POLICY

Apr 12 2026OPINION

A year of eating like it's 1950

Cooking with beef tallow sounds like a time machine to the Eisenhower era. Back then, heart disease was the top killer and doctors blamed fatty foods. Today, scientists still warn that tallow is packed with artery-clogging saturated fat—six times more per spoonful than canola oil. Yet some wellness

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Apr 12 2026CRIME

Why NYPD overtime cuts could be making New York less safe

The detectives who stopped a machete-wielding attacker at Grand Central last weekend were working extra hours under a program now being scaled back. That program used overtime to put more officers in high-risk areas like subways and train stations. But overtime budgets have been shrinking for over a

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Seattle struggles as crime rises and politics clash

Seattle’s crime problem is growing fast. The city now ranks fourth worst among big U. S. cities for crime rates, with theft, break-ins, and violence happening far too often. Many locals feel the city’s leaders are more focused on fights with federal agencies than fixing the real issues in their neig

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Virginia's Future: Tax Policies Spark Debate Over Business Flight

The debate over Virginia’s economic direction heated up recently as political figures traded jabs over state taxes. A key voice in the conversation came from a former president, who used a social media platform to argue that rising taxes under the current governor could push businesses and wealthy r

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Is Maine’s new budget plan really a smart move?

Maine is facing real struggles right now. High living costs—especially for housing and energy—are squeezing families and businesses alike. Many people have left for other states with lower taxes and better opportunities. Small businesses, which keep local economies alive, are feeling the pinch too.

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Apr 12 2026ENVIRONMENT

Strange Temperature Shifts Across the U. S.

Different parts of America aren't warming up in the same way, according to new findings. While you might assume every place gets hotter as the planet heats up, this isn't always true. Some Southern states have actually stayed cooler than expected over time, creating what scientists call a "warming h

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Apr 12 2026OPINION

Why Naples residents aren't buying airport noise as city appeal

A Naples local isn't impressed by the idea that airport noise adds to the city's charm. Over 125, 000 flights take off and land at Naples Airport each year, making constant noise a daily reality. One resident pointed out that calling this noise "charming" feels out of touch when it disrupts peace an

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Why Pennsylvania’s Energy Bills Keep Rising

Pennsylvania sits on a goldmine of energy resources—gas, coal, nuclear, and even strong wind and solar potential. Yet households here pay some of the highest electricity bills in the country, despite sitting on top of so much energy wealth. Between 2018 and 2023, the cost per kilowatt hour jumped ne

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Apr 11 2026POLITICS

Science or Spin? The North Sea Debate

A group of about 65 people who call themselves “leading UK scientists” sent a letter asking the government to stop drilling for oil and gas in the North Sea. They say that the seas are almost empty, that more drilling would hurt people’s lives and that renewables already exist. The letter was

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Apr 11 2026POLITICS

Estonia Says Child Social‑Media Bans Won’t Fix Things

Estonia stands alone in the EU, refusing to ban kids from social media. The country’s education minister argued that blocking platforms won’t solve the real issues, and warned children will always find a way to access them. Research shows that too much time online can lead to depression, anxie

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