Health & Policy: Marketplace health insurance premiums are projected to rise again in 2027, with a median 14% hike proposed by ACA insurers as enhanced premium subsidies expire and costs keep climbing. Elections & Security: Minnesota’s top election official says federal election-security support has pulled back, leaving states to plan for worst-case scenarios without the usual federal briefings and trainings. STEM Breakthroughs: University of Minnesota researchers unveiled “SpudCell,” a synthetic cell that can feed, grow, copy its DNA, and divide—an important step toward understanding what’s needed for lifelike systems. Conservation & Ecology: The Minnesota DNR finalized a long-range muskie plan through 2040, including more yearling stocking and a stronger focus on established fisheries. Tech & Industry: Northern Technologies International reported record quarterly sales tied to corrosion prevention and bioplastic resin solutions. Data Centers & Community Impact: A national day of protest against data centers is planned for July 18, reflecting growing local concerns about power, water, noise, land use, and security. Food & Waste: Ramsey and Washington counties expanded their food scraps pickup program to more communities using robotic sortation at a regional facility. Health Tech: TRiCares began enrolling the first patient in a U.S. pivotal study comparing its Topaz transcatheter tricuspid valve replacement system against the Edwards EVOQUE system.