Technology

National Citizenship Verification System Under Development in the U.S.

SMGN Publishing July 1, 2025

Federal tool aims to improve voter roll accuracy The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is rolling out a new nationwide citizenship verification system to help state and local election officials confirm the citizenship status of registered voters. Developed with support from the White House’s Governmental Efficiency team (DOGE), the

SpaceX Rocket Explodes During Test in Texas; No Injuries Reported

SMGN Publishing June 19, 2025

A SpaceX rocket exploded Wednesday night during a test at the company’s facility in southern Texas. The incident produced a large fireball in the sky, but no injuries have been reported. According to SpaceX, the Starship vehicle experienced a “major anomaly” around 11:00 p.m. while it was on the test

Millions Still Without Emergency Alerts in Their Native Language

SMGN Publishing June 17, 2025

Although the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) approved an expansion in 2023 to deliver wireless emergency alerts in 13 additional languages and American Sign Language (ASL), messages are still only sent in English and Spanish. This decision aims to address the needs of nearly 68 million U.S. residents who speak a

Scientists Reveal the Beauty of Fieldwork Through Photography

SMGN Publishing June 11, 2025

In the polar night of the Norwegian Arctic, when the sun never rises above the horizon, researcher Emma Vogel captured an image that has gained recognition for its scientific and visual value. Vogel, a spatial ecologist at the University of Tromsø, was awarded in a “Scientist at Work” photo contest

States File Lawsuit to Stop Sale of 23andMe Genetic Data Without Consent

SMGN Publishing June 10, 2025

A coalition of 27 U.S. states and the District of Columbia has filed a lawsuit in bankruptcy court aiming to prevent the sale of personal genetic data collected by 23andMe without the consent of individual users. The legal action comes amid efforts by a biotechnology firm to acquire the financially

Apple focuses on new OS design and user features, with limited updates on artificial intelligence

SMGN Publishing June 9, 2025

Apple highlights design overhaul and new features at annual developer conference At its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in Cupertino, California, Apple unveiled a refreshed operating system interface and several new features aimed at enhancing user experience across its ecosystem of devices. The new visual style, described as “Liquid Glass,”

Strained Relations Between Musk and the Presidency Raise Questions About Federal

SMGN Publishing June 6, 2025

Elon Musk’s longstanding collaboration with the U.S. government has been pivotal across multiple sectors, including space exploration, national security, and electric transportation. However, recent comments from the president suggesting a potential end to federal contracts and subsidies for Musk’s companies have brought new uncertainties to this alliance. For over two

A guide to switching appliances from gas to electric

SMGN Publishing May 13, 2025

After replacing their gas car with an electric one and installing solar panels on their century-old home, Lindsey Williamson and her husband looked for more ways to reduce their carbon footprint. They learned about heat pump water heaters but struggled to find a local installer familiar with this technology. Williamson’s

How technology shapes parenthood: Amanda Hess shares her personal journey

SMGN Publishing May 12, 2025

Journalist Amanda Hess was seven months pregnant when an ultrasound revealed that her baby appeared to be sticking out his tongue. While Hess initially found the image charming, doctors warned it could be a sign of a rare genetic condition. This discovery led to a series of MRIs, genetic tests,

Economists warn that research cuts could severely impact U.S. GDP

SMGN Publishing May 8, 2025

Economists have raised concerns about proposed federal budget cuts in the United States that would significantly reduce funding for scientific research. The plan includes substantial reductions in funding for the National Science Foundation (NSF), the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and other key scientific agencies. Experts warn that these cuts

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US Pledges $1 Billion Security Package as Colombia’s New President Takes Office

Felipe Cardona August 8, 2026

The United States is moving quickly to deepen its relationship with Colombia’s new government, pledging a $1 billion security package as President Abelardo de la Espriella takes office and signals a sharp break from the policies of his predecessor, Gustavo Petro. The announcement places security, organized crime and migration at

Abelardo de la Espriella Takes Office as Colombia’s President with Tougher Anti-Drug Agenda

Sarah Olivella August 8, 2026

BOGOTÁ, Colombia — Abelardo de la Espriella has taken office as Colombia’s new president, promising a tougher approach to security and the fight against drug trafficking organizations operating across the country. The new president, who has been described as an ally of the Donald Trump administration, has outlined an aggressive security strategy

American Airlines Shifts Elite Upgrade Strategy on Premium Domestic Routes

Felipe Cardona August 6, 2026

American Airlines is changing one of the long-standing benefits enjoyed by its most loyal travelers, reducing the number of complimentary business class upgrades available on several high-demand domestic routes. Beginning later this month, elite members flying on select transcontinental and Hawaii services will generally receive complimentary upgrades to Premium Economy