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Celebrations on March 6: Stars, Legends and Surprises

March 6, 2026

The day brings a mix of old and new faces. Rock legend David Gilmour marks his 80th year, a milestone that reminds fans of his deep guitar work. In the acting world, Tom Arnold turns 67 after a career that includes a stint directing a special episode of “Roseanne. ” Comedian D. L. Hughley,

politics

The Education Department’s Secretive Shift on Student Rights

March 3, 2026

ProPublica has filed a federal lawsuit in New York, claiming that the U. S. Department of Education is keeping important records hidden from the public. The complaint says the department has ignored four Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests that asked for details about civil rights investigati

entertainment

AJ Styles’ Final Farewell and Hall of Fame Spot

February 24, 2026

The crowd in Atlanta buzzed as Monday Night Raw turned into a send‑off for AJ Styles. A big moment followed his tough loss to GUNTHER at the Royal Rumble, which many thought might end his wrestling run. The show promised a clean break. During the main event, Styles explained why he didn’t keep his

politics

Portland Schools Face Federal Probe Over New Black Student Center

February 18, 2026

The U. S. Department of Education has launched an inquiry after a complaint claimed that Portland Public Schools engaged in “racial preferencing” by creating the Center for Black Student Excellence. A conservative nonprofit, Defending Education, argued that spending up to $25 million on the cente

education

Springfield Schools: A Shift in Control

February 18, 2026

In Springfield, big changes are happening in the school system. Eight schools are getting ready to leave the Empowerment Zone and go back to being run by the Springfield School Department. This is a first for the state, and it's a big deal. The schools that are moving are Duggan Academy, Van Sickle

politics

Foreign Money in U. S. Colleges: A New Look at the Numbers

February 12, 2026

U. S. universities have just released a fresh list showing that more than five billion dollars flowed from overseas donors and contracts in 2025. The data is part of a broader effort by the current administration to shine a light on foreign influence in higher education. The list spots big names

business

A Bookstore Owner's Silent March

January 28, 2026

Greg Ketter, a long-time owner of DreamHaven Books and Comics in Minneapolis, has seen a sudden spike in his business. This happened after a photo of him at a protest went viral. The picture shows him calmly walking through tear gas during a demonstration following the killing of Alex Pretti. Ketter

politics

Minnesota in Hot Water Over Trans Athletes and Title IX

January 27, 2026

The Trump administration has taken a big step in a dispute over transgender athletes in Minnesota. They sent the case to the Department of Justice. The issue is about Title IX, a law that stops sex discrimination in schools. The administration says Minnesota is breaking this law by letting transgend

health

Making Ericksonian Therapy Work for Everyone

January 21, 2026

Ericksonian therapy is a unique approach to therapy. It is known for its flexibility and focus on the individual. However, this flexibility can also be a challenge. The therapy lacks a clear structure, which makes it hard to teach and study. To fix this, experts suggest creating a structured framew

politics

Trump's Second Term: A Closer Look at Key Policies

January 21, 2026

Trump's second term has been marked by significant changes in education, sports, and immigration. Let's break down what's been happening. In the education sector, the Trump administration has been pushing for a return to traditional gender norms. The U. S. Department of Education, led by Secretary