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The Anchorage Assembly faces a split decision about what to do next with Representative George Martinez after state regulators fined him for misusing campaign money on a round‑trip trip to Florida. Three members—Erin Baldwin Day, Keith McCormick and Sydney Scout—plan to introduce a resolution tha

Carville’s 1992 Slogan Now a Weight in the Trump Era

James Carville, once the mastermind behind Bill Clinton’s 1992 win, says his famous phrase “It’s the economy, stupid” feels like a burden today because of Donald Trump. The slogan was born as a quick reminder for Clinton’s team to keep the focus on jobs and wages while Bush’s Gulf War popularity ros

business

Luxury brands now sell experiences, not just products

For a long time, luxury meant owning expensive things. Now, it’s shifting toward selling how things make you feel. This idea drives Alo Yoga’s push into the French Riviera. The brand, known for yoga clothes, is expanding beyond apparel with new stores in Cannes and Saint-Tropez, a beach takeover at

Will Americans skip July 4th over politics?

A new national poll shows 20% of U. S. adults plan to skip July 4th fireworks this year. The reason? President Trump’s tight grip on the official 250th birthday party. Some see the celebrations as a chance to honor 250 years of history. Others feel it’s become a campaign stage for one man. The divid

celebrities

The Rock’s Quiet Vote: Why He Says Politics Stay Behind the Curtain

Dwayne Johnson, known as “The Rock, ” recently told a magazine that he will keep his political views private. He said the constant debate over politics is tiring and that he wants to focus on his work in film and business. Some Hollywood figures disagreed. Actor George Takei posted that Johnson’s

“Casino Money and Illinois Politics: A Questionable Deal”

Illinois lawmakers are watching a gambling firm that keeps running into trouble with the state’s gaming board. The company, ARB Interactive, owns an online casino called Modo that officials say is operating illegally in Illinois. While the board has issued a cease‑and‑desist letter to Modo and call

celebrities

T. I. and Tiny Lose Fight for Punitive Money in Toy Court Battle

A recent jury decision stopped the celebrity duo from receiving any punitive damages in their long‑running case against MGA Entertainment. The judge had earlier dismissed a $53. 6 million punitive award, and this latest verdict confirms that MGA did not act with malice. Thus, the couple’s total reco

Crypto Money Shapes 2026 Elections

The crypto world has already poured nearly two hundred million dollars into the 2026 midterm races. These funds give the industry a huge advantage: it can reward supporters and punish opponents. Most of the money goes to groups linked with Fairshake, such as Defend American Jobs and Protect Pr

sports

All‑State Soccer Stars of Tennessee 2026

The 2026 season wrapped up with a flurry of talent recognized across the state. The Tennessee Sports Writers Association chose standout players from five different divisions, highlighting those who led their teams to success. In Class A, a group of seniors and juniors from schools like Memphis Bu

opinion

America’s founding wasn’t a religious movement—so why the push for a Christian nation?