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Portland’s Big‑Name Chef Parties

March 11, 2026

A few weeks ago, a chef from New York’s top restaurant Atomix announced a joint dinner in Portland. The buzz around that event is huge, but it’s just one of many star‑chef gatherings in the city. One of the local spots that keeps the culinary crowd excited is Cafe Rowan on 4437 S. E. Cesar E. Ch

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A Pakistani Man Convicted for a Plot Against U. S. Leaders

March 7, 2026

A man from Pakistan was found guilty last Friday of planning to kill former U. S. President Donald Trump and other political figures in 2022, according to a U. S. justice department statement. The alleged scheme was supposedly ordered by Iran after Washington shot down an Iranian military commander

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Celebrating a Legacy: The Life and Impact of Rev. Jesse Jackson

March 7, 2026

Thousands gathered in Chicago to honor the late civil‑rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson, whose influence spanned decades of activism and politics. The ceremony drew former presidents, senators, local officials, artists, and ordinary citizens who remembered Jackson’s relentless fight for justice. F

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Jesse Jackson’s Farewell: A City Comes Together

March 6, 2026

The House of Hope on Chicago’s South Side hosted a heartfelt farewell for Rev. Jesse Jackson, the civil‑rights icon who passed away on Feb. 17 at age 84. Former Presidents Barack Obama, Joe Biden and Bill Clinton took the stage, each sharing memories that highlighted Jackson’s lifelong fight for

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Presidents Gather to Honor Civil‑Rights Leader in Chicago

March 6, 2026

Former U. S. Presidents Joe Biden, Barack Obama and Bill Clinton are set to attend a large memorial service for civil‑rights activist Jesse Jackson in Chicago. The ceremony will take place at the House of Hope, a 10, 000‑seat venue on the city’s South Side. Jackson, who passed away last month at age

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Politicians and Their Religious Claims

March 6, 2026

The claim that a leader’s faith guides all their actions is common, yet when policy choices clash with religious teachings, the story changes. In Washington, several lawmakers say they are guided by their faith, but their voting records show a different picture. Joe Biden and Nancy Pelosi both

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A Spy Plot in the U. S. : How a Pakistani Businessman Tried to Target American Leaders

March 5, 2026

The story begins with a man named Asif Merchant, who lived in Pakistan and ran several businesses. He was approached by an Iranian Revolutionary Guard officer in late 2022, who offered him a dangerous job. The plan was to hire hit men and use the money to try to kill high‑profile U. S. figures, incl

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Dangerous Skits and Threats: A Cautionary Tale

March 3, 2026

A popular American comedy show has recently drawn criticism after a segment that many viewers found offensive. The sketch, which was intended as humor, mocked a neurological condition in a way that many felt crossed the line into cruelty. The backlash highlighted how even short comedic moments can s

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Jackson’s 1984 Run: Alabama’s Political Shake‑Up

February 26, 2026

In the spring of 1984, a bold African American candidate stepped onto the national stage again. Rev. Jesse Jackson, known for his activism in civil and economic justice, sought the Democratic presidential nomination. His campaign hit Alabama hard, stirring a long‑standing Black political group calle

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A Big Fight, A Small Legacy

February 26, 2026

Terence Crawford believes the match between former champion Mike Tyson and internet star Jake Paul was not fair. He says the bout felt like a story that had been written before it started, especially when Tyson seemed to pretend he was upset. The fight happened in November 2024 when Tyson, the