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Jun 11 2026OPINION

Guns in America: Why Safety Laws Matter More Than Ever

June brings more than warm weather—it’s Gun Violence Prevention Month, a time to reflect on how society handles firearms. After a recent shooting at a San Diego mosque killed three people, the conversation about gun safety feels urgent. The U. S. has over 500 million guns for its 350 million citizen

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Jun 11 2026OPINION

Rural Alaska struggles as fuel costs skyrocket

Rural Alaskans are feeling the heat—not just from the cold but from soaring fuel prices. With each dollar added to fuel costs, rural Alaska loses $100 million, according to researchers tracking the economic impact. Small towns face the worst of it as gasoline hits $9 per gallon in some places like B

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Jun 11 2026FINANCE

Can betting on reality TV cross into foul play?

Prediction markets aren’t just about guessing sports games anymore. A major financial watchdog now wants to know if betting on reality shows like Survivor or talent competitions is fair game—or if it’s a form of cheating in disguise. The agency in charge claims sports betting is fine, but TV contest

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Jun 11 2026SPORTS

Why the World Cup Visa Drama and Ticket Tensions Matter Before the Big Kickoff

Just one day before the World Cup opener in Mexico City, FIFA’s top leader faced questions about two problems that keep popping up every time the world’s biggest football tournament rolls around: visas and ticket prices. While stadiums prepare for massive crowds, officials admit they can’t do much w

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Jun 11 2026FINANCE

Oscar Health’s Stock Gets a Second Look—What’s Behind the Buzz?

Oscar Health, a company focused on health insurance under the Affordable Care Act, just got a boost from Barclays. The bank’s analyst upgraded its stock to “Overweight” and set a price target of $35, suggesting shares could jump another 25% soon. That’s a big deal because Oscar’s stock is already up

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Jun 11 2026BUSINESS

Bank Leaders Face Questions Over Hiring Choices Linked to Controversial Figures

A major U. S. bank now finds itself under scrutiny after one of its top legal advisors stepped down earlier this year. Reports show Kathy Ruemmler, the former chief legal officer, resigned after documents revealed she had accepted gifts and provided legal guidance to Jeffrey Epstein years after his

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Jun 11 2026POLITICS

A New Way to Fund Kids' School Choices

Starting next year, families might get a fresh way to pay for K-12 education—and it all comes down to taxes. The Treasury Department is rolling out a new tax break called the Education Freedom Tax Credit. Instead of sending kids to the closest public school, this plan lets people donate to groups th

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Jun 11 2026POLITICS

Behind the scenes of Trump's 'weaponization' fund feud

A U. S. judge recently blocked a group's attempt to pause Trump's $1. 8 billion fund meant for supporters claiming government abuse. The fund started when Trump sued the IRS for $10 billion. The lawsuit ended in a settlement that included setting aside this money. But here’s the catch: the governmen

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Jun 11 2026EDUCATION

The Real Job of Colleges: More Than Just Diplomas

Walk into most big universities and you’ll see bold letters on shirts, banners, and buildings. Those letters aren’t just brand names – they represent something older: the idea that schools exist to help people keep learning forever. Names like Harvard’s “Veritas” or Yale’s “Light and Truth” weren’t

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Jun 11 2026POLITICS

How Florida’s Congressional Map Stayed Redrawn – And What It Means for Elections

Florida voters will face a new set of congressional districts this November after the state Supreme Court chose not to block Republican-drawn changes. The court decided it couldn’t interfere while a legal challenge is still moving through a lower court. That means candidates still have time to file

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