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Why turning 16 won’t suddenly make social media safe for teens

March 28, 2026

Countries across Asia and the Pacific are racing to set 16 as the minimum age for social media apps like TikTok and Instagram. Indonesia will enforce its new rule this month, while Indian states such as Karnataka are considering similar steps. The move plays well with voters and makes tech bosses lo

environment

How Colorado can lead the energy change

March 28, 2026

Colorado sits at a crossroads between growing energy needs and a fast-expanding clean power industry. Lawmakers have two major tools on the table in 2026 that could shape the state’s economic future. One plan sets long-term targets for clean electricity by 2050, giving utilities a clear roadmap for

opinion

Oakland schools face another challenge: a lawsuit over heritage months

March 28, 2026

Oakland Unified School District (OUSD) runs on tight funds, serving mostly low-income students who need stable classrooms more than legal battles. Yet the state education department just filed a lawsuit claiming the district didn't do enough to fight antisemitism—despite no clear evidence of widespr

politics

U. S. Plans Limited Iran Action Without Ground Forces

March 28, 2026

Officials in Washington believe they can handle Iran’s military threats without sending soldiers into combat. Speaking after meetings with global allies, a top diplomat said the U. S. expects to wrap up its campaign in weeks, not months. The focus is on weakening Iran’s ability to launch missiles an

business

Budget Battles: How a School District Scrutinized Contracts and Trips

March 27, 2026

A recent probe in a large Colorado school district has turned the spotlight on nearly $3 million of contracts and questions about international travel. The investigation, led by the board president, focuses on agreements signed between the district and a Texas‑based education firm called Education A

crime

Cocaine Money Mixer Now Runs Legal Weed Stores

March 27, 2026

A 42‑year‑old man who helped a Mexican drug ring move more than $300, 000 in cash is still running a chain of legal cannabis shops in Illinois. The man was caught in 2021 when delivery men, carrying grocery bags that were actually stacks of money, knocked on his door in Chicago’s Ukrainian Village.

education

Big Boosts: Which New Jersey Schools Get the Most Money?

March 27, 2026

The new education budget plan announced by Gov. Mikie Sherrill promises to raise state funding for more than 400 school districts in New Jersey. While most schools will receive modest increases capped at 6%, nine districts stand out with hikes exceeding 7%. These gains are largely tied to special ed

business

Future plans for the old stadium land

March 27, 2026

Jackson County is already thinking about what will happen to the big sports area after the Chiefs leave. The team’s lease ends in 2031, and they plan to move across state lines to a new $3 billion stadium in Kansas. The Royals are also moving out of Kauffman Stadium, so the county must decide how to

sports

Sports TV Lineup for the Weekend: What to Watch

March 27, 2026

The schedule starts on Monday with college baseball, featuring NC State against Georgia Tech at 7 p. m. The same evening brings a women's college basketball semifinal from Wichita, followed by an elite‑eight game in Texas. Baseball fans also get a South Carolina vs. Mississippi State matchup on SECN

crime

Brazil Gives Police a New Crypto Tool

March 27, 2026

Brazil’s lawmakers have passed a new rule that lets police use crypto they seize from criminals. The move gives law‑enforcement agencies a fresh way to fight organized crime. The new law, numbered 15. 358, says that any digital money used in a crime can be taken away by the state. The seized crypto