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Mar 21 2026TECHNOLOGY

Future‑Proof Wi‑Fi: The Real Game Changer

The newest wave of wireless tech is called Wi‑Fi 9, and its makers want it to do more than just deliver raw speed. The focus is on steady, dependable connections that let phones, laptops and even VR gear work together smoothly. At a recent tech forum, the company explained that Wi‑Fi 9 will aim f

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Mar 21 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Fresh Take on a Dark Mormon Mystery

Andrew Garfield steps into the shoes of Jeb Pyre, a Utah detective who must balance his faith with justice. The series dives into the real 2003 case of a Mormon mother and her child who were murdered, drawing from Jon Krakauer’s book. Garfield’s performance is the main draw; he portrays a man torn b

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Mar 21 2026SPORTS

A Rising Basketball Star and the Roots That Shape Him

Alex Karaban first appeared on a college basketball court in 2022, but his story runs deeper than the hoops and the scoreboards. Born on November 11, 2002, he grew up in Northborough, Massachusetts, where the local courts became his playground and his future. As a freshman at UConn, he started 38 of

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Mar 21 2026EDUCATION

Teacher’s License Revoked While Facing Trial

A 42‑year‑old former teacher named Cody A. Davis has had his teaching credentials pulled by the state’s education office. He is currently on trial and has denied every charge against him. Davis kept his license active since 2008, but investigators found he stopped teaching about a year ago. The sta

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Mar 21 2026BUSINESS

Passaic Eyes More Money From Cannabis Factory

The city of Passaic has a rule that stops shops selling weed, but it is ready to let more factories make the product. The council has signed a second letter that supports a company called Integrity One Alternative Care, which wants to build a plant inside Passaic. The firm still needs the state’s fi

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Mar 21 2026FINANCE

Energy Prices Skyrocket as Middle East Conflict Hits Global Supply

The fight in the Middle East has cut a major oil passage, causing worldwide fuel shortages and higher prices. Because of attacks on the Strait of Hormuz, about one‑fifth of global oil and gas can no longer move through that narrow channel. Simultaneously, strikes on energy plants in the region

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Mar 21 2026POLITICS

Power Cuts Sweep Ukraine’s Northern Region After Drone Strike

The northern Chernihiv area of Ukraine was plunged into darkness Saturday after a Russian drone hit power lines, according to the regional governor. Repairs are already underway to restore electricity across the region. The attack hit a zone that borders Russia and Belarus, where just under one mil

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Mar 21 2026CRIME

Beware: Fake Oyster Festival Vendor Scam

A fraudster is pretending to be the Norwalk Oyster Festival and has tricked former vendors into sending money. The scam started before last year’s event and is still going on with a fake social‑media ad. The fraudster used real vendor names and the correct festival details to look legitimate. The s

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Mar 21 2026SCIENCE

Tulsi: An Ancient Herb That Modern Science Is Re‑examining

Holy basil, known as tulsi, has been part of South Asian healing for thousands of years. Today scientists are testing the claims that it can ease stress, balance blood sugar and even help fight disease. The plant’s leaves, stems and seeds contain eugenol, linolenic acid and other antioxidants that m

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Mar 21 2026FINANCE

Budget Hearing and Voting Day Arranged for Madison Residents

Madison’s Board of Finance will open the floor to public comments this month, setting the stage for a town budget vote scheduled for April 28. Voters will have access to polling stations from dawn until dusk, according to town officials. The proposed budget for the 2026‑27 fiscal year is outlined o

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