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Celebrities Put Their Money Where Their Mouths Are in Senate Races

July 2, 2026

Wealthy stars like Barbra Streisand and Elon Musk are throwing big money into key Senate races this election season. They’re not just talking about who should win—they’re writing checks to make it happen. Democrats see an opening to flip the Senate, especially with Trump’s approval ratings taking a

technology

China races to build its own AI chips as U. S. keeps tightening export rules

July 2, 2026

Late in spring of 2026, Washington expanded the list of chips U. S. companies cannot freely send to China. The updated rules cover some of Nvidia’s fastest AI processors, the same ones powering data centers worldwide. Any shipment to a Chinese address now needs a special license, even if it first st

politics

Sports rules get a biology-based makeover

July 2, 2026

A big court decision says sports can keep separate men’s and women’s teams based on biology, not how someone feels. The Supreme Court voted 6 to 3 that states don’t have to let boys who see themselves as girls compete in girls’ sports. The idea is that fairness matters most for female athletes. The

politics

Where Do Our Teachers Really Stand?

July 2, 2026

Most college professors lean left, and the gap keeps growing. In 1969, two liberal professors balanced every conservative one; today it’s almost seven to one. That tilt shapes classroom conversations, hiring choices, and who feels free to speak up. Some teachers hide their views to keep their jobs,

opinion

Reflections on what freedom means today

July 2, 2026

Many people feel torn between pride and worry when July 4th arrives. One reader shared how their grandparents left a troubled region in the 1920s, arriving with almost nothing but still feeling they gained everything. Their story reminds us that freedom often comes at a cost and that democratic valu

opinion

What Does True Love for America Look Like?

July 2, 2026

America turns 250 years old this July 4th, but the way we celebrate freedom matters just as much as the fact that we're celebrating it. The country's founding promise—that all people are equal and deserve life, liberty, and the chance to pursue their dreams—isn't just a nice idea written in old pape

politics

India and America: Why Getting Along Still Matters

July 2, 2026

Back in the 1970s, when left-wing protests filled India’s streets, the Soviet Union was the great friend everyone talked about. Fast-forward to today, and nothing dominates Indian minds more than the United States. The relationship between New Delhi and Washington has grown far beyond simple diploma

opinion

America’s founding wasn’t a religious movement—so why the push for a Christian nation?

July 2, 2026

When America marks its 250th year since breaking from Britain, many leaders will call the country a "nation under God. " But that phrase doesn’t belong in the Declaration of Independence. In fact, the famous document never mentions Christianity, Jesus, or any church authority. Its only mention of a

religion

New Report Sparks Debate Over Religious Freedoms in US Schools

July 2, 2026

A recent government report suggests major changes to how religious expression is handled in American schools and public spaces. The document, prepared by a special commission, claims religion has been unfairly pushed out of daily life and calls for stronger protections. Key proposals include a new h

politics

Reflecting America: What Leaders Say About Innovation, Freedom, and the Future

July 2, 2026

From space to the classroom, American icons are sharing what the country means to them as it approaches its 250th year. Astronaut Suni Williams has seen Earth from above. Every orbit reminds her how far the nation has come. She points to American inventions—rockets, satellites, even the small tools