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Tornadoes hit Michigan cities overnight, leaving a trail of damage

April 16, 2026

Two small tornadoes swept through parts of Michigan early Wednesday morning, according to weather experts. One touched down in Ann Arbor just before 2 a. m. , spinning at 110 mph for about two minutes. It started near Jackson Avenue and Interstate 94, then moved toward downtown before fading out nea

politics

Tax Dollars at Work: Protesters Demand Change in Santa Rosa

April 16, 2026

On April 15, a group of Santa Rosa residents gathered outside the IRS office to voice their concerns about how tax money is being used. Among them was a man dressed as Uncle Sam, playing drums to draw attention. The crowd included families with dogs, peace activists, and local groups who marched to

education

When Colleges Charge Too Much, Who Really Pays?

April 16, 2026

A year-long study by a Yale-led team recently shook the foundations of elite higher education. Their conclusion? Top universities are losing the public’s trust fast. Ten years ago, over half of Americans trusted colleges to do the right thing. Today, barely one in three feels the same way. The drop

health

A new healthcare campus for Cleveland in 2026

April 16, 2026

Cleveland is getting a major boost for healthcare training with a shared campus opening in 2026. Three groups—New Bridge Cleveland, Youth Opportunities Unlimited, and the Central School of Practical Nursing—are working together to turn a 100, 000-square-foot building in the St. Clair-Superior area i

health

How online groups are reshaping India's abortion debate

April 16, 2026

In recent years, a new wave of opposition to abortion has emerged in India, backed by powerful groups. They use social media, schools, and even crisis helplines to push their views. Instead of plain arguments, they mix science, religion, and emotions to sway young people. Some even twist political a

crime

SantaCon’s big party funds turned into personal shopping spree

April 16, 2026

Every December, thousands of Santa lookalikes flood New York sidewalks, bars, and subway cars with red suits and festive chaos. The event bills itself as a “charitable, non-political, nonsensical Santa Claus convention, ” selling tickets for $10 to $20 with promises the cash will help local causes.

education

How Alabama handles school transfers and sports eligibility

April 16, 2026

Alabama has recently made changes to how students using CHOOSE Act funds can play high school sports. The AHSAA announced that these funds won't be counted as financial aid, so students can still join sports teams. This decision follows a new law signed by the governor that ensures these students ca

finance

New Global Group Aims to Reshape Debt Talks for Developing Nations

April 16, 2026

A new alliance of finance officials from seven developing countries has launched an initiative to create a fairer system for handling debt crises. Instead of relying on traditional creditor-focused groups, this platform lets borrowing nations share strategies and push for better terms together. The

environment

Dusty air near California's shrinking lake may be slowing kids' lung growth

April 16, 2026

California's Salton Sea used to be a vacation hotspot in the mid-1900s with its sandy beaches and celebrity visitors. But decades of water mismanagement have turned this 340-square-mile lake into a drying disaster zone. As water disappears, it leaves behind a toxic mix of old pesticides, heavy metal

environment

Rare earths vs reindeer: Sweden's green push clashes with indigenous life

April 16, 2026

Sweden dreams of becoming Europe’s green energy hub, but a giant mining project could crush that dream for some. Near Kiruna, one of the world’s largest underground iron mines, a new rare earths deposit called Per Geijer could soon open. The Swedish government wants it fast-tracked because Europe ne