POLITICS

Mar 06 2026POLITICS

Alaska’s Energy Future: Why a Pipeline Beats Quick LNG Export

The idea of sending gas straight from the North Slope to overseas markets without a pipeline raises serious concerns. First, it would bring huge ships close to fragile Arctic communities, disturbing traditional whaling that sustains both food and culture. Hunters rely on clear waters; large tankers

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Mar 06 2026POLITICS

The Real Reason People Turn to Populist Leaders

Populism is no longer just a story about workers left behind by big tech and automation. Recent elections show that fear of everyday life is pulling voters toward leaders who promise simple fixes. Economic worry spreads far beyond factories. Many people feel trapped by rising costs, uncertain jobs,

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Mar 06 2026POLITICS

Political Bribes and a Pardon: The Sittenfeld Saga

P. G. Sittenfeld became the youngest member of Cincinnati City Council in 2012 when he was just 27. Eight years later, the city’s top mayoral hopeful found himself in federal custody after an FBI sting that filmed him accepting $40, 000 from undercover agents posing as developers. The operation clai

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Mar 06 2026POLITICS

Presidents Gather to Honor Civil‑Rights Leader in Chicago

Former U. S. Presidents Joe Biden, Barack Obama and Bill Clinton are set to attend a large memorial service for civil‑rights activist Jesse Jackson in Chicago. The ceremony will take place at the House of Hope, a 10, 000‑seat venue on the city’s South Side. Jackson, who passed away last month at age

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Mar 06 2026POLITICS

Travel Chaos Threatens Danish Votes Abroad

Denmark’s election on March 24 faces a new hurdle: voters overseas may not get their ballots in time. The country’s government warned that fighting in the Middle East is disrupting flights and mail routes, making it hard for postal votes to reach Denmark before the count. Key airports such as

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Mar 06 2026POLITICS

New Jersey Builders Fight New Flood Rules That Could Hurt Shore Towns

The state of New Jersey has issued a new flood‑control rule that will raise the minimum height for houses in risky areas. The rule, called R. E. A. L. , requires homes to be built at least four feet higher than the federal standard. If a town’s flood line is two feet, the new law makes the hou

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Mar 06 2026POLITICS

Politicians and Their Religious Claims

The claim that a leader’s faith guides all their actions is common, yet when policy choices clash with religious teachings, the story changes. In Washington, several lawmakers say they are guided by their faith, but their voting records show a different picture. Joe Biden and Nancy Pelosi both

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Mar 06 2026POLITICS

AI, War and the Right‑to‑Repair Debate

The U. S. Army has decided to pull $200 million worth of software from a major AI company because the firm will not let it be used for mass spying on citizens or for fully autonomous weapons. The move sparks a debate about who gets to decide how powerful technology is used. The company’s leaders sa

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Mar 06 2026POLITICS

EU Leaders Reach Out to Middle East for Dialogue

European leaders Antonio Costa and Ursula von der Leyen plan a video call with key Middle Eastern figures on Monday to talk about the region’s tensions. The meeting aims to let the leaders share their views on current events and explore how the EU can help countries there. It also seeks to dis

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Mar 06 2026POLITICS

Mass Shelters Populated as Lebanese Face New Evacuation Orders

A surge of panic is sweeping Lebanon after Israeli forces issued urgent evacuation notices to large regions. The latest directive targets Beirut’s southern suburbs, areas under Hezbollah control, and parts of the eastern Bekaa Valley. As a result, roughly 100, 000 people have sought refuge in collec

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