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Ambulances Under Fire: A Tale of Medics in Conflict

April 18, 2026

In the quiet hours before noon, two ambulances came to a halt outside Mayfadoun, a village in southern Lebanon. Earlier that day, news had spread that Israel had struck two other ambulances—one hit first, then the second as it arrived to help. The medics did not wait; they rushed to the scene, fully

politics

Head Start in Massachusetts Faces Funding Crunch

April 18, 2026

In Massachusetts, about 1, 300 spots for young children in Head Start programs have vanished over the past three years because federal money has stopped growing while program costs keep climbing. Nationwide, enrollment fell from roughly 1. 1 million kids in 2013 to around 785, 000 in 2022. The stat

business

Slow‑Fire Smiles: A Veteran’s Quest for Flavor

April 18, 2026

Veteran Cody Krepline turned his love of slow‑cooked meats into a thriving food truck called Sloppy Hog BBQ. After serving in Iraq and Afghanistan, he found that preparing barbecue for his fellow soldiers soothed the memories of war. When he left the National Guard, he decided to share that comfort

crime

Surveillance Helps Police Stop Three Night‑time Shootings in Atlanta Area

April 18, 2026

Police say that a security camera installed by a homeowners association in Brookhaven was key to catching the person who fired shots at three people during one night. The footage helped investigators track the suspect’s movements across several locations in metro Atlanta. The first incident involve

finance

House Prices, Jobs and Energy: What the Numbers Really Say

April 18, 2026

A recent look at U. S. data shows that buying a home is still slow, even though mortgage rates have eased. In March, sales of houses that were already owned fell 3. 6 percent from February, leaving the market at its lowest level in nine months. The slowdown is blamed on weaker confidence and a slowe

opinion

When the Captain Steps Back: Why One Fire Chief Called It Quits

April 18, 2026

Jarrod Emes spent years as the voice of calm during emergencies on Berks County’s roads. Dispatchers and crews knew his steady tone meant problems were under control. But behind the radio commands was a growing pile of missed meals, canceled plans, and empty chairs at family events. Volunteering as

politics

Georgia Governor Race: Money, Names and New Faces

April 17, 2026

The 2026 Georgia governor contest feels very different from the high‑energy battle four years ago. While Democrats now appear less focused and have spent only about $1. 2 million, Republicans have poured nearly $100 million into ads. The stakes are high because Georgia has not elected a Democratic g

business

Shipping Costs Soar as Panama Canal Faces Rush to Avoid Middle East Trade Disruptions

April 17, 2026

The Panama Canal recently faced a surprising case where a ship paid $4 million to skip the line. But officials insist this wasn’t a fixed fee—it was just a one-time auction price driven by temporary market chaos. Why? Because wars in the Middle East are changing global trade routes, pushing more shi

politics

Celebrating 40 Years: A Legacy of Lesbian History in Barcelona

April 15, 2026

The story begins with a group of lesbians who, in the 1980s, created their own safe space in Barcelona. Over four decades, that place has seen political shifts, city changes, and the fading of many queer venues. Yet it kept going because everyone inside shared its own rules and cared for each other.

education

Play Day Fun for Kids at College

April 15, 2026

The college’s Early Childhood Department has a yearly event called Children’s Play Day. It takes place during the national Week of the Young Child, a time when many places focus on kids. The college partners with the International Play Association to give families a day of learning through play.