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Israel Trips: A New Way to Talk About Politics

July 26, 2026

Rahm Emanuel and Rep. Ro Khanna recently visited Israel, but their trips were less about learning than about showing support to voters back home. They used the country as a backdrop for speeches that aimed to win favor from certain groups, rather than engaging with local people or officials. The f

technology

Data Centers Turn a Quiet Town Into a Tech Powerhouse

July 26, 2026

Quincy, Washington, once known for its farms and family diners, now hosts a cluster of data centers that have reshaped its economy and landscape. The town’s population jumped from 5, 300 to over 8, 200 as companies like Microsoft and Yahoo built massive server farms just outside the city limits.

politics

Stabbing Incident Sparks Tension in New York’s Jewish Neighborhood

July 25, 2026

A man was attacked while walking out of a Manhattan synagogue, leaving the already nervous Jewish community shaken. The assailant, later named Raul Morales, first struck a 57‑year‑old Asian man before turning on Moshe Grunhaus. Grunhaus, who was wearing a head covering, heard the attacker shout “All

sports

The US Soccer Team’s New Goal: Winning Cups and Growing the Game

July 25, 2026

The U. S. men’s national soccer squad is aiming to lift trophies after missing out on a World Cup title this summer. The focus now shifts from just preparing for the next big global event to winning regional competitions that can boost confidence and experience. The coaching staff is looking for

education

New Jersey Leads U. S. Schools With Strong Scores and Smart Spending

July 25, 2026

New Jersey has earned a top spot in the latest ranking of U. S. public‑school systems, according to an independent study that weighed safety and quality across every state and Washington, D. C. The report gives the Garden State a solid 67. 41 out of 80 points, placing it third nationwide and confirm

politics

Oregon News Team Wins Big at Local Journalism Awards

July 25, 2026

The Oregonian/OregonLive newsroom captured a remarkable haul of honors at the annual contest hosted by the Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association. Over 30 prizes were awarded, a noticeable increase from last year’s total. The awards spanned every category, from business reporting to spot news cover

art

Blackboard Art Battles: Japan’s Chalk‑Canvas Competition

July 25, 2026

"The idea of turning a classroom blackboard into a masterpiece is catching on among Japanese high schoolers. In a yearly event called Kokuban Art Koshien, students from roughly three hundred schools bring fresh drawings to life with bright chalk. The pieces range from dinosaur adventures and manga m

politics

A Shift in the House: How U. S. Views on Israel Are Changing

July 24, 2026

The debate over cutting $3. 3 billion in aid to Israel reached the House floor, but the vote never materialized. A proposal led by Republican Thomas Massie and backed by progressive Democrats such as Alexandria Ocasio‑Cortez was meant to force lawmakers to publicly reveal their stance on foreign aid

education

Connecticut Boosts Paraeducator Numbers with Free Training

July 24, 2026

Connecticut is tackling a serious shortage of paraeducators, the support staff who help teachers and students every day. The state currently has 909 vacant paraeducator jobs, most of them in special‑education classrooms. To fill these gaps, Gov. Ned Lamont and the Department of Education have

education

Bridges Program Expands to Help Young Learners

July 24, 2026

Pittsburgh schools are adding a new support program for kids in kindergarten through second grade. The program, called Bridges, will start this fall at Weil PreK‑5 in the Hill District. It offers full‑time emotional support and special education services. The district’s board approved the move unan