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USVI Housing Authority Hit With Funding Freeze After Long‑Running Problems

July 20, 2026

The federal government stopped giving money to the Virgin Islands Housing Authority (VIHFA) because of years of bad management and a serious fraud case. The decision came after the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) found that the agency had wasted billions meant for rebuilding aft

health

Lake‑Side Losses: Four Bodies Found in Northeast Ohio Waters

July 18, 2026

The past week has seen a grim pattern unfold along the shores of Northeast Ohio, with four bodies recovered from local lakes and rivers. A man between 45 and 65 years old washed ashore at Clifton Beach on Thursday, but officials cannot yet identify him. He is the latest victim among a 5‑year‑old, a

opinion

Thanks, Lawrence: How a Small Town Welcomed the World

July 18, 2026

The biggest hand‑made banner in Arrowhead Stadium shouted “Thank you, Lawrence! ” as Algeria faced Austria on June 27. The sign, taller than the usual team logos, hung in front of Algeria’s section and made a clear statement: this town was cheering for them. It turns out the town is Lawrence, Kan

sports

Watch Local Sports Live for Free

July 16, 2026

Palmetto Sports & Entertainment brings the game to the Midlands with no cost. Grab a TV antenna, turn on your receiver and scan for new channels. In Columbia and nearby towns the station shows up as 10. 4 or 16. 2. The channel offers live action from South Carolina teams. You can catch Col

politics

Blanche’s Role in the Justice Department: A Question of Loyalty and Law

July 16, 2026

The U. S. attorney general is meant to protect the public’s legal interests, yet some argue that Todd Blanche has put his allegiance to President Trump above this duty. Blanche, who stepped in as acting attorney general after Pam Bondi’s resignation, has been accused of advancing the president’s

technology

Amazon Brings Satellite Internet to South Africa While Musk Voices Opposition

July 16, 2026

Amazon has announced a partnership with local provider Herotel to launch satellite‑based broadband in South Africa, the first such deal for the company on the continent. The move follows criticism from Elon Musk, who says he cannot use his Starlink service there because of the country’s affirmative‑

politics

New CDC Director Vows to Rely on Science

July 16, 2026

The latest nominee for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, based in Atlanta, has pledged to let science guide her decisions during health crises. She emphasized that her leadership will focus on facts and evidence rather than political pressure. During the Senate hearing, she chose not

health

CHS: A Quick Look at Rare Immune Problems and New Gene Clues

July 12, 2026

Three kids were studied because they had lighter skin and a rare immune disorder that can be deadly if not treated early. Doctors first checked their blood for normal immune markers, which came back fine at first glance. They then looked under a microscope at the blood cells and found unusuall

sports

Fast‑Track Football: Which College Teams Are the Quickest in EA Sports 27

July 9, 2026

In video‑game football, speed can make the difference between a win and a loss. EA Sports College Football 27 lets players see how fast each team’s athletes are rated, and a few programs stand out for their rapid rosters. Texas A&M leads the pack with 26 players rated 90 or higher, and three o

sports

Russia Seeks Court Help to Return to Global Track Events

July 9, 2026

Russia has taken its case to the Court of Arbitration for Sport after World Athletics banned its athletes from international competitions because of the war in Ukraine. The ban was first imposed in March 2022, just after Russia entered the conflict. It was reaffirmed at a recent council meeting.