The Portland Mercury
The Faults in Our Stars, for July 2026.
A sharp-tongued satirical look at the zodiac signs, pairing each with infamous figures in American political history to celebrate the nation's 250th anniversary through a lens of dark humor.
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7mGood Morning, News: The Moda Center Controversy Explained, Fools and Their Fireworks, and Trump’s World Cup Corruption. By William Steven Humphrey.
Portland faces Moda Center funding drama and firework disasters, while national news covers Trump's FIFA interference and the star-studded Madison Square Garden wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce.
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11mMoneyball: The Moda Center Controversy Explained.
Portland faces a $600 million dilemma as Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon seeks public funding for Moda Center renovations, sparking debate over fiscal responsibility and the team's local future.
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9mTHE BLACK BYLINE: Maury Povich vs Thomas Jefferson and America’s 250th Birthday.
This article explores the intersection of American politics and entertainment, drawing parallels between Thomas Jefferson's scandalous personal life, the legacy of minstrelsy, and the modern spectacle of political showmanship.
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8mWorld Cup Diary: Week 3
From Paraguay's historic upset over Germany to Mexico's electrifying triumph at the Azteca, this World Cup update tracks the heroes, villains, and rising stars defining the knockout rounds.
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6mGood Morning, News: No Fireworks in Portland, Trump Party a Big Corrupt Bust, USA Men’s Soccer Heads to Seattle. By Jeremiah Hayden.
Portland prepares for a hot holiday weekend featuring firework bans, bridge updates, and local controversies. Nationally, Trump’s anniversary plans face scrutiny while the USA men’s soccer team advances.