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Apr 20 2026OPINION

When Leaders Play God: Why Mixing Politics and Religion Can Backfire

Some supporters of a former U. S. president once made a short film comparing him to a protector sent by a higher power. They used a famous speech’s style to suggest this leader was chosen by destiny. The video called him a leader who would never abandon his people. The former president shared it him

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Apr 19 2026OPINION

Housing Money Matters: Why Colorado Must Keep the Funds

Colorado faces a real housing crisis. People can’t afford to live where they work, and the problem spreads to all ages. Young adults hide in basements, older ones struggle to downsize, and families drive farther for jobs. This hurts local roads and makes it hard for employers to find talent. In 202

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Apr 19 2026ENTERTAINMENT

When Celebrities Treat Workers Poorly

Some big names forget that service workers are people too. From rude comments to throwing food, their behavior often goes viral. Chloe Fineman once used her TV fame as a free pass to skip a reservation, ignoring empty tables at a fancy restaurant. Hailey Bieber got called out by a hostess who said s

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Apr 19 2026EDUCATION

How one Columbia school leader is shaping education beyond the usual classroom

Columbia Public Schools has tapped Douglass High School Principal Eryca Neville to lead a new role focused on students who need learning options outside traditional classrooms. Neville steps into the executive director of alternative education position after nearly a decade as Douglass High’s top ad

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Apr 18 2026EDUCATION

The Classroom Crisis: Why Lectures Are Losing Their Spark

College students spend most of their week in lecture halls, yet they rarely listen. Their eyes drift to screens where they check messages or play quick games while the professor talks. Only when a new slide pops up do they try to write something down, hoping it will help later. Professors o

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Apr 18 2026ENVIRONMENT

Fast‑Track Clean Energy After Middle East Tensions

Colombia’s environment chief argues that the war in Iran shows how quick the world must move away from oil, gas and coal. She says that the uncertainty in global fuel supplies forces governments to hurry toward solar, wind and geothermal power. The comments come before a big meeting in Santa M

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Apr 18 2026HEALTH

Understanding forced care in mental health hospitals

Some people in psychiatric wards get care they didn\'t ask for. This happens when staff believe someone is at risk of hurting themselves or others. But this approach raises big questions. Is it really helpful to force treatment? Or does it just take away control from people who need support the most

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Apr 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

K‑Pop Giants Unite to Dream a Worldwide Festival

South Korean music powerhouses Hybe, YG Entertainment, SM Entertainment and JYP Entertainment are joining forces to build a new company that could host an international music festival featuring their stars. The move comes after the four firms, all members of a government cultural committee, annou

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Apr 17 2026LIFESTYLE

A look at the changing face of Southwest Florida's growing areas

Southwest Florida is seeing a wave of new construction that’s reshaping the landscape from Estero to Bonita Springs. One of the biggest hotspots is the Coconut Point corridor, where billions are being poured into high-rises, sports complexes, and entertainment hubs. The Estero Sports Park Complex is

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Apr 17 2026BUSINESS

Why AI Won’t Replace All Businesses Just Yet

Some entrepreneurs believe AI can build apps from simple English instructions, but not all industries face the same risk. A well-known tech leader recently argued that companies relying on physical logistics and hands-on operations may survive this shift better than pure software firms. His reasonin

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