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Jun 07 2026POLITICS

California School Leadership Race Turns Into a Political Showdown

The upcoming election for California’s top education job has turned into a clash between two very different school board leaders. One side is led by Richard Barrera, who has spent 18 years on the San Diego Unified School Board. He is known for working closely with teachers and for big bond projec

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Jun 07 2026LIFESTYLE

Why Gen Z is trading screens for real-life moments

For years, social media was the go-to place for Gen Z to hang out, share life updates, and discover trends. But something’s shifting. While older groups still scroll endlessly, many young people are stepping back, craving something real instead of endless feeds. Some grew up with dial-up internet an

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Jun 07 2026HEALTH

Diabetes and Cancer: A Closer Look at the Hidden Connections

Research shows that people with diabetes face a higher chance of developing certain cancers. The strongest links are found with breast, colon, uterus, liver, pancreas, and gallbladder cancers. But figuring out if diabetes actually causes cancer or if other factors play a bigger role isn’t simple. Li

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Jun 07 2026BUSINESS

Azul airline cuts flights due to rising fuel costs amid ongoing global tensions

Brazilian airline Azul has decided to reduce its flight schedules further as fuel prices stay high because of persistent world conflicts. The company's leaders believe flying fewer times makes better financial sense now than keeping the same schedule. Earlier this year, Azul already trimmed some rou

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Jun 07 2026LIFESTYLE

Teens today face different struggles than adults did

Many adults believe young people today are less tough than past generations. They point to rising anxiety rates and wonder why teens can’t handle life like they used to. Most grew up without constant updates on their social lives, where a forgotten group hangout only mattered by Monday morning. Now,

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Jun 07 2026OPINION

A look back at a graduation day and a doctor's tough call

Few people remember speeches given at graduation ceremonies years later. The excitement of stepping into the future often overshadows the words shared by speakers. One such graduate, lost in thought during a sea of celebrations, recalled an unexpected commencement talk. The speaker was a public heal

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Jun 07 2026FINANCE

Keep the Money Close: Indonesia’s Push to Steady Its Currency

Indonesia’s leaders are scrambling after the rupiah hit record lows and local stocks tanked faster than anywhere else last week. The finance team and central bank aren’t just watching—they’re rolling out a plan to stop the slide. On Saturday, officials laid out two big moves: make sure there’s enoug

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Jun 07 2026POLITICS

Kosovo votes again amid ongoing political deadlock

Kosovo will hold its third parliamentary election in just a year and a half on Sunday, as political parties remain stuck in a cycle of failed agreements. No single group has managed to secure enough seats to form a stable government, leaving the country without key leadership roles for longer than e

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Jun 07 2026POLITICS

Can nations act alone on Israel-West Bank issues?

France and some European friends are quietly putting together a list of people to punish for recent violence in the West Bank. These aren't big dramatic moves—just freezing bank accounts and banning certain people from traveling. The catch? Each country might pick different names, so no single world

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Jun 07 2026POLITICS

California’s population slowdown: what it means for the future

California grew fast in the mid-1900s, adding nearly 13 million people between 1940 and 1970. Most were Americans moving for jobs, along with a baby boom. Cities expanded quickly, building new schools, roads, and water systems to keep up. But growth slowed in the 1970s as the economy shifted from fa

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