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The U. S. Health Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy, recently softened his strong warning about sugary drinks from the popular coffee chain Dunkin’ after a week of heated discussion. Earlier in the month, he had called for possible limits on some of Dunkin’s sweeter offerings, describing them as “the wors

Jesse Jackson’s Legacy Sparks Call to Action at Memorial

A large gathering in Chicago honored a civil‑rights icon whose influence stretched from boardrooms to picket lines. The ceremony, held in a 10, 000‑seat Black church, mixed music, speeches and moments that felt both spiritual and political. Guests heard gospel singers and a popular singer perform

Brazil’s Vote Showed a Tied Finish Between Lula and Bolsonaro

A new poll from Datafolha says that if the final election were held right now, Brazil’s president candidate Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro would finish almost level. The survey reports 46% of people would back Lula, while 43% would choose Flavio. A similar split appears if th

Celebrating a Legacy: The Life and Impact of Rev. Jesse Jackson

Thousands gathered in Chicago to honor the late civil‑rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson, whose influence spanned decades of activism and politics. The ceremony drew former presidents, senators, local officials, artists, and ordinary citizens who remembered Jackson’s relentless fight for justice. F

Jesse Jackson’s Farewell: A City Comes Together

The House of Hope on Chicago’s South Side hosted a heartfelt farewell for Rev. Jesse Jackson, the civil‑rights icon who passed away on Feb. 17 at age 84. Former Presidents Barack Obama, Joe Biden and Bill Clinton took the stage, each sharing memories that highlighted Jackson’s lifelong fight for

business

New Deals and Fresh Spaces in Virginia Beach

A fresh wave of commercial activity has rolled into the Hampton Roads area. One owner turned an old factory on Cumberland Avenue into a potential ice‑cream shop, paying $390, 000 for the 6, 800‑square‑foot space. In Williamsburg, a church group bought part of an old pottery site for $5. 56 million t

New Jersey Builders Fight New Flood Rules That Could Hurt Shore Towns

The state of New Jersey has issued a new flood‑control rule that will raise the minimum height for houses in risky areas. The rule, called R. E. A. L. , requires homes to be built at least four feet higher than the federal standard. If a town’s flood line is two feet, the new law makes the hou

crypto

Kazakhstan Eyes $350 Million Crypto Play

The Central Bank of Kazakhstan plans to put up to $350 million into crypto‑related investments, moving beyond traditional gold and foreign‑exchange holdings. This money will come from the country’s nearly $70 billion in reserves, a move that shows a desire to diversify assets with a relatively sm

entertainment

Hawaii Welcomes a New Mystery on the Big Island

The second season of the mystery series “Untamed” is moving from California’s rugged peaks to the volcanic shores of Hawaii. The show, which followed a park ranger named Kyle Turner through a puzzling death in Yosemite, now finds him on the Big Island’s active volcanoes. Turner, played by Eric Bana,

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Sports Week Preview: Games, Tournaments and More