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A Long‑Running Actor’s Final Curtain

June 23, 2026

William Smithers, who spent nearly five decades on stage and screen, passed away at 98 in Santa Barbara. He first stepped onto Broadway in the early 1950s, playing Tybalt opposite Olivia de Havilland. Later he joined the Actors Studio and moved into television, appearing in 50 episodes of “Dal

politics

People, Power and the Promise of Work

June 23, 2026

The United States was built on a belief that people naturally look after their own interests, but that this self‑interest can be guided into creating good things for everyone. The founders saw that without limits, ambition could become dangerous. They set up a system of separated powers and regular

finance

Swiss Bank Rules Need a Stronger Capital Grip

June 23, 2026

The Swiss finance minister said that banks, especially UBS, must have solid capital rules. She pointed out that UBS is now the only global bank in Switzerland after buying Credit Suisse last year. The minister wants these rules to cover all parts of the bank, including its U. S. subsidiaries. At a

crime

Famous Faces in California’s Big Tax List

June 23, 2026

Malik Beasley, a former NBA player who last played for the Detroit Pistons and briefly signed with a Puerto Rican team, appears on California’s list of 500 people who owe the state huge amounts in unpaid taxes. The state says he owes roughly $1. 9 million, a figure that includes money from his part

celebrities

Celebrity Moves: Why Stars Are Leaving California

June 23, 2026

California is the state with the highest number of people moving out of the U. S. , with roughly 229, 000 residents leaving from July 2024 to July 2025, according to the most recent Census figures. The next state on the list is New York with about 138, 000 people heading elsewhere. The trend has

science

Kindness After Chaos

June 23, 2026

When a tornado struck Joplin, Missouri in May 2011, it left thousands of homes wrecked and many people dead. The disaster forced about a third of the town’s 50, 000 residents to leave their homes. In the weeks that followed, people in Joplin began helping each other with supplies and shelter. The

sports

Data‑Driven Grappling: How Tech Is Changing Martial Arts

June 23, 2026

Combat sports are stepping into a new era where data helps athletes, coaches and gyms stay ahead. Instead of relying on gut feelings and handwritten notes, fighters can now log every roll, punch or hold. SmashLog’s platform turns these logs into clear insights that show a trainee what to pract

crypto

Burnham’s Crypto Chat: A New Leader, Old Questions

June 23, 2026

Andy Burnham has stepped into the spotlight as a potential prime minister after Sir Keir Starmer announced his resignation. His recent win in Makerfield suggests voters are ready for a fresh face at the top of Labour. Yet his knowledge about cryptocurrencies remains uneven. In early 2024, Burnham

politics

Changing a Street Name: A Move Toward Respect

June 23, 2026

In Clay, New York, a quiet road that once carried the name Plantation Boulevard is facing a fresh start. The title, chosen by mid‑20th‑century developers to lure buyers with a romantic view of the South, has sparked debate among residents and officials. The street runs near an Amazon warehouse and h

politics

Coffee Shop Faces Investigation After Rejecting Politician

June 23, 2026

A New York coffee chain has come under scrutiny from the Justice Department after it reportedly turned away a U. S. congressman during a weekend visit. The chain posted on social media that it would have refused service to Representative Dan Goldman if it had recognized him. The company’s statement