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Jun 13 2026POLITICS

North Korea warns US weapons deal with South Korea could make things worse

North Korea is unhappy about a recent US decision to sell advanced missiles to South Korea. Pyongyang’s foreign ministry called the move a step toward escalating tensions on the Korean Peninsula. Their statement, released through state media, argued that US military support for Seoul is growing stro

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Jun 13 2026WEATHER

Weekend weather in Dallas: storms and heat ahead of big soccer match

North Texas is bracing for a rough weekend before the Netherlands vs. Japan game. Friday brings leftover storms from Oklahoma, mostly north of the city along I-20. These cells could bring lightning and sudden wind bursts strong enough to knock down tree branches. Meanwhile, areas dodging the rain wi

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Jun 13 2026FINANCE

SK Hynix Chooses Nasdaq for US Listing After Strong AI Chip Demand

South Korea's SK Hynix is set to list its shares on the Nasdaq in the U. S. as early as August. This follows a massive 230% increase in its stock price this year, pushing its market value past $1 trillion in May. The move aims to attract more global investors and diversify its shareholder base. Rath

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Jun 13 2026POLITICS

Updates to Iowa’s Historic Tax Credit Rules

Iowa has decided to update how it handles tax credits for historic preservation projects. The state’s Historical Division removed one rulebook and moved its details into another. Instead of having separate guidelines for historic projects, the state is combining them into a single set of rules. The

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Jun 12 2026TECHNOLOGY

South Shore’s New AI‑Run News Site: A Quick Look at Its Rise and Limits

South Shore News started in 2024 by local council member Alex Evans after he grew frustrated with the dwindling coverage of town meetings and community events. The site uses AI tools to transcribe public meetings, draft articles, and summarize regional happenings, delivering nearly 2, 000 stories in

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Jun 12 2026POLITICS

Michigan Proposes New Rules for Retirement Funds to Dip into Crypto

Michigan is testing waters to let retirement funds invest in cryptocurrency—but under strict conditions. A pending bill, House Bill 4510, wants to change rules for public employee retirement systems, allowing them to add digital assets to investment portfolios. So far, the bill hasn’t become law, an

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Jun 11 2026WEATHER

North Jersey braces for a couple of steamy days

North Jersey won’t get much of a break this week—temperatures are climbing, and so is the humidity. The National Weather Service says the area should expect a heat advisory starting Thursday at noon, stretching until 8 p. m. Friday. That covers Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Passaic, and Sussex coun

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Jun 11 2026CRIME

Missouri braces for risks as World Cup brings crowds to Kansas City

Missouri’s Attorney General is raising flags about human trafficking and scams ahead of the FIFA World Cup matches coming to Kansas City in late November. With over 650, 000 visitors expected and Argentina vs. Algeria kicking off the local games first, the state is bracing for challenges tied to big

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Jun 10 2026POLITICS

Starbucks Korea’s joke about a dark day in South Korea

South Koreans mark May 18 every year to remember a brutal crackdown. In 1980, soldiers killed hundreds of unarmed citizens in Gwangju who were protesting a new military government. Yet when the 46th anniversary rolled around in 2026, Starbucks Korea chose to joke about the tragedy with a special tum

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Jun 10 2026POLITICS

Early vote count gives South Carolina's top education post a fresh face

South Carolina’s upcoming race for state school superintendent just got more interesting. After polls closed on June 9, newcomer Sylvia Wright had a commanding early lead with 62% of the vote in the Democratic primary. Lisa Ellis, the experienced educator who ran last time, trailed with 38%. The fin

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