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New Health Hub Brings Big‑Name Care to North San Diego

July 16, 2026

Palomar UC San Diego Health is a fresh public health system that started on July 1. It was created by a Joint Powers Authority, which lets two established organizations—Palomar Health and UC San Diego Health—work together as one. The idea is to keep the familiar, community‑based care that Palomar of

health

Smoke from Canadian fires puts Ohio residents at risk

July 16, 2026

Wildfire smoke has drifted into Northeast Ohio, raising health concerns for everyone but especially those with heart or lung problems, kids, seniors and expectant mothers. The air quality advisory was issued early Thursday as the smoke pushed pollution to levels that are considered unhealthy for

politics

House Democrats Split Over Aid to Israel as Views Shift

July 16, 2026

House lawmakers are at odds over whether the United States should keep sending money to Israel. The debate has pushed two top Democratic leaders into disagreement, showing how divided the party is on this issue. One side wants to stop all U. S. aid to Israel until the current government changes it

opinion

Foreign Gifts: When Money Becomes a Hidden Hand

July 16, 2026

American colleges thrive when ideas bounce freely and research follows facts, not politics. Yet a new wave of overseas donations is slipping in with strings that can pull the direction of campuses. The problem isn’t foreign money itself; it’s when a giver demands influence over speakers, courses or

opinion

Idaho Residents Get a Chance to Speak on Federal Land Rules

July 16, 2026

Idaho people live close to forests, mountains and wide open spaces that are not just scenery but places where they earn money, play sports, hunt and find peace. These lands are a big part of the state’s identity and economy, so it matters who decides how they’re managed. Congressman Russ Fulch

politics

Future of Defense Depends on Hands‑On Jobs

July 16, 2026

The way wars are fought is changing fast, and experts say the U. S. must prepare its factories and labs as well as its soldiers to stay ahead. A recent summit in Pennsylvania brought together leaders from defense, unions, business and finance to discuss how the nation can build a new industrial base

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‑

health

Mind and gut: the link between low mood and slow bowels

July 16, 2026

People often say that stress can upset the stomach, but scientists are digging deeper to see how feeling down might slow digestion. A recent study looked at adults living in a northern region of Iran to find out if those with depression were more likely to have constipation. The researchers gathe

opinion

U. S. in the Global Mirror: What Outsiders Notice

July 16, 2026

People outside America often point out problems that many Americans take for granted. These outsiders see a country that still struggles with deep inequality, a health system that is expensive and uneven, and an education system that can leave students behind. They also notice how the U. S. treats i

business

Pixel Art RPG “Trace of the Wind” Gets Worldwide Deal

July 16, 2026

Neptune has signed a global publishing contract with developer Sextant for the mobile fantasy role‑playing game “Trace of the Wind. ” The title blends classic pixel graphics with a deep storyline and world‑building. Players battle in turn‑based fights that use elemental strengths and can switc