resident Donald Trump has insisted that the United States is the only nation to guarantee citizenship to children born within its borders. In fact, about three dozen countries, mostly in the Americas,…
Tech Crunch – Here’s why Slate changed the battery in its cheap EV truck
While there was probably a moment when Slate’s leadership had to green-light the switch from one battery type to another, the momentum toward that decision had been building for years. Read more: Read…
El Paso Matters – Why El Paso’s mayor, city representatives are getting a 15% pay raise
The El Paso mayor and city representatives will each receive a 15% pay raise next fiscal year as part of a City Charter amendment previously approved by voters. The raise will boost…
KTSM News – House fire extinguished at Northeast home, no injuries reported
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – Emergency crews responded to a reported house fire in the 5700 block of Creston Street on Wednesday, June 24. According to initial reports from El Paso Fire…
Border Report – Speaker Johnson says he will push SAVE America Act through reconciliation 3.0
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Wednesday said he is aiming to push the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act through a third budget reconciliation bill. Johnson’s remarks came shortly after President…
Border Report – Comedian ‘Skweezy Jibbs’ hosts volleyball game at US-Mexico border
Comedian Skweezy Jibbs hosted a game of volleyball with fans on Tuesday at the border wall between El Paso and Juarez. Read: Read More
Tech Crunch – Facebook rolls out an AI companion app for creators
The new app, which is currently being tested with select creators, will have Facebook’s recently launched AI creator assistant built into it. Read more: Read More
Tech Crunch – Deezer says its new feature lets fans remix songs with artist consent
Global music streaming service Deezer is taking a contrarian approach to AI, even as it adds a feature that lets fans remix songs. Read more: Read More
El Paso Matters – Are you allowed to buy and light fireworks in the El Paso city limits?
Editor’s Note: El Paso Matters has partnered with Gigafact to produce “fact briefs” that examine claims about issues shaping our community. No. It is illegal to sell, buy or light fireworks within…
Border Report – Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ set to close permanently
The Florida-funded and operated migrant detention center known as “Alligator Alcatraz” is one step closer to closing permanently. Read: Read More