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Apr 25 2026BUSINESS

Airport shops keep local names alive but not their original essence

Portland’s airport now has two new small shops that borrow names from local businesses. One is called Sheridan Fruit Company, named after a grocery that closed in February after 110 years. The other is Topaz Farm, a nod to a farm on Sauvie Island that reopened in 2020 under a new label. Both shops s

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Apr 25 2026RELIGION

A Fresh Start for Harrisburg’s Jewish Community

The Harrisburg Jewish Federation is shifting its approach after deciding to pause work on the Alexander Grass Campus for Jewish Life. Leaders recently confirmed this change in a letter, explaining that the current plan isn’t working and needs a major overhaul. Over the past few weeks, discussions we

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Apr 24 2026HEALTH

Medical research funding delays: how paperwork and politics are stalling breakthroughs

The government agency that hands out most U. S. medical research dollars is running months behind schedule this year. Instead of funding about 4, 000 new projects by late March, it has approved fewer than 2, 000. That shortfall means thousands of scientists are stuck waiting, some projects are pause

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Apr 24 2026POLITICS

Who Really Wears Out America’s Trust on the World Stage?

When Donald Trump steps away from office, many assume America’s global reputation will automatically reset. Reality tells a different story. Years of political division have left deeper scars than recent headlines suggest—Trump didn’t invent polarization, but his presidency certainly turned up the v

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Apr 24 2026POLITICS

Soccer Fans Warned: US World Cup Trip Could Bring Trouble

Big sporting events usually mean fun, excitement, and friendship. But not everyone heading to America in 2026 for the World Cup might feel safe. That’s the warning from human rights groups who say travelers could face problems like being held without reason or kicked out of the country. These groups

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Apr 24 2026POLITICS

Drone Strikes Hit Russian Oil Hubs: Fires, Fumes, and Fallout

On April 16, a Ukrainian drone targeted Russia’s Tuapse oil terminal on the Black Sea coast. The attack sparked a four-day blaze that finally died down on April 20, though firefighters still worked to fully snuff out smoldering remains. The terminal, a key export point for Russian oil products, had

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Apr 24 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Hollywood’s New Block: Fewer Choices, Bigger Bills?

Two of the biggest players in movies and TV are teaming up in a deal worth more than most countries’ GDP. Warner Bros. and Paramount, both household names, are merging in an $81 billion takeover. That money could fund a hundred movies—or just one really expensive one. The new giant would control fam

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Apr 24 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Two Reality Stars, Fresh Betrayals, and a Dance Floor Showdown

Ciara Miller and Maura Higgins—two women who’ve recently dealt with public heartbreaks on reality TV—are about to step into the spotlight again. Miller, known for her hot-and-cold moments on "Summer House, " was blindsided when her ex started dating her friend just weeks ago. Higgins, who won fans o

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Apr 24 2026CELEBRITIES

April 23rd Birthday Squad: Who’s Turning Up?

April 23rd isn’t just any random date—it’s a big day for over 40 well-known faces crossing another year in their life, from Hollywood stars to Olympic champions. Among the crowd this year, Chloe Kim stands out at 26 after her latest Olympic performance, while comedians like George Lopez, at 65, cont

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Apr 24 2026LIFESTYLE

Why celebrities are showing their plastic surgery scars online

The trend of celebrities posting their surgical scars and recovery details online has become a new normal. Gone are the days when stars kept their cosmetic procedures a secret. Now, they freely share pre-surgery markings, post-op bruises, and even the stitches that freshen their faces. This openness

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