WASHINGTON, DC—More than 1.1 million Anker PowerCore 10000 power banks are being recalled due to concerns that their lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall Thursday, June 12, 2025, affecting approximately 1,158,000 units of the Anker PowerCore 10000 power bank, specifically model A1263. Anker has received […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Mid-Atlantic Sports Network (MASN) announced Thursday it has expanded its direct-to-consumer (DTC) streaming service, MASN+, to include MLB.TV, allowing in-market fans to stream Baltimore Orioles and Washington Nationals regular season games live or on demand without blackouts. Effective immediately, baseball enthusiasts within the MASN broadcast territory can purchase MASN+ directly through MLB.TV or the MLB app. This new […]
BALTIMORE, MD—With Father’s Day approaching and 94.3% of married dads working last year compared to 72.3% of married moms, the personal-finance website WalletHub this week released its report on 2025’s Best & Worst States for Working Dads. In order to help dads balance their dual role as parent and provider, WalletHub compared the 50 U.S. states and the District of […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this week announced $6.95 million in state grants aimed at boosting Maryland’s innovation infrastructure, supporting projects in critical technology sectors from life sciences to clean energy and cybersecurity. Ten organizations across the state were awarded funds through the Build Our Future Grant Pilot Program, part of the Governor’s Innovation Economy Infrastructure Act of 2023. The grants, […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland’s sports wagering market had its fifth-best single-month performance in May 2025, generating $7,746,363 in contributions to the state. Through the first 11 months of FY2025 (July 2024 through May 2025), sports wagering has contributed $79,696,891 to the state compared to $54,582,952 for the same period in FY2024. The state’s share of sports wagering proceeds is directed to the […]
BALTIMORE, MD—While much of the public conversation around artificial intelligence fixates on job loss, a quieter – and more optimistic – shift is underway. Across the country, new career paths are emerging not in opposition to AI, but in tandem with it. These aren’t science fiction roles of the distant future; they’re already being hired for today, often far from […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Craft beer isn’t just a trend – it’s part of the fatherhood fabric for many Gen X and younger Boomer dads. They brewed it in their garages, supported it at neighborhood taprooms, and passed their favorite IPAs down like heirlooms. But in 2025, breweries aren’t just about hops and hops alone – they’re also some of the most relaxed, […]
MIDDLE RIVER, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Planning will hold a meeting on the Small Area Plan for White Marsh, Essex-Middle River, Bowleys Quarters, and Rossville/Rosedale. The in-person meeting will be held at 6 p.m. on Monday, June 23, 2025 at the Middle River Recreation Activity Center. A virtual meeting will also be held on Tuesday, June 24th. Additional information […]