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Maine Democrats Seek Platner-Like Change Agent Minus Baggage
State party members look for a candidate who can replicate successful prior strategies without associated controversies, according to initial reporting.
Voters Receiving Campaign Text Messages Ahead of Midterms May Be Interacting With AI Bots, Report Finds
Campaign consultants say AI-generated texts are reshaping voter outreach, while election security experts raise concerns about disclosure requirements.
Robert Davi Criticizes NYC Mayor Over Map That Omitted Little Italy
The actor, born in Astoria, Queens, called on Mamdani to 'respect the city' and its Italian-American heritage after a city map highlighting immigrant enclaves left out the historic neighborhood.
Meta Pulls Instagram AI Photo Feature After Privacy Backlash
The Muse Image AI model, launched Tuesday as a 'creative partner' for generating social media photos, was removed Friday following immediate user concerns.
Guggenheim Museum Among NYC Buildings That Tested Positive for Legionnaires' Bacteria Amid Upper East Side Outbreak
City health officials have ordered 31 buildings to disinfect cooling towers as more than 50 people remain diagnosed with the disease, though no deaths have been reported.
Crypto Bill Faces Make-or-Break Moment Ahead of August Recess
The Clarity Act, which would establish a federal regulatory framework for digital assets, has roughly four weeks to clear remaining hurdles before Congress departs for the summer.
As Country Turns 250, Retired Judges Hit Road to Defend Judicial Independence
A coalition of former federal judges is traveling across the nation during America's semiquincentennial to promote understanding of judicial independence and the rule of law.
Miami Gardens Hosts World Cup Matches While Miami Gets the Promotion
The predominantly Black city of 114,000 has staged five matches at what was temporarily rebranded Miami Stadium, yet FIFA's marketing showcases downtown skylines and Biscayne Bay.
How Norway Built a Sporting Superpower With 5.6 Million People
The Nordic country's model emphasizes participation over early specialization, sustained public investment and universal access — producing elite athletes across multiple sports.
JD Vance Says Evidence Against Tyler Robinson Is 'Really, Really Compelling'
Vice president says he believes 23-year-old accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk is guilty but still questions possible broader network of radicalization