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nation power

Actor Uses Protest Stage to Call Out Trump’s Birthday Fight

June 15, 2026

Robert De Niro spoke at a New York protest concert on Sunday, poking fun at President Trump’s 80th birthday UFC event that took place on the White House lawn. The fight show was billed as a celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, but many saw it as Trump putting himself in the spotlight. D

art

Native Voices Challenge the Flag and Museum Walls

June 15, 2026

A bright orange neon sign outside SITE Santa Fe declares in all caps: “EVERY AMERICAN FLAG IS A WARNING SIGN. ” The message, taken from a poem by Diné artist Demian DinéYazhi’, greets visitors before they even step inside. The sign is part of an exhibition that traces how Native performance art has

sports

Kingston Stars Shine in Spanish Silks Show

June 15, 2026

A pair of athletes from Kingston stepped onto a stage in Spain and turned heads with their extraordinary performances. They performed aerial silks, an art form where performers twist around fabric hanging from the ceiling, and pole dance routines that blend strength with grace. The event drew a cro

sports

Scotland Fans Trade Kicks for Home Runs in Boston

June 15, 2026

In Boston, a wave of Scottish supporters decided to swap their soccer enthusiasm for baseball excitement. After cheering on Scotland’s national team at a World Cup match, the Tartan Army headed straight to Fenway Park for a day of baseball. The crowd carried more than a dozen bagpipes as they marche

health

Music in the OR: A Calm Tool for Kids

June 15, 2026

Children and teens who go to surgery often feel scared before the operation, afraid during recovery, and sometimes act wildly when waking up. A new study looked at whether playing music around the time of surgery can help ease those emotions and keep heart rates steady. The researchers gathered d

opinion

Fans in the U. S. Face a Hard Choice at Iran’s World Cup Match

June 15, 2026

Iran’s national soccer team is set to play in the United States this summer, but many fans living abroad are torn. The country’s recent crackdown on protests and the ongoing war with the U. S. and Israel add pressure to a simple love of the game. The team was given visas at the last minute and had

politics

Trump’s Unexpected Lessons on Politics and Pride

June 15, 2026

Donald Trump has taught me that pride can be a double‑edged sword. He uses words to rally people, yet his language often shows how unclear speech can mislead and divide. When he attacks movements that fight racism, class bias, or ableism, it reminds me how vital diversity and fairness are in s

opinion

“Balancing Growth and Heritage in a Coastal Town”

June 15, 2026

Fort Myers Beach is fighting a tough question: how to rebuild after Hurricane Ian while keeping the feel that makes it special. Some residents think new businesses and big projects will help, but they worry the town could lose its charm. Others believe preserving historic streets and local culture i

opinion

Brave Marylanders: A 250‑Year‑Old Fight That Saved a Nation

June 15, 2026

A long time ago, the British sent a huge fleet to New York. Washington’s army was outnumbered and in trouble. The British, with hired German soldiers, were very harsh—no prisoners were taken. Washington’s forces looked doomed. The only chance was a quick retreat across the Gowanus marsh. But Britis

sports

Weather‑Proof Fight Night at the White House

June 15, 2026

The UFC has promised that its June 14 event on the South Lawn will happen “no matter what. ” Dana White, the organization’s chief, told reporters that rain or snow won’t stop the fights. He added that he is tired of people worrying about weather. The National Weather Service warned of a sever