Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

Free users in the US now have access to “Thinking (3 Pro)” for “Complex reasoning and generative layouts.” There are daily usage limits, with Gemini 3 Flash now powering the “Auto” model. Similarly, ...

All lanes on I-10 west near Vinton are closed following a crash. Eastlake and Chapin claim Bi-District Titles The UIL State Basketball Playoffs have tipped off across Texas with the Bi-District Round ...