The new wave of artificial intelligence is sparking debate about its impact on everyday life. A leader at a telecom company says the truth is different from the fear. He argues that AI boosts productivity instead of stealing work. In a recent discussion at a federal event, he noted how employees no
Mastercard is bringing more than 85 companies into a new global partnership that will keep crypto payments running smoothly on its network. The move includes big names like Circle, Binance and Gemini Space Station. These firms are working to show that stablecoins can be a reliable alternative to old
A new study shows that playing a simple laser‑tag game can make athletes move better and protect their knees. Researchers looked at the force that pushes a knee sideways when players change direction quickly. That side‑ward push, called the peak knee abduction moment or pKAM, is a major cause of
The 4A boys basketball state tournament is underway at Forest Grove High School, drawing attention from fans and analysts alike. Several sports reporters have shared their forecasts for each matchup, offering a mix of confidence and surprise. In the opening round, Scappoose faces La Grande wit
The state tournament for Oregon’s 5A boys basketball teams is happening this week at Linfield University in McMinnville. Fans and coaches are buzzing about which school will win the championship. In the first round, Crook County faces Crater. Many people think Crook County has a strong chance becau
The 2026 NCAA Tournament will kick off next week with a new mix of familiar and fresh voices in the broadcast booth. Former Michigan star Chris Webber returns as a game analyst, joining Brandon Gaudin and Andy Katz to cover the first two rounds. Webber’s experience on the court translates into insig
The state legislature is turning its attention to the world of college sports, where student athletes have long been barred from profiting off their own names. A recent proposal would give athletes the right to earn money from sponsorships, endorsements and other commercial deals while they still st
A hotel on Upper King Street is changing its look and name this summer. The former Hyatt Place, a 191‑room spot next to the Hyatt House, will open as The Lowline Hotel after a full makeover. Highline Hospitality Partners bought the two hotels for $113 million in 2024. They plan to give each a dis
The world has noticed a dip in how many men can father children. Scientists agree the trend is real, but they are still debating why it’s happening. Some people point fingers at phones, electric cars or plastic waste, yet the truth is far more tangled. A 2017 study in Oxford journals claimed sperm c
A young doctor once met a delivery driver who had lost two legs because of diabetes that went untreated. The man didn’t know how much his high blood sugar cost him until he was in the hospital. That meeting sparked a question that many medical students share: are we being taught to stop problems bef
