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Busy Lives, Quiet Science: What America and Researchers Miss

July 4, 2026

A lot of Americans juggle two jobs, one car, and endless errands. They barely find a spare hour for anything beyond survival. If someone tried to tell them about climate change or political resistance, most would see it as another unnecessary burden. This explains why many feel disconnected from big

weather

Hot July 4 in the Hudson Valley: Events, Weather and a Big Wedding

July 4, 2026

The Fourth of July rolled into the Lower Hudson Valley and the New York City area, bringing heat, fireworks and a celebrity nuptial. Heat was the headline: temperatures could hit 97 to 102 degrees, with a heat index that might feel like 115. An extreme‑heat warning lasted until 9 p. m. , and cool

politics

America’s Rising Spirit: A Fresh Look at 250 Years of Change

July 4, 2026

America has grown from a small colony into a global leader, overcoming many challenges along the way. For 250 years, the nation has pushed westward, cured diseases, abolished slavery, built a strong economy, and fought totalitarianism. Today the country is again gaining momentum, driven by new

opinion

A Day of Freedom and Friendship

July 4, 2026

The Fourth of July 2026 marks a big milestone: the country’s founding paper was signed two hundred and fifty years ago. It also reminds us of a strange coincidence that happened on the same date fifty years later. In 1826, two leading figures from the early days of the nation – one a former presiden

education

Celebrating a Firefighter’s Passion Through Outdoor Mentorship

July 4, 2026

A 42‑year‑old fire chief was shot while fighting a man‑made blaze on Canfield Mountain in June 2025. His wife, who shared his love for nature and guiding young people, founded a new program to keep his spirit alive. The initiative offers outdoor adventures—fishing, hiking, biking, skiing and camping

politics

Voting Day: Why Your Ballot Matters

July 4, 2026

The day the nation comes together to cast ballots is more than a routine event; it’s a chance for every citizen to shape the future. Even if you think your vote is just one of millions, it can tip the balance on local school budgets or national policy. In recent elections, a handful of swing c

politics

Joyful Politics: Lessons for Politicians Beyond New York

July 4, 2026

New York’s mayor, Zohran Mamdani, has mixed policy results after six months in office. He won a deal to grow early childhood programs, but struggled to get the state to tax the rich and will wait until 2027 for city grocery stores. What stands out is Mamdani’s “politics of joy. ” He celebra

finance

Big Banks Grab Crypto, Not the Other Way Around

July 4, 2026

The original promise of crypto was simple: let people send money without banks. A decade later, banks are using the same technology to run their own services. Bitcoin began as a way to move cash without anyone in control. Ethereum added programmable contracts, keeping the idea that finance could be

politics

Art Center Stands Strong: Director Keeps His Post Amid Campus Shake‑Up

July 4, 2026

A sudden clash erupted last week when the university tried to fire the art center’s director, Scott Propeack. The museum’s board was shocked but refused to let the move go through. They declared that Propeack would stay in charge. The university admitted it had overstepped but said it will no longe

entertainment

Celebrating America’s 250 Years: A Mix of Pride, Pain, and Art

July 4, 2026

The United States is turning 250 this Saturday, a milestone that feels both hopeful and heavy. People across the country are trying to decide what this anniversary means today, when divisions run deep and progress feels uncertain. The nation’s founding promise that “all men are created equal” still