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Stars Celebrate Their Special Days on March 11

March 12, 2026

On this day, several well‑known actors and singers turn another year older. Johnny Knoxville, now 55, is famous for his stunt work in the “Jackass” series and recently began hosting a new version of “Fear Factor. ” Jodie Comer, 33, has gained attention for her role in the BBC drama “Killing Eve” and

politics

Kids Out of School: A Debate Over Rules and Rights

March 4, 2026

The Connecticut Department of Education has said it cannot follow a new bill that would require the state to tell child‑welfare officials when families pull their kids out of public schools for homeschooling. The bill, known as Senate Bill 6, was drafted after two tragic cases that raised concerns a

politics

Science Money Keeps Maine’s Ocean Jobs Alive

March 4, 2026

Maine’s coastal economy depends on science money that comes from Washington. When federal agencies like the National Science Foundation, NOAA, and NASA receive cuts, the ripple effects hit fishermen in Portland, aquaculture farms in Brunswick, and towns such as Machias that rely on data to protect t

business

Creators Power New Product Launches

February 28, 2026

Bill O’Dowd, the boss of Dolphin Entertainment, talks about how online creators are reshaping how products reach shoppers. Dolphin started in the 1990s making TV shows for kids, like “Zoey 101. ” Later it watched people use the internet to share ideas and switched focus to marketing for influence

politics

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

politics

Trump Prepares for a Lengthy State of the Union Speech

February 24, 2026

The president announced that his upcoming address would be “long” because he has a lot to cover. He spent the weekend rehearsing with a small circle of advisers, focusing on the logistics of the House chamber rather than reading the text aloud. This speech comes at a tense time: his approval r

celebrities

Stars Celebrate Birthday Bash on February 15

February 15, 2026

Today marks a day when many famous faces turn another year older. The spotlight shines on actors, singers, and even historical figures who share the same birthdate. Actress Jane Seymour turns 75. She recently starred in a Hallmark holiday story about twelve dates leading up to Christmas. Her long c

finance

Shares on the Move: Kim Family's Big Sell-Off

February 13, 2026

The Kim family, major stakeholders in Amkor Technology, are planning to sell a chunk of their shares. They're putting up 10 million shares of common stock for sale, with an option to add another 1. 5 million. This is a secondary offering, meaning the company itself isn't selling shares or making any

politics

Kim Jong Un’s 13‑Year‑Old Daughter May Become North Korea’s Next Leader

February 12, 2026

Kim Jong Un’s teenage daughter, believed to be named Kim Ju Ae and about 13 years old, is increasingly seen in the spotlight as North Korea looks ahead to a new generation of leadership. The country’s biggest political gathering, the Workers’ Party Congress, is set to take place soon and could signa

politics

Heartfelt Letters After a Tragic Loss

February 11, 2026

A box on the kitchen table holds about two hundred letters and cards that have come into a Denver family’s home since their son, Alex Pretti, was shot by immigration agents in Minneapolis. The messages come from doctors, veterans and strangers who remember Alex as a caring nurse at the Veterans A