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legal

Parents and Pot: A Generational Gap?

February 15, 2026

In a world where laws on marijuana are changing, so are family dynamics. A couple in their early 70s finds themselves at odds with their adult child over their cannabis use. Both parents are healthy and enjoy a joint a few times a week, mostly in the evenings. They use it to relax, watch movies, and

business

Winning Deals by Getting Inside the Other Guy's Head

February 15, 2026

Negotiations are not just about what you want. They are also about what the other person wants. Many people focus only on their own goals. They forget to think about what the person across the table needs. This can lead to bad deals or even losing the deal altogether. Understanding the other side c

crime

A Retired Cop's Facebook Fight and Unexpected Jail Time

February 15, 2026

Larry Bushart, a 61-year-old former cop, found himself in hot water after a heated Facebook debate. He was known for his strong left-leaning views in a conservative area of Tennessee. His online battles were intense, but he never expected them to land him in jail. It all started when a gunman kille

politics

Trump's Grand Ballroom Plan: What's the Hold-Up?

February 14, 2026

A big change is coming to the White House. The East Wing is gone. It was torn down last October. Now, a huge new ballroom is planned. It will cost $400 million. That's a lot of money! The new building will be 90, 000 square feet. It's part of a big makeover for Washington, D. C. The plan is to fini

health

A Life Lost: The Flaws in Care for the Vulnerable

February 14, 2026

A recent state investigation revealed serious lapses in care at a New Jersey group home, leading to the tragic death of a disabled woman. Stephanie Leiva, a 37-year-old with severe autism, fell from a second-story window in January 2025. The state found that the group home, run by Children’s Aid and

crime

A Dark Business Deal Turns Deadly in New Jersey

February 14, 2026

A New Jersey man, Paul Caneiro, was recently found guilty of a shocking crime. He was convicted of killing his brother, Keith, along with Keith's wife and two young children. The motive? A sour business relationship that turned deadly. The trial revealed that Paul had been stealing money from their

environment

Trump's EPA Rolls Back Emissions Rules: What's Next?

February 14, 2026

The U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has made a big move. It has decided to undo a 2009 rule that said greenhouse gas emissions from vehicles are bad for people's health. This rule was the basis for regulating emissions from cars and other sectors. Now, automakers won't have to follow str

politics

D. C. Takes Bold Step to Protect Renters from Exploitative Landlords

February 13, 2026

In a surprising move, Washington, D. C. is using a powerful law meant for organized crime to tackle a different kind of wrongdoing: bad landlords. The city's attorney general has filed a lawsuit against a family accused of running a shady business that provides terrible living conditions to low-inco

technology

How Instagram Says It’s Not Addictive, But the Debate Still Rages

February 12, 2026

In a Los Angeles courtroom that felt more like a debate stage than a legal proceeding, Instagram’s boss Adam Mosseri challenged the idea that social media can cause real addiction. He argued that what people call “addiction” is really just a lot of time spent on the app, which he calls “problematic

entertainment

Hollywood's Hidden Smear Campaigns: A Closer Look

February 12, 2026

In the world of Hollywood, where fame and power often collide, a disturbing trend has emerged. Anonymous websites, filled with false accusations and defamatory claims, have been targeting individuals who have spoken out against powerful figures. These smear campaigns have been linked to a network of