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Apr 23 2026OPINION

Has America lost its way as a global leader?

The idea that a superpower should ignore its own rules while criticizing others for doing the same raises serious questions. When China’s leader calls out hypocrisy in global law, it stings—especially when the U. S. , once seen as a beacon of justice, acts like a reckless power without consequences.

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Apr 23 2026FINANCE

Michigan Offers Extra Time for Tax Filings After Storms

After heavy storms hit parts of Michigan, the state is giving some residents and businesses more time to handle their taxes. People in 33 counties can ask for extra time to file and pay taxes due by April 30, like income or sales tax. But they have to ask for this help—it doesn’t happen automaticall

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Apr 23 2026POLITICS

Taiwan Leader’s Flight Blocked: A Look at China’s Growing Influence

For the first time ever, a Taiwanese president had to cancel an entire foreign trip after three African countries suddenly blocked their airspace. The governments of Seychelles, Mauritius, and Madagascar revoked flight permits for Taiwan’s president, forcing him to skip a major event in Eswatini. Th

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Apr 22 2026POLITICS

Why Michelle Obama’s Hair Was Never Just About Hair

Barron Trump’s turn to register for military service under new rules didn’t come as a surprise—nearly every American man his age faces the same requirement. But unlike his father’s comments about Olympic teams and college sports, this shift quietly folded into a much bigger conversation about milita

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Apr 22 2026POLITICS

Planners from 30+ nations gather in London to plan Hormuz protection mission

Military leaders from over thirty countries will spend two days in London mapping out ways to keep the Strait of Hormuz open for ships once fighting stops. Their work follows a week of video calls where more than fifty nations—spread across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia—agreed to join a British-

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Apr 21 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Korean Drum‑Beat Showdown Opens for Switch Players

The 2026 Korea Championship for the popular rhythm game has just started accepting entries from local Switch users. Players must record themselves hitting two specific tracks on the game “Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival” and post the footage to YouTube. The two songs, one rated ★8 and the other ★

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Apr 21 2026EDUCATION

Fresh Voice in Kingston: A Student’s Journey into Local Journalism

The newest face of Kingston’s next‑generation journalism team is a Grade 11 student who has grown up in the city and now writes about its arts scene. She believes that local reporting keeps small communities connected, especially when everyday life is increasingly digital and people rarely leave

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Apr 20 2026SPORTS

A Kansas Player Shines as Portsmouth Invitational Tournament Wraps Up

The Portsmouth Invitational Tournament wrapped up with a thrilling finish as Melvin Council Jr. of Kansas took home the MVP award after leading his team, Portsmouth Sports Club, to victory. The game ended 93-86 against Mike Duman, Inc. , with Council putting up strong numbers: 24 points, 8 rebounds,

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Apr 19 2026POLITICS

Strait Tension: U. S. and Iran Trade Blame Over Ship Incidents

The Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for global oil traffic, is stuck in a standoff. Both sides have accused each other of breaking a cease‑fire that was meant to keep ships safe. The U. S. claims Iran fired on vessels, while Iran says the American blockade is a war crime. A U. S. president p

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Apr 19 2026HEALTH

First-time moms under 25 face higher stress in Japan, study finds

Japan has long worried about very young mothers and their risks for child abuse. But what about women in their early 20s who become first-time moms? A new study flips the focus by comparing two groups: those under 26 and those 26 or older. Most past research zeroed in on teens, leaving a gap for wom

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