When those sources shrink, the budget
The college’s Early Childhood Department has a yearly event called Children’s Play Day. It takes place during the national Week of the Young Child, a time when many places focus on kids. The college partners with the International Play Association to give families a day of learning through play.
The Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, which opened back in 1870 and now displays over 450 000 pieces, has shifted from a quiet gallery to a lively cultural hotspot. Instead of the usual daytime tours, it now offers events that feel more like social gatherings than museum visits. Its flagship prog
The new “Cheongeum” server for the classic game Online Samgukji 2 has been upgraded with a big update that focuses on the Nanman area. The change uses artificial intelligence to keep the game’s economy steady by watching how players trade and fight. Nanman is a famous spot in the game because of it
