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Oregon Legislature Stalls on Climate Bills While Some Rollbacks Pass

March 6, 2026

The short session in Oregon saw most climate‑focused proposals stalled, leaving the state’s clean‑energy plans largely unchanged. A key idea that would have let the state tap a “Climate Superfund” to cover wildfire and heat damage never left committee, missing another chance to hold big polluters ac

finance

Cleveland Heights Faces Tight Budget Battle

March 3, 2026

The city’s new finance chief is pushing for stricter spending while waiting on two pending state audits that will decide its bond rating. He told the finance committee in early February that Ohio’s Auditor should finish the 2023 audit soon, and he expects no major surprises. The city still has a few

entertainment

Kelly Cutrone Fires Back at Jay Manuel Over ANTM Drama

February 24, 2026

Kelly Cutrone, a well‑known fashion publicist who judged America’s Next Top Model from cycles 18 to 22, recently responded to Jay Manuel’s criticism of Tyra Banks in the Netflix docuseries “Reality Check. ” Manuel said that after cycle 8 he wanted to leave the show and that Banks ignored him on s

sports

Canada’s Powerhouse Returns to Beat Germany

February 15, 2026

The Canadian women’s hockey team won a decisive 5‑1 victory over Germany in the quarterfinals of the Milan Cortina Games, sending them to the semifinals. Captain Marie‑Philip Poulin, who had been sidelined by a knee injury, re‑entered the lineup and scored a power‑play goal that matched her Olymp

entertainment

Prologue Partners With Spy‑Writer David McCloskey for New Projects

February 13, 2026

David McCloskey, the former CIA analyst who turned his experience into bestselling spy novels, has signed an exclusive multi‑year first‑look agreement with Prologue Entertainment. The deal gives the independent studio rights to adapt his current and future books into film and television, with McClos

politics

Foreign Money in U. S. Colleges: A New Look at the Numbers

February 12, 2026

U. S. universities have just released a fresh list showing that more than five billion dollars flowed from overseas donors and contracts in 2025. The data is part of a broader effort by the current administration to shine a light on foreign influence in higher education. The list spots big names

celebrities

Actors Share Love and Loss After James Van Der Beek’s Passing

February 12, 2026

The news of James Van Der Beek’s death at 48, after a fight with stage‑3 colorectal cancer, has set off a wave of heartfelt messages from his peers. Friends and co‑stars across the industry have taken to social media, each offering a personal tribute that highlights his warmth and talent. Sarah M

entertainment

Cold‑War Thriller Casts Anna Chlumsky and Leslie Bibb

February 10, 2026

The new series set in 1983 puts Anna Chlumsky and Leslie Bibb on a NATO base in Iceland. They play military police officers who investigate an American soldier’s mysterious death. The show blends espionage, political intrigue and personal drama. Bibb portrays Captain Diane Goodman, a seasoned

politics

CBS News: Big Changes Ahead

January 27, 2026

Bari Weiss, the editor-in-chief at CBS News, is about to make some big moves. She's planning to hire around 18 new commentators and let go of some staff. This news comes from people inside CBS who know about her plans but asked not to be named. Weiss has been at CBS for a short time, but she's alre

politics

Washington's Unique Mardi Gras Mixes Fun and Politics

January 25, 2026

Washington, D. C. is gearing up for a special Mardi Gras celebration that's been happening for over 75 years. It's not just about parties; it's also a big networking event for politicians and business leaders. This year, the main ball is on January 31st at the Washington Hilton, where the bar is nic