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Surprise: Valve’s new Steam Machine is here, but the price is the real shocker

Valve Software abruptly opened reservations for its latest Steam Machine on Monday, but due to the ongoing PC component shortage, did so at a significantly higher price than expected. Read More

Rob Refsnyder: Something’s Gotta Give

In mid-May, I went to a lovely afternoon game against the Padres. With a bowl of curry katsu from Tamari Bar and garlic fries in lap, surely, I thought, nothing could ruin such a pleasant day. I was right, until the bottom of the eighth inning, when Rob Refsnyder was called to pinch hit for […]

Building a ‘digital twin’ 10,000 feet underground: PNNL, Nvidia and Fervo team up on geothermal AI

As tech giants hunt for massive amounts of clean electricity, PNNL, Nvidia and Fervo Energy are partnering to develop a new public tool that aims to eliminate the guesswork of drilling into the Earth's molten depths. Read More

Amazon MGM Studios drops film about Sam Altman months after tech giant’s $50B OpenAI deal

Amazon MGM Studios has backed away from "Artificial," a nearly finished film about OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. The studio said last week that the film would "be better served if it were released by a different studio." Read More

Seattle Mariners Minor League Roundup – Week Thirteen

Tacoma Rainiers The Rainiers managed a three-three split on the week, pushing with a very solid Salt Lake team that has given many teams fits throughout the season. The Rainiers are understandably thin right now, and despite one of the better bullpen crews in recent years, the big league roster’s lack of health has decimated […]

Logan Gilbert may have turned a corner as he closes in on strikeout #1,000

Logan Gilbert is probably two starts away from recording his 1,000th career strikeout. After adding another eight in yesterday’s win over the Red Sox, he now sits at 984 since he made his debut. Yesterday’s outing, in which he walked just two and allowed only a smattering of good contact, marked the sixth solid start […]

At Obama Center, Democracy’s Triumphs and Contradictions Share The Stage

The United States, established on principles of liberty, navigates a complex history characterized by inherent contradictions and past errors. Critical acknowledgment of these historical shortcomings is imperative for the nation's ongoing evolution and societal advancement.

Michelle Obama’s ‘Imperfect Democracy’ Remark Revives Questions America Has Never Fully Answered

During the opening of the Obama Presidential Center, former First Lady Michelle Obama underscored its significance as a "living testament to the power of choice" and an "urgent call" for Americans to continue striving for a more perfect democracy. Her remarks highlighted the nation's "imperfect democracy" and the ongoing imperative to align its foundational ideals with its actions, reflecting a broader national dialogue on historical contradictions and future aspirations.

Explaining The World Cup’s Newest Rules

FIFA has implemented a new regulation for the current World Cup, stipulating that players can be sent off for covering their mouths in confrontational situations with opponents. This rule was notably applied when Miguel Almiron received a red card during Paraguay's victory over Turkey.

From New York To Seattle To DC, More Cities Are Picking Democratic Socialist Leaders

Janeese Lewis George has won the Democratic primary for Mayor of Washington, DC, garnering support from a diverse coalition. This victory marks the latest electoral success for candidates aligned with the Democratic Socialists of America and the far left, often campaigning on issues of affordability and social equity.

Riding the clean energy waves: How Sila’s Gene Berdichevsky built a next-gen battery powerhouse

From the ashes of clean tech 1.0 to scaling automotive-grade silicon anodes in Moses Lake, Sila co-founder and CEO Gene Berdichevsky shares why patience, market forces, and material science are the true keys to the energy transition. Read More