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Russia picks war heroes and top figures for upcoming vote

June 29, 2026

Russia’s leading political party just named its most visible candidates for September’s parliamentary election. The lineup includes a wounded Ukraine veteran who became a media figure after fighting in Mariupol, a TV journalist injured while covering border clashes in 2024, the longtime foreign mini

politics

New Face, Same Old Challenges for Argentina’s Government

June 29, 2026

Argentina’s president just shuffled his top team, naming the interior minister as the new cabinet chief. The move comes after the old chief quit amid accusations of wrongdoing. The replacement starts work this week, but the government’s problems won’t disappear overnight. Poll numbers are slipping,

politics

A 19-year-old makes history by becoming Surry County’s youngest elected official

June 29, 2026

At just nineteen, Cameran Drew isn’t just another college graduate—he’s the youngest person ever elected to Surry County’s Board of Supervisors. His victory in November came down to a razor-thin margin of eight votes over his high school government teacher, who ended up conceding with grace. What ma

business

AI tools for business owners: a free plan to get started

June 29, 2026

Many business owners running companies between one and twenty-five million dollars know AI matters for growth, but most don’t know how to begin or which tools truly help. On July 9 at 8 p. m. Eastern, a live session will walk through practical steps instead of just theory. The host has built and so

politics

Four Lives Lost in Fresh Russian Strikes Across Ukraine

June 29, 2026

On a quiet Sunday morning, Russian missile strikes left a trail of destruction in two separate regions of Ukraine. In the southeast city of Zaporizhzhia, two people died while 16 others were injured when a building collapsed under the attack. Videos shared online showed flames engulfing the structur

politics

Serbia's Protests Continue After Leader's Exit Plan

June 29, 2026

Serbia saw big crowds hit the streets in Kraljevo after the president said he'd leave office. But many don't think it's the end of his influence. Protests started months ago after a tragic bridge collapse killed 16 people. Anger grew over claims of government failures and corruption. The movement be

sports

Manchester United’s New Soccer Hiring Plan Explained

June 29, 2026

A big switch has quietly happened at Manchester United, one that isn’t about new jerseys or stadium lights but about how the club picks its players today. Behind the scenes, the organization has torn down the old system and built a fresh, team-based approach to finding talent. Instead of one person

science

How Apple Trees Fight Drought: The Hidden Genes That Help Them Survive

June 29, 2026

Apple trees don’t have much control over the weather, but they do have a few genetic tricks up their sleeves when drought strikes. Scientists recently looked closely at 19 special genes in apples—part of a group called MhbZIP—that seem to play a big role in helping the trees handle dry conditions. T

environment

Nutrients in the Soil: What’s Really Moving Through the Land and Your Food

June 29, 2026

In a remote part of China’s highlands, scientists dug deep to understand why some nutrients are hard to find in the soil—and what that means for the people and animals living there. Three key elements—selenium, zinc, and iodine—are tiny but vital for health. Yet, their journey from dirt to dinner is

weather

Hot and sticky week ahead for Eau Claire and western Wisconsin

June 29, 2026

A warm, damp air mass is moving into Eau Claire and western Wisconsin as the weekend wraps up. Dew points—basically the air’s moisture level—have climbed into the 60s, making the air feel heavier than usual. Tonight, a warm front slides in from the south, bringing clouds and scattered downpours. A f