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Chaos at the CDC: A New Direction Sparks Concern

July 6, 2026

Former top CDC leader Dr. Debra Houry, who left the agency in protest last summer, says that under Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , the agency has entered a period of “pure chaos. ” She points to the removal of all 17 members from the Advisory Committee for Immunization Pr

celebrities

Celebrities who started serving seafood before they became famous

July 6, 2026

Many famous faces once clocked in at Red Lobster to pay the bills. Take Nicki Minaj, who scooped up seafood trays before she topped charts with hits like “Super Bass. ” She once joked on TV that any audience member might have been her former customer, a quiet reminder that overnight fame often start

finance

New Boston Spot Lets Money History Come Alive

July 5, 2026

Boston’s newest museum in the Seaport district is a fresh look at finance that feels more like a game than a lecture. The building, covering 5, 400 square feet, opened its doors last Friday and is now open from Wednesday to Sunday. It marks the first time in years that the Smithsonian‑affiliated Mus

politics

Restoring Washington: A closer look at Trump’s infrastructure push in the capital

July 5, 2026

Officials are calling it a cleanup effort—but some wonder who really benefits. Over the last few years, $14. 7 million helped refresh the Lincoln Memorial’s reflecting pool, while $250 million went toward reviving the Kennedy Center. Then there’s the $400 million plan for a White House ballroom. The

crime

A mark on the ground and a nation’s doubt

July 4, 2026

A small cross painted on Elm Street in Dallas points to where one of the bullets struck President John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963. The car carrying him rolled past the old Texas School Book Depository, a building that would soon become part of history. That moment didn’t just change a presidenc

finance

Boston’s New Money Museum: A Free Dive into Finance History

July 2, 2026

The Museum of American Finance has opened its doors in Boston’s Seaport district, inviting visitors to explore the story of money from a fresh angle. The building at 200 Seaport Blvd. , formerly home to Fidelity Investments, now hosts a collection that tells how dollars and cents shaped the nation. ...

politics

Summer heat, a new fitness test for the president and rising obesity rates

July 2, 2026

It’s July, and the heat is already making a splash. The newsletter will pause for the holiday tomorrow, and its writer is taking a break through the rest of the week. When they return, readers can expect fresh updates on health topics. A new presidential fitness test has been announced. After Presi

sports

Jenny Taft’s Family Roots and How They Shaped Her Career

July 2, 2026

Jenny Taft grew up in a house that echoed with the clack of ice and the rush of speed. Her dad, John Taft, was a star defenseman for the University of Wisconsin–Madison and later played in the NHL with the Detroit Red Wings. He also led the U. S. team at the 1976 Winter Olympics. From him, Jenny lea

entertainment

Ways to spend summer days in the Twin Cities beyond the usual heat

July 2, 2026

The Twin Cities don’t just sit around waiting for relief from summer heat. Instead of staring at ice cream cones, locals find active ways to enjoy the season. Food stands pop up at summer festivals, letting people taste small bites without paying full prices. Small fees apply for some dishes, but mo

politics

The Court’s Big Decision on Women’s Sports

July 1, 2026

In early 2026, a Supreme Court ruling settled a long‑running debate about whether transgender athletes can compete on girls’ and women’s teams. The decision upheld state laws that bar biological men from such competitions, marking a win for those who argue the laws protect women’s sports. The story