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Paramount’s Bold Move Wins the Warner Deal Over Netflix

February 28, 2026

A big shift happened after a streaming giant pulled out of an auction for a major film studio. The company that owns HBO, CNN and Warner’s movies decided to step in and win the deal, worth more than $111 billion. The move was led by a tech billionaire and his dad, who used their money and political

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Debate Turns into Drama: Maine’s Gubernatorial Showdown

February 28, 2026

The Auburn debate, intended to be a calm and useful discussion, ended up looking more like a social media roast. Two candidates—one Republican, one Democrat—spun off into heated exchanges that felt like a live stream of online insults. The event, meant to give voters clear answers, instead offered e

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Kamala Harris Backtracks, Picks Texas Senate Hopeful

February 28, 2026

In a surprising move, former Vice President Kamala Harris has thrown her weight behind Democratic Representative Jasmine Crockett in the Texas Senate race. This marks Harris’s first big political endorsement since her 2024 presidential bid ended in defeat. The announcement came after a Harris‑voiced

education

Faculty Committee Pushes for Professor’s Return After Controversial Posts

February 28, 2026

A group of faculty members at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville has issued a unanimous recommendation that the university should not fire Dr. Shirin Saeidi, an Iranian‑born political science professor who has been suspended over her social media activity. The committee’s decision comes afte

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Binance Faces Fresh Senate Scrutiny Over Possible Terror Funding

February 28, 2026

Nine U. S. senators, many of whom helped draft the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Attorney General Pam Bondi. They want the agencies to investigate Binance’s compliance with sanctions and its safeguards against illicit money, after reports sug

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Maine Voices Say No to Extra Voting Hurdles

February 28, 2026

In November 2025, Mainers voted against a plan that would have made it harder to cast ballots. The result showed they value fair and open elections. Yet Senator Susan Collins, who has lived in the state, backs a federal bill called the SAVE Act. This law would force people to show original U. S. cit

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Crypto Regulations Take Center Stage in Senate Banking Hearing

February 27, 2026

The U. S. Senate Banking Committee convened its regular oversight session, but the focus shifted quickly to digital money. A new proposal from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) set the tone, outlining rules for stablecoins under last year’s GENIUS Act. The plan would require issuer

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Arkansas Prison Plan Sparks GOP Rift

February 26, 2026

The governor wants a new, huge jail that would cost $825 million and add 3, 000 beds to a rural area. Some Republican senators worry about the expense and how the new facility would affect local roads and water supplies. In response, the governor has targeted two senators for primary challenges. Th

opinion

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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Debate Over a New Surgeon General: A Look at the Controversies

February 26, 2026

The Senate’s Health Committee held a hearing to review a nomination for the country’s top medical officer. The candidate, a licensed doctor who also runs a popular wellness blog, is closely linked to a high‑profile activist group. She said her goal was to help people who want clear answers about hea