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Growing Community Roots in Fayetteville

July 19, 2026

William Shelby, 36, works as the horticulture education coordinator at Cape Fear Botanical Garden. He was chosen for Fayetteville’s 40 Under 40 Class of 2026 because he pours his energy into strengthening the city. Shelby’s projects range from building community gardens to leading volunteer groups a

education

Learning, Feeling, and Growing: How Kids Feel While Studying

July 19, 2026

Adult learners at community classes bring a wide range of backgrounds and life challenges. Their success often hinges on how well they can manage their emotions, turning feelings into useful energy for learning. The most common tool to measure this skill was created with college students in mi

politics

A Quiet Fight Over Bathroom Rules in Idaho

July 19, 2026

In Boise High, a single bathroom incident sparked a heated legal battle that stretched across state lines and courtrooms. The dispute began when one student, who we’ll call “Jane, ” claimed she heard noises in a stall next to hers and saw black shoes pointing toward her. She believed another student

education

Robot Teacher Helps Students Learn in New York School

July 19, 2026

A new robot named Sally will sit in classrooms across the Salamanca City Central School District this fall. It is not meant to replace teachers, but to support them and help students practice skills on their laptops. The district plans to buy the robot from Realbotix, a company that builds hum

celebrities

Celebrities Who Felt Over‑Punished

July 19, 2026

People on social media argue that some stars were treated too harshly. They point to names like Janet Jackson, Ashley Judd and Winona Ryder as examples of unfair backlash. These discussions often mix real accusations with rumors, making it hard to see the truth. The list includes a wide range

business

Madison Square Garden Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged LGBTQ Tracking Claims

July 19, 2026

The Madison Entertainment Corporation, which runs the famous arena in Manhattan, has taken legal action against Wired magazine. The lawsuit says a recent article made up a story that the venue is tracking LGBTQ people for bad reasons. The piece, dated July 9 and titled “Madison Square Garden Kept a

celebrities

July 19: Stars Celebrate Another Birthday Bash

July 19, 2026

On this day, a handful of well‑known figures mark another year. The headline spot goes to the legendary guitarist Brian May, who turns 79, and the popular actor Jared Padalecki, celebrating his 44th birthday. May’s long‑standing contribution to music is highlighted by his cameo in the Band Aid 20 ch

politics

Entertainment, Environment and Shipping: A Straight‑Ahead Look

July 19, 2026

People who perform for crowds usually want to give a break from everyday worries, not a lesson in politics. A famous singer once said that fans come to his shows to enjoy themselves, not to be told what to think about society. That idea is simple: entertainers should focus on their art and keep pers

politics

Car Repairs Get a New Twist – What It Means for You

July 19, 2026

BMW is testing a special screw that only its own tools can turn, aiming to keep repair work in its hands. The design shows the brand’s logo and is meant to block common wrenches, making it hard for independent garages to open cars. The company has not yet rolled the screw out in production, but lawm

technology

United’s Tech Glitch Leaves Travelers in a Loop

July 19, 2026

A sudden system failure at United Airlines knocked out its check‑in and boarding software across the country. The problem hit major hubs such as Washington Dulles, Newark, and others, causing many flights to be delayed or stuck on the tarmac. The outage began early Saturday morning and, by mid‑morni