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Libraries remain one of the last free public spaces in the US

National Library Week, on April 19-25, 2026, draws attention to one of the few places left where Americans can walk in and stay without paying. Across the country, libraries continue to offer space, internet access and in-person help as fewer indoor settings allow people to linger freely. As

'Industrial' clickbait disinformation targets Australian politics

'Industrial' clickbait disinformation targets Australian politics

From anti-transgender narratives about Olympic swimmers to fabricated comments from right-wing politicians, a slew of Facebook pages managed from Vietnam are capitalising on Australia's febrile politics to promote AI-generated articles on websites designed for profit. With names like "Swimming Secrets" and "Tennis

Is small talk actually good for us?

Is small talk actually good for us?

By Stephen Beech It really is good to talk, according to new research. People underestimate how enjoyable seemingly mundane everyday conversations can be, suggests the findings. Even small talk, idle gossip or general chit-chat that many people try to avoid because they think it will be boring may actually

Proposed AI data centers raise concerns from Montanans

Proposed AI data centers raise concerns from Montanans

The AI data center industry is making its way into Montana, raising a slew of concerns for many residents. Last Monday, the Montana Environmental Information Center (MEIC) held a panel discussion at the Gallatin Gateway Community Center to discuss environmental and ethical issues surrounding the presence of AI data centers

Brock Tessman officially sworn in as the 13th president of MSU

For the first time in 15 years, the MSU community had the opportunity to inaugurate a new president. Brock Tessman was sworn in as the University’s 13th president at his investiture on April 2 as part of a two-day inauguration celebrating his appointment. The ceremony included performances by

‘The arts belong to everyone’: Dean Adams encourages students to see art in the monotony of life

‘The arts belong to everyone’: Dean Adams encourages students to see art in the monotony of life

Have you ever wondered about the embossed tile structures on the outer wall of Renne Library, or paused in Cheever Hall to take in the artwork on display? Although the details may be easy to overlook during the campus hustle-and-bustle, Dean Adams — the dean of the College of

Bridger’s Early Closure Sparks Disappointment Amongst Student Shredders

Bridger’s Early Closure Sparks Disappointment Amongst Student Shredders

“Mid.” “Disappointing.” “Slow.” That’s how MSU students are describing this Bridger Bowl ski season, which ended earlier than expected. On March 20, the ski area posted a video on Instagram featuring General Manager Hiram Towle standing in an ankle-deep puddle of water at the base area. In the