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Mar 23 2026POLITICS

When Beliefs Clash With Medical Care

A new law in Iowa lets health workers skip treatments they find morally wrong—even if patients depend on them. That’s a problem. Doctors, pharmacists, and hospitals shouldn’t pick and choose which medical care they provide based on personal beliefs. Medicine isn’t about individual comfort; it’s abou

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Mar 22 2026POLITICS

Hidden Meetings, Public Scrutiny: A Texas DA in the Hot Seat

The case that began with a 2020 protest in Austin is now stirring deeper questions about how prosecutors work. A district attorney, who won his position after a campaign promising to target police misconduct, faces pressure from local law‑enforcement groups to step down. The controversy centers on a

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Mar 22 2026POLITICS

Governors Lose Power to Pick College Trustees

The New Mexico Legislature has passed a draft change to the state Constitution that would cut the governor’s direct role in choosing members for university governing boards. The proposal, called House Joint Resolution 1, would let the Legislature set up nominating committees that guide the governor’

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Mar 22 2026HEALTH

Women Finding Strength: Why Lifting Is the Next Big Move

Many college students notice a gym filled with men and feel shy about using the free‑weight area. One student’s experience shows that feeling alone can push a woman to skip resistance training entirely. Yet research says weight work is essential for everyone, especially women. Health experts advise

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Mar 22 2026POLITICS

Quincy Faces Big Decision: New Firefighter Gear Costs $2. 6 Million

The city council is set to meet again on March 23 to decide whether to issue a $2. 6 million bond that would buy new firefighter turnout gear free of PFAS chemicals. The current equipment has tested positive for these substances, which are linked to health risks such as certain cancers. Some council

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Mar 22 2026POLITICS

Local Schools Seek More Control Over Charter Budgets

In Charleston County, a group of school leaders wants state lawmakers to give local districts more say in how charter schools use their money. Daniel Prentice, the district’s chief finance officer, is urging representatives to add a clause that would require charter budgets to be approved by the

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Mar 22 2026POLITICS

Friendship Across the Party Line: A Debate That Matters

David Axelrod, a former Obama adviser, and Scott Jennings, who has worked for President Bush, met on March 17 at Arizona State University to discuss big national issues. They were joined by former Senator Jeff Flake, now a university director. The event was part of ASU’s Dialogues for Democracy seri

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Mar 22 2026CRIME

Deep Ellum gets a fresh safety strategy after crime rise

Deep Ellum in Dallas has faced growing concerns about late-night safety after a noticeable uptick in violent incidents last year. Local business groups, including the Deep Ellum Foundation, spent months putting together a new safety plan to address these issues. The district, known for its mix of da

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Mar 20 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrity Height Match‑Ups: Tall vs. Short

Celebrities often spark curiosity when their heights are compared, and a quick visual list can be surprisingly entertaining. The first pairing that many fans notice is the striking contrast between a 7‑foot‑1‑inch basketball legend and a gymnast standing at just 4‑feet‑8‑inches. Other familiar

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Mar 20 2026BUSINESS

Rebooting Denim: How One Brand Turned Back the Clock

True Religion’s comeback began when its new CEO, Michael Buckley, took the helm in 2019 after the company was emerging from bankruptcy. He saw that the old ways—selling pricey jeans in luxury department stores and targeting high‑income shoppers—were no longer working. The brand’s sales had stalled,

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