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Paltrow\'s Oakland Kitchen Stirs Up More Than Just Green Salads

June 26, 2026

A new food spot in Oakland is making waves for all the wrong reasons. Goop Kitchen, opened last summer by actress Gwyneth Paltrow, just expanded in the Bay Area. But this isn\'t your typical eatery. It operates inside a shared kitchen space where many restaurants prepare meals. The location also spa

politics

Michigan keeps voter records safe after court backs state's refusal

June 26, 2026

A federal appeals court recently sided with Michigan’s top election official, Jocelyn Benson, after she refused to hand over detailed voter records to the Justice Department. The court’s decision stops the Trump administration’s attempt to get sensitive information like partial Social Security numbe

environment

Earth’s Hidden Clues: Why Big Changes Happen Faster Than We’re Told

June 26, 2026

For centuries, science taught that Earth’s biggest features formed slowly over millions of years. Rivers dug canyons bit by bit. Mountains grew a few millimeters each year. But the planet itself tells a different story. Look closely at places like Washington’s Grand Coulee, where 800-foot walls of l

sports

Grisham's return boosts Yankees ahead of showdown with Red Sox

June 26, 2026

The New York Yankees have one less injury worry as Trent Grisham returns to action just in time for their high-stakes series against the Boston Red Sox. The center fielder has been working his way back from a hamstring issue that kept him sidelined since mid-June, making his trip to Fenway Park a si

politics

Parking Meter Deal Sparks New Debate: Who Really Controls Chicago's Streets?

June 26, 2026

Chicago’s parking meters have been a headache for years—ever since the city leased them out for 75 years back in 2008. Now, a New York investment firm wants to take over the remaining 58 years of that deal, and it’s trying to win over a skeptical City Council. James Wyper from Stonepeak Partners mad

sports

Where Swiss Football Meets Turkish Tradition: Murat Yakin's Story

June 26, 2026

Murat Yakin stands out in Swiss football not just for his skills as a player and later as a coach, but also for the unique mix of cultures that shaped him. Born in Switzerland in 1974 to parents who migrated from Turkey, his story is a real-life example of how identity can blend multiple backgrounds

crypto

Crypto Firms Seek Deeper Ties to Government Payment Systems

June 26, 2026

The debate over whether cryptocurrency companies should get direct access to the Federal Reserve’s payment network is heating up. Currently, crypto firms rely on traditional banks as middlemen, which slows down transactions and adds extra fees. Some lawmakers argue this system is unfair, while other

entertainment

A summer weekend for everyone in Aspen

June 26, 2026

July in Aspen turns the usual quiet mountain town into a busy hub for a week. The place fills up with music, art shows, and outdoor fun that draw people from nearby towns and beyond. Not everyone knows the summer calendar packs two big music festivals into late June—a jazz week downtown and a rivers

environment

Deadly Quakes: When Latin America Shook and Shaped History

June 26, 2026

Latin America sits on some of the world's most active fault lines, making it a hotspot for devastating earthquakes. Over the past two centuries, the region has faced some of the deadliest tremors ever recorded. Take Venezuela in 1967—a quake killed 240 people, and now another has struck, adding to t

business

How Immigration Fuels Economic Growth in Rich Countries

June 26, 2026

Countries with strong economies have seen big boosts from immigration over the last few decades. Research shows that places that welcomed more workers—especially those with advanced skills—saw faster growth in productivity and overall wealth. The numbers don’t lie: when immigration rates rose by jus