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Colorado’s Big Education Funding Vote: What You Need to Know About Tax Caps and Schools

May 20, 2026

Colorado is about to let voters weigh in on a big change to how much money the state can spend on schools. Right now, strict tax rules called TABOR set a hard limit on state revenue, making it tough to fund public education as costs rise. A new proposal would let the state keep a little extra cash—e

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A New Chapter Begins for a Political Science PhD

May 19, 2026

Jake Shaw, who earned his doctorate in political science from the University of Missouri–St. Louis last spring, is set to start a tenure‑track assistant professor role at DePauw University in Indiana this August. The transition from graduate student to faculty member marks a significant milestone in

entertainment

A Weekend of Surprises: From Golf Glove Trends to Celebrity Shifts

May 19, 2026

The week before Memorial Day is a mix of excitement and unexpected moments. Golf fans are buzzing after a surprising appearance by a well‑known sports figure who rarely posts online, sparking discussion about style choices on the green. One player’s decision to wear two gloves and unconventional gea

politics

Vaccine Panel Charter Pulled Back Over Timing Slip

May 19, 2026

The U. S. health department has taken back a new charter for an important vaccine advisory group, saying the change was made too late under federal rules. The panel, which gives advice to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention about how vaccines are used across the country, had just received

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Kevin Warsh to Take Over as Fed Chair

May 19, 2026

The U. S. Senate gave the green light for Kevin Warsh to become the next head of the Federal Reserve on Wednesday. Warsh, a 56‑year‑old lawyer and former financier, was chosen by President Trump to lead the country’s central bank. He will step into a role that has been facing tough challenges,

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Trump’s Power Play and the GOP’s Midterm Juggle

May 19, 2026

In recent weeks, President Trump has taken decisive steps to remove Republican lawmakers he views as disloyal. The most dramatic example was Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana, whose primary loss ended a two‑decade career. Trump’s influence is evident: he endorsed challengers like Rep. Julia Letlow i

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Ben Cline Eyes Fifth Term After Redistricting Shake‑Up

May 19, 2026

Ben Cline announced his intent to seek another term in Congress after the Supreme Court refused to revisit a challenge to Virginia’s 2024 election map. The decision, which ended the legal fight over the April 21 vote that counted more than 1. 6 million “yes” ballots, gave Cline a clear signal that t

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Republican Vote: Will Trump’s Backing Keep Winning?

May 19, 2026

The upcoming primary in Kentucky will show if Donald Trump can still sway Republican voters. Representative Thomas Massie, who has been in office for years, will face a challenger who enjoys Trump’s support. Many people wonder whether Republicans who oppose Trump can succeed in elections. In

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Defense Leader Hegseth Takes a Political Stand

May 19, 2026

A U. S. military chief has stepped into the political arena, supporting a Republican challenger in Kentucky and critiquing an incumbent who opposes former President Trump. Pete Hegseth, the Secretary of Defense, spoke at a campaign rally for Ed Gallrein, calling out Representative Thomas Massie for

technology

A Tiny Spin Breakthrough Puts Future Computers in a New Light

May 19, 2026

The humblest piece of modern tech might soon need a retirement plan. Transistors—those microscopic switches that control almost every electronic device—have ruled computing for decades. Every time you open an app or run a game, billions of these tiny gates flicker between on and off, representing th