AOL’s dial up internet takes its last bow, marking the end of an era
NEW YORK (AP) — It’s official: AOL’s dial-up internet has taken its last bow. AOL previously confirmed it…
States struggle with AI therapy app rules amid mental health needs
In the absence of stronger federal regulation, some states have begun regulating apps that offer AI “therapy” as…
Boxing champ Terence ‘Bud’ Crawford held at gunpoint by Omaha police during traffic stop
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Omaha police ordered champion boxer Terence “Bud” Crawford out of his vehicle at gunpoint…
Build-A-Bear keeps racking up market gains, despite tariffs, teetering mall traffic
NEW YORK — NEW YORK (AP) — Tariffs and years of teetering mall traffic have roiled much of…
Robot umpires approved for MLB in 2026 as part of challenge system
NEW YORK (AP) — Robot umpires are getting called up to the big leagues next season. Major League…
George Takei to lead Banned Books Week, urging the fight against censorship
NEW YORK — Actor-activist George Takei’s next project is on behalf of a longtime passion — the right…
Once again, an endangered orca in Washington state is seen carrying a dead calf
EASTSOUND, Wash. (AP) — Once again, an endangered orca in Washington state has been seen carrying her dead…
Maui students face ongoing mental health battle after wildfires
LAHAINA, Hawaii (AP) — Mia Palacio felt like she lost a piece of herself when wildfires destroyed her…
Reduce screen time by finding a new hobby
During the winter of 2024, Rachel Martin came to a startling realization: She spent most of her free…
Rising inflation and a deteriorating job market puts the Fed, and Americans, in a difficult spot
WASHINGTON (AP) — Inflation rose last month as the price of gas, groceries and airfares jumped while new…
‘Book of Sheen’: Key parts of Charlie Sheen’s explosive memoir
A young Charlie Sheen once had Hollywood in his pocket, starring in culture-shaping films like “Wall Street” and…
Scientists tap ‘secret’ fresh water under ocean, raising hopes for a thirsty world
ABOARD LIFTBOAT ROBERT, North Atlantic — Deep in Earth’s past, an icy landscape became a seascape as the…