Netflix Lineup June 21-27: A Focused Selection Featuring Key Comedy and Documentary Releases
Netflix subscribers anticipating a wealth of new content between June 21 and June 27 will find a notably more focused…
Author: Ben Hardy
Hello, I'm Ben Hardy, a dedicated journalist for Willamette Weekly in Portland, Oregon. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Journalism from the University of Southern California and a Master's degree from Stanford University, where I specialized in multimedia storytelling and data journalism. At 28, I'm passionate about uncovering stories that matter to our community, from investigative pieces to features on Portland's unique culture. In my free time, I love exploring the city, attending local music events, and enjoying a good book at a cozy coffee shop. Thank you for reading my work and engaging with the stories that shape our vibrant community.
Curry County, Oregon Unveils Summer 2025 Event Calendar Amidst Natural Splendor
CURRY COUNTY, OR – As summer approaches, Curry County, Oregon, a prominent jewel on the state’s famed Wild Rivers Coast,…
Portland Mayor Wilson Navigates Budget Battles and Policy Priorities After Council Approves Over $8 Billion Plan
PORTLAND, OR – Following the Portland City Council’s finalization of the city’s budget for the upcoming fiscal year on June…
Portland Beer Week 2025: Key Events Spotlight Craft Scene on Saturday, June 21
Portland, Oregon – Portland Beer Week, the city’s signature 10-day celebration of craft brewing, is currently in full swing, transforming…
Tehran Erupts in Protest Amid Intense Regional Conflict, Diplomatic Push in Geneva, as Trump Weighs Strike Within ‘2 Weeks’
TEHRAN, Iran & GENEVA, Switzerland — Hundreds of thousands of Iranians have taken to the streets across the country, centered…
Oregon Ducks Positioned Favorably for Elite 5-Star Offensive Lineman Immanuel Iheanacho Ahead of Decisive Visit
Eugene, Oregon – The University of Oregon football program appears to be making significant strides in its pursuit of one…
Oregon Lawmakers Weigh Major Shift in Tourism Tax Funding Distribution
SALEM, OR – As the Oregon Legislature approaches its mandatory adjournment deadline of June 29, lawmakers are engaged in critical…
June 2025 Tech Under Scrutiny: AI’s Growing Carbon Footprint and Regulatory Showdowns Dominate Headlines
June 2025 marked a period of significant and complex developments across the technology sector, characterized by both rapid innovation and…
June 2025 Streaming Wars: Major New Releases and Anticipated Returns on Netflix, Hulu, Max, Prime Video, and Apple TV+
June 2025 is set to deliver a robust slate of new and returning programming across the leading streaming platforms, offering…
MIT’s Light-Speed AI Chip: A Photonic Leap Poised to Revolutionize 6G and Edge Computing
In a significant leap forward for artificial intelligence and telecommunications, researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have unveiled…