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Apr 16 2026POLITICS

Tax Dollars at Work: Protesters Demand Change in Santa Rosa

On April 15, a group of Santa Rosa residents gathered outside the IRS office to voice their concerns about how tax money is being used. Among them was a man dressed as Uncle Sam, playing drums to draw attention. The crowd included families with dogs, peace activists, and local groups who marched to

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Apr 16 2026EDUCATION

When Colleges Charge Too Much, Who Really Pays?

A year-long study by a Yale-led team recently shook the foundations of elite higher education. Their conclusion? Top universities are losing the public’s trust fast. Ten years ago, over half of Americans trusted colleges to do the right thing. Today, barely one in three feels the same way. The drop

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Apr 16 2026CRIME

SantaCon’s big party funds turned into personal shopping spree

Every December, thousands of Santa lookalikes flood New York sidewalks, bars, and subway cars with red suits and festive chaos. The event bills itself as a “charitable, non-political, nonsensical Santa Claus convention, ” selling tickets for $10 to $20 with promises the cash will help local causes.

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Apr 16 2026SPORTS

How Jackie Robinson’s Number 42 Became a Symbol of Change

April 15 isn’t just another date on the sports calendar. It’s the day Jackie Robinson stepped onto the field in 1947 and changed baseball forever. More than seven decades later, his impact still echoes across the sport. This year, Major League Baseball teams are honoring that legacy in a big way—eve

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Apr 16 2026SCIENCE

Looking at leadership: Does dominance really hold women back?

Researchers revisited a 2012 study that suggested Black women managers could show dominance without facing penalties that White women did. The original work found White women leaders got judged more harshly when they acted assertive, while Black women didn’t seem to suffer the same consequences. But

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Apr 16 2026HEALTH

Why South Carolina's Black Mothers Face Higher Risks During Pregnancy

South Carolina stands out in the U. S. for having some of the biggest gaps in care for Black mothers. These women are twice as likely to die during or after childbirth compared to others. Experts say this isn’t just bad luck—it’s a pattern tied to how healthcare treats people differently based on ra

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Apr 16 2026SPORTS

Is Arsenal playing it too safe with Arteta?

Arsenal’s recent seasons under Arteta have shown steady progress but also frustrating limits. The team has climbed from mid-table to title contenders, yet when pressure mounts, their style often flips from confident to cautious. Many fans and pundits now wonder: is tight control actually holding the

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Apr 16 2026ENVIRONMENT

Big Tech\'s Latest Project Raises Health Concerns in Memphis Neighborhood

A major tech company wants to build a huge data center near Memphis, Tennessee, using 27 gas turbines to power its operations. The problem? They haven\'t gotten the proper air quality permits, and critics say this could harm the health of people living nearby. The NAACP is now taking legal action, a

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Apr 16 2026CRIME

When Teachers Cross the Line: A Music Teacher’s Alleged Grooming of a Student

A Florida music teacher now faces serious charges after allegedly grooming a teenage piano student in disturbing ways. Police reports claim the 53-year-old man, who taught at a Miami high school, crossed multiple boundaries with the girl. He showed her a tattoo of two hearts on his chest, telling he

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Apr 16 2026POLITICS

Israel and Lebanon edge closer to a truce while tensions stay high

As southern Lebanon braces for another round of fighting, the Israeli military has redoubled its attacks on Hezbollah positions in the town of Bint Jbeil. The strikes come even as negotiators from both sides whisper about a possible ceasefire, a move that would mark the first serious peace talks bet

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