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Apr 08 2026POLITICS

Iran’s Shadow War: How U. S. Agencies See Hidden Risks Inside America

Last month, U. S. law enforcement got an unusual heads-up. A federal report warned that Iran’s government wasn’t just a distant problem—it was already plotting inside America’s borders. The FBI and other agencies flagged military sites, Jewish organizations, and Iranian dissidents as potential targe

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Apr 08 2026LIFESTYLE

Hidden treasures and must-do stops in Lake Placid

Lake Placid isn’t just a winter wonderland—it’s a four-season playground tucked in the Adirondacks. The village carries the pride of hosting two Winter Olympics, but its charm goes beyond frozen tracks and ski jumps. In warmer months, the area transforms into a scenic escape with lakes, trails, and

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Apr 08 2026POLITICS

Rocket attack sparks protest at Kuwaiti diplomatic site in Iraq

Late on Monday evening, three Iraqi citizens were killed and five others injured when rockets struck a residence in the Khor al-Zubair area near Basra. Authorities suspect the projectiles originated from Kuwaiti soil and arrived within moments, leaving local families trapped under rubble. The sudden

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Apr 07 2026BUSINESS

Covey Gardens throws a party to mark its second year in Laguna Beach

Laguna Beach’s latest small business milestone isn’t just about cutting a ribbon—it’s a chance for locals to see what all the buzz is about. Covey Gardens, now two years into its run at 1590 S. Coast Highway, is hosting a public open house on April 16 at 5 p. m. The event packs in more than just a c

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Apr 06 2026SPORTS

Baker Mayfield: A Friend, Not a Diva

Lavonte David, the former Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker who played alongside Baker Mayfield in 2023, shares a different view of the quarterback. He says people often misjudge Mayfield’s personality and that he is actually very modest and pleasant to be around. David admits that when Mayfield fi

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Apr 04 2026POLITICS

Where Trump's Money Really Goes

Last week, the White House released its 2027 budget proposal—a plan that asks for $1. 5 trillion aimed at military spending, the biggest request of its kind in decades. But the money isn’t just for tanks and jets. It also includes a controversial missile system worth $185 billion, new fighter planes

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Apr 03 2026ENVIRONMENT

Tahoe’s Busy Summer: How Better Travel Plans Can Save the Lake

Lake Tahoe draws crowds every summer, but the surge in visitors is testing the lake’s delicate balance. More people than ever want to explore its trails, beaches, and clear waters, yet the way they get there is doing real damage. Packed roads and illegal parking spots are making it harder for wildli

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Apr 02 2026EDUCATION

Jewish students feel unsafe at UIC

Last month a group of graduate students studying at the University of Illinois Chicago described how their campus work turned confrontational when they tried to share information about people still held hostage by Hamas. Three dozen protesters surrounded them, yelling phrases like “baby killers” and

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Are strange flying objects just aliens or something else?

Last month a top US leader stirred up a fresh debate by hinting that voices in history might be right when they call unexplained flying objects “demons. ” That remark triggered immediate pushback from scientists who argue anything worth studying should be measured with instruments, not described wit

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Apr 01 2026BUSINESS

Lamb Weston’s Global Struggles Push Stock Down

Lamb Weston Holdings saw its shares dip after the company released its latest quarterly earnings. The drop came as investors reacted to a mixed financial picture that highlighted challenges overseas. While the company’s sales in foreign markets grew by 7 percent, that gain was wiped out by a matchi

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