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The World’s Biggest Tech Companies Are Betting Big On Computers That Control Themselves

Nvidia, Microsoft, and Google are spearheading the development of new technologies poised to enable artificial intelligence agents to autonomously manage complex operations. This initiative seeks to reduce the conventional reliance on keyboards and mice for computer interaction.

Trump Signs Executive Order Asking For Access To New A.I. Models Before They Launch

President Donald Trump signed an executive order to allow the government early access to advanced AI models to assess cybersecurity risks and protect critical infrastructure.

White House Correspondents’ Association Reschedules Dinner After Shooting Incident

The White House Correspondents' Association announced that a second dinner will be held on July 24 with enhanced security measures after the April event was halted by a shooting incident, and President Donald Trump has accepted an invitation to speak at the dinner.

Celebrate Pride 2026, South End Style

Looking for Pride plans beyond downtown? Our guide rounds up South Seattle's biggest LBGTQIA+ celebrations, from White Center and Columbia City to Georgetown, Hillman City, and beyond.

A Story In Every Scent: Four UW Students Build Community Through Culture And Entrepreneurship

Four University of Washington students founded Lumiére, a candle company built around memories, culture and identity, to create a connection between customers and their own heritage and experiences through hand-poured candles.

Seattle Nice: Is Seattle’s Housing Market In Trouble?

By Erica C. Barnett On the latest episode of Seattle Nice, we talked to Redfin’s chief economist, Daryl Fairweather, about… The post Seattle Nice: Is Seattle’s Housing Market In Trouble? appeared first on PubliCola.

New Federal Guidelines Put Funding for Permanent Supportive Housing at Risk

By Erica C. Barnett After a long delay resulting in part from a lawsuit by the National Alliance to End… The post New Federal Guidelines Put Funding for Permanent Supportive Housing at Risk appeared first on PubliCola.

King County Transportation District nears finalizing new sales tax

Board members agree cities should receive a portion of the $100 million in expected revenue, but are now debating minimum and maximum amounts.

OPINION | To the Class of 2026: Your Actions Can Help Shape Our Future

How Villanova Shaped The New York Knicks’ Dominant Run To The NBA Finals

Former Villanova Wildcats teammates Mikal Bridges, Josh Hart, and Jalen Brunson are poised to achieve a historic milestone, potentially becoming the first trio to secure both collegiate and professional basketball championships should they lead the New York Knicks to an NBA title.