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Apr 02 2026OPINION

Can Mat-Su power its future with local energy?

Alaska spends a lot of time saying no to new energy ideas before really thinking them through. Every big project faces the same loud warnings—air will get worse, rivers will be harmed, salmon will vanish—no matter if it’s a road, a mine, or a power plant. But when you look closer, some projects migh

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Trump’s Favorite Phrase About Iran Doesn’t Really Mean Much

The phrase "ahead of schedule" has become the go-to line for those backing recent actions against Iran. Politicians and officials repeat it often, but what does it actually mean? When pressed, leaders adjust their wording slightly—sometimes it’s "ahead of schedule, " other times "on plan" or "on pac

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Voices, Power, and the Price of Silence

Some people say you shouldn’t mix politics with fun things like music or puzzles. But history shows that when famous faces speak up, they often light a path through dark times. Think of Billie Holiday, whose song about injustice became a weapon against oppression. Even though she was dying, authorit

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Apr 02 2026OPINION

City Park Golf Course: A Baton Rouge staple worth keeping

Baton Rouge has long been known for its community spaces that bring people together, and City Park Golf Course stands out as one of them. This course isn’t just about golf—it’s where many locals learned the game, practiced their swings, or enjoyed a quick nine holes after work. But as cities grow an

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Apr 02 2026OPINION

Tech Giants Push Their Own Streaming Rules—and It Could Hurt You

Big Tech isn’t just fighting over who owns Hollywood anymore. They’re quietly working behind the scenes to control how streaming actually works. Companies like Netflix, Samsung, and Meta aren’t just making shows—they’re teaming up to shape the hidden rules that decide how videos play on your phone,

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Who Pays the Price for Iran?

A pair of new attack ads is putting pressure on two Republican lawmakers over their support for the recent military engagement in Iran. One ad targets a Wisconsin congressman who won by a narrow margin last cycle, while the other focuses on a Maine senator facing an uphill battle in her next electio

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Venezuela Pushes to Regain Control of Citgo as U. S. Considers Who Runs the Company

Venezuela’s government is making a move to take back control of Citgo, its prized U. S. oil company, but it’s not as simple as just appointing new leaders. The Trump-appointed interim president, Delcy Rodriguez, wants to replace Citgo’s current board—chosen by Venezuela’s opposition back in 2019—but

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Trump’s New Downtown Project Sparks Fresh Heated Debate with Obama’s Library

In the world of big buildings and legacy projects, Miami is becoming the latest battleground between two former presidents. The city’s downtown skyline might soon include a flashy new structure that one leader calls a "hotel" and the other describes as a historic addition. Both plans aim to make a b

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Bahamas Votes Early as Costs Climb

The Bahamas will hold a surprise vote on May 12, a full five months ahead of schedule. Prime Minister Philip Davis made the call after scrapping a sales tax on basic foods to ease the country’s sky-high living costs. The move follows a trend seen in other nations where governments slash taxes on ess

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Bulgaria's upcoming vote could be a test for trust in democracy

Bulgaria is preparing for another election on April 19, its eighth in five years. The caretaker government insists this vote will be cleaner than past ones, citing recent crackdowns on vote buying where police found cash and suspect lists. Criticism of the process has been constant, with groups like

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