The Eklutna Tribe's dream of building a permanent casino in Birchwood has hit a roadblock. A recent federal decision has put their plans on hold, leaving everyone guessing about what's next. The tribe had big plans for a new, permanent casino. They wanted to build a large gaming hall with hundreds
In a significant shift, Oklahoma's new education leader has decided to drop a rule that required Bibles to be placed in classrooms and included in lesson plans. This change comes after the previous superintendent had pushed for the mandate, which sparked a lot of controversy. The old rule was put i
Laos is thinking about cutting off electricity to crypto miners by early 2026. This move aims to use the power for other industries that can boost the economy more, like AI data centers and electric vehicle production. Currently, crypto miners use about 150 megawatts, which is a lot less than the 50
Portland has been the stage for a series of protests, with the latest being a unique World Naked Bike Ride. This event, held on Sunday, saw hundreds of people taking to the streets on their bikes, some in the nude, to protest against what they see as the militarization of their city. The protests i
This past week, the U. S. saw a mix of international peace efforts and domestic political chaos. President Trump announced a ceasefire in Gaza, which many hope will lead to lasting peace. However, back home, the political scene was far from peaceful. The government shutdown continued, causing confus
MIT has made a bold move by rejecting a proposal from the White House. This proposal, called the "Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education, " was sent to nine universities. It included demands like limiting international students, freezing tuition, and defining gender in specific ways. MI
California is making big changes to how and where homes can be built. The governor recently approved a new law that allows more apartments near public transit spots in major cities. This means taller buildings, up to nine stories, can be built close to transit hubs, while areas a bit farther away ca
MIT made a bold move. They turned down federal money. Why? Because the money came with strings attached. The Trump administration wanted MIT to agree to certain rules. These rules would limit who could use which restrooms. They would also cap the number of international students. Plus, they would fr
In Minnesota, leaders are taking a stand for science and public health. Governor Tim Walz and his wife recently got their COVID-19 and flu shots in public. This is a big deal because it shows they trust science and want to protect everyone's health. Meanwhile, some people still spread false informat
Hydrogen blending is a hot topic, but is it a smart solution or just a distraction? Critics argue that instead of pushing for hydrogen, we should focus on speeding up electrification and helping workers in fossil fuel industries transition to cleaner jobs. Mixing hydrogen with natural gas sounds si
