INFRASTRUCTURE

Jan 02 2026TECHNOLOGY

How a Failed Railroad is Fueling the AI Boom in Texas

Eric Schmidt, former Google CEO, is making waves in the AI world. He's not just talking about AI. He's building the infrastructure to support it. His new venture, Bolt Data & Energy, is teaming up with Texas Pacific Land. This partnership is all about providing the essentials for data centers: land,

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Jan 02 2026CRYPTO

Crypto's Rollercoaster Year: Behind the Scenes of a Resilient Market

In 2025, crypto faced four major downturns, each sparking claims that the market was doomed. Yet, beneath the surface, something different was happening. The first blow came in January when AI fears triggered a massive sell-off. Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies plummeted, but prices quickly recove

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Jan 01 2026BUSINESS

Snohomish County's Biggest Stories of 2025

In 2025, Snohomish County saw a mix of exciting and tough news. Let's dive into the top stories that caught everyone's attention. First up, Dick's Drive-In, a beloved Seattle burger joint, opened its doors in Everett. People were super excited, and the grand opening was a big deal with politicians,

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Jan 01 2026BUSINESS

Applied Digital's Bold Move in the AI Infrastructure Game

Applied Digital, a company that started with cryptocurrency mining, is making big waves in the AI infrastructure world. It's splitting off its cloud computing business into a new company called ChronoScale Corporation. This move is all about focusing on AI workloads and making the most of the boomin

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Dec 31 2025POLITICS

President Trump Blocks Two Bills, Sparks Controversy

President Donald Trump recently made a bold move by vetoing two bills that had support from both Democrats and Republicans. These bills were all about improving infrastructure, but Trump said no, claiming they would cost taxpayers too much money. One of the bills, H. R. 131, was about reducing the

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Dec 30 2025OPINION

Who Pays the Price for AI's Power Play?

AI is making big waves, and not just in tech. It's shaking up the power grid, and that's a problem for everyone. The recent green light for a massive data center in Cumberland County is just the start. This isn't just about having enough electricity. It's about who foots the bill when things don't g

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Dec 29 2025CRIME

Train Tragedy Strikes Southern Mexico

Southern Mexico faced a grim Sunday as a train derailed, taking lives and disrupting a key transport route. The Interoceanic Train, a vital link between the Pacific and Gulf of Mexico, went off track near Nizanda, a small town in Oaxaca. The incident left at least 13 people dead and dozens injured,

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Dec 29 2025POLITICS

Power Back On at Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant After Repairs

The Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, currently under Russian control, has its external power supply back online. This happened after some fixes were done to a line that was damaged. The plant's Russian operators said that Ukrainian military actions caused the damage. The International Atomic Energy

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Dec 29 2025ENVIRONMENT

Cleaning Up Our Water: How a Local Plant is Making a Big Difference

Water from homes travels through pipes to a treatment plant. There, it goes through several steps to become clean again. First, large items like sticks and plastic are removed. Then, in the primary treatment, oils and greases float to the top, while solids sink to the bottom. Next, bacteria help bre

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Dec 29 2025POLITICS

Jackson 2026: A Fresh Look at City Council Goals

Jackson's city council members are setting their sights on big changes for 2026. They're zeroing in on three main areas: keeping people safe, tackling neglected properties, and fixing up the city's roads and buildings. But each council member has their own take on what's most urgent, depending on th

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