Extreme weather hits across the country as Gulf states prepare for Tropical Storm Bertha impact

Tornadoes swept across parts of the Midwest to the Northeast on Tuesday, leaving behind major damage. Meanwhile, on the Gulf Coast, Tropical Storm Bertha’s winds reached 59 mph and rough surf pounded Panama City Beach, Florida. Lana Zak has the latest. Source link

Why the liberal arts can help young Americans prepare for the era of AI

Computer science is out on U.S. college campuses, while the new “new” things — faculties like critical thinking and communication — may have a familiar ring.  The advent of artificial intelligence is giving a new shine to a liberal arts education, which career experts say nurtures the skills valued by employers as AI increasingly changes … Read more

From The Sports Desk: Knicks-Spurs prepare for 1999 NBA Finals reboot

A lot happened in the NBA over the weekend — San Antonio toppled defending champs Oklahoma City in Game 7 of the Western Conference finals, meaning we’re now guaranteed a new NBA champion. Will Jalen Brunson deliver New York’s first title in more than 50 years? Or will Victor Wembanyama assume his place atop the … Read more

Colombians, weary of violence, prepare to vote in polarizing election

Millions in Colombia will head to the polls on Sunday to cast their vote in a high-stakes presidential election that is expected to result in a runoff between two strikingly different candidates.  A new president could be elected, but no candidate is expected to clear the 50% threshold required to win in the first round. … Read more

NASA announces 3 uncrewed missions to the moon this year to prepare to build a base

NASA on Tuesday announced plans for three uncrewed missions to the moon later this year that will serve as early steps toward the long-term goal of building a permanent base on the lunar surface. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. During these missions — all robotic … Read more

Summer air travel is shaping up to be a mess. Here’s how travelers can prepare.

Rising airfares, airport delays and flight cancellations could make travelers wish they had opted for a staycation this summer.  On-time flight arrivals in 2025 were at their worst level since 2014, according to a new report from the U.S. PIRG Education Fund, a consumer public interest group. Last year, one in 12 flights arrived at … Read more

Josh Shapiro and Stacy Garrity prepare to face off for governor of Pennsylvania this fall

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and state Treasurer Stacy Garrity will face off this fall in a ticket-topping race for governor in the nation’s largest swing state. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. The matchup being set is no surprise, as both cleared the fields in their … Read more