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GeekWire
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Archives to avatars: Microsoft AI powers the interactive president at new Theodore Roosevelt library
With the opening of the new Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in Medora, N.D., earlier this month, visitors can interact with a lifelike, AI-powered avatar of Roosevelt and ask questions about his life, leadership and legacy. Read More
Seattle Medium
35 minutes
A Timeline Of Nolan Wells’ Disappearance, Death And The Unfolding Investigation
The puzzling death of Nolan Wells, an 18-year-old college football player, whose body was discovered on July 6 near Horn Island, has ignited widespread speculation and distrust, particularly given Mississippi's complex racial history. Wells' family, noting his status as the sole person of color in photographs with friends on the trip, has retained civil rights attorney Ben Crump, underscoring their demand for transparency and accountability as the investigation into his final hours continues.
Phinney Wood
about 1 hour
You’re invited to Phinney Neighborhood Preschool Co-op’s pre-K open house
On Friday July 17th, all are invited to experience Phinney Neighborhood Preschool Co-op’s Pre-K program firsthand! Meet Pre-K Teacher Sarah, explore the classroom, and enjoy hands-on activities while learning how […]
Seattle Medium
about 1 hour
Could The Next World Cup Have Even More Teams? FIFA Is Considering It
FIFA is considering a further expansion of the World Cup, with discussions underway for a potential 64-team tournament, following the success of the current record-setting 48-team format. This development coincides with photojournalists meticulously documenting the event's memorable moments, capturing the raw emotion and passion of the global competition. Simultaneously, the Golden Boot race remains a focal point, with Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé currently leading the pursuit for the tournament's top scorer.
Seattle Medium
about 1 hour
Crump, Sharpton Demand Answers in Nolan Wells Case
Civil rights leaders Attorney Benjamin Crump and Rev. Al Sharpton have demanded a thorough and transparent investigation into the death of 18-year-old football player Nolan Xavier Wells, who was found deceased following a July 4th boating excursion in Mississippi. Citing conflicting accounts and racial dynamics, they urged investigators to ensure no aspect of the case remains unexamined.
Seattle Medium
about 2 hours
How One Teacher’s Locs Changed Her Classroom
Educator and author Eghosa Obaizamomwan Hamilton asserts that Black women's hair experiences profoundly influence their educational journeys and pedagogical approaches. Hamilton, who recently published "Articulations, A Radical Methodology for Black Pedagogy: Redefining Education Through Black Women’s Hair Experiences," discussed how her personal decision to grow locs during the COVID-19 pandemic led to a more Black-centered teaching methodology. Her work highlights the systemic pressures Black women face regarding their natural hair and advocates for self-determination in educational spaces.
Seattle Medium
about 2 hours
Medicaid Ban On Routine Care At Planned Parenthood Ends
Medicaid reimbursements to Planned Parenthood and similar healthcare providers have been reinstated, restoring access to crucial routine healthcare services for millions of low-income individuals following the expiration of a congressional ban.
Seattle Medium
about 2 hours
Divorce in the Black Church: Why Women Often Bear The Blame
Interviews with divorced church members, therapists, and ministry leaders reveal a troubling pattern where patriarchal traditions influence the perception of fault and congregational inclusion following marital dissolution, highlighting a critical need for religious institutions to enhance support systems and understanding for individuals navigating divorce.
Seattle Medium
about 2 hours
Kalshi’s ‘Segregation Market’ Turns Black Suffering Into A Betting Line
Kalshi, a U.S. prediction market, has launched an advertising campaign that re-imagines historical events, including segregation-era scenarios, as betting opportunities. The initiative has drawn significant criticism for its perceived insensitivity toward African Americans and its commodification of profound human struggles into market questions.
GeekWire
about 5 hours
Augmodo raises $21M to push its spatial AI beyond just retail toward the broader physical workforce
Customer demand is pulling the Seattle startup's technology into warehouses, facility maintenance, delivery, and other parts of the physical workforce. Read More
NW Progressive Institute
about 13 hours
Senator Lindsey Graham: 1955–2026
The long-serving Republican, South Carolina's senior U.S. Senator, passed away on July 11th, 2026, due to an aortic dissection. He was known for his controversial stance on issues and close ties with Donald Trump, which came after he bluntly disavowed Trump before the 2016 presidential election. His death could seriously impact floor and committee dynamics in the United States Senate, leading to potential challenges for Republicans as they try to move their agenda before the midterms. Senator Lindsey Graham: 1955–2026 is a post from NPI's Cascadia Advocate, the journal of the Northwest Progressive Institute. Published continuously since March of 2004, NPI's Cascadia Advocate provides thoughtful commentary and analysis on regional, national, and world politics. Keep The Cascadia Advocate going by making a contribution to sustain NPI's research and advocacy here.
GeekWire
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Week in Review: Most popular stories on GeekWire for the week of July 5, 2026
See the technology stories that people were reading on GeekWire for the week of July 5, 2026. Read More