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Michigan race tests whether voters care more about issues or identity
This article explores the intersection of political red lines in Michigan, contrasting concerns about justice for abuse survivors with the rise of Islamophobia in political campaigns.
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8mBillionaires sent Montana prices soaring. Can Democrats capitalize?
Montana's affordability crisis drives a contentious congressional race, testing whether progressive Democrat Sam Forstag can overcome the party's rural stigma to address soaring housing and living costs.
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8mTrump's 'lightning speed' outpaces the courts
President Trump is aggressively using rapid-action tactics to implement policies before the deliberate, slow-moving judicial system can effectively intervene, raising concerns about executive overreach and the rule of law.
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6mWhat to know about a reported US airstrike that hit a wedding in Iran
A U.S. missile strike on a wedding in the Iranian town of Kuhestak killed four people and wounded dozens, sparking urgent concerns and investigations into the military operation.
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8mKilling of Catalina Island deer will go forward despite last-minute appeals
A judge has allowed the Catalina Island Conservancy to proceed with the controversial eradication of invasive mule deer, despite intense opposition from community groups and local officials.
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6mIn a scorching Spain, the traditional folding hand fan is having a moment
As blistering heat waves sweep across Spain, the traditional folding hand fan, or abanico, has become an essential, stylish, and sustainable accessory for people of all ages.