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Democrats Shift to Big‑Tax Plans as Populist Move

March 18, 2026

In recent months the Democratic Party has moved from vague anti‑Trump slogans to concrete tax ideas. Earlier, many saw them as a group without clear plans beyond anger at the former president. Now they have rolled out several proposals that aim to tax the wealthy and redistribute money. Bernie Sand

opinion

Crime Numbers Drop, but the Sound of Guns Remains

March 18, 2026

Across many U. S. cities, serious crime rates are falling faster than they have in years. Homicides and other violent offenses have slipped, thanks to joint efforts by police, community groups, and new technology. Data from federal crime reports show a nearly 10‑percent decline in violence between l

opinion

Young Republicans, Big Ideas and a Dangerous Trend

March 18, 2026

A 31‑year‑old from Florida is making headlines in a way that has caught the attention of many young voters. He says he wants to keep costs down and is very skeptical about immigration and the U. S. backing of Israel. Those ideas have turned him into a popular figure among a segment of the party that

politics

Alaska’s New Home: How Ukrainian Families Are Shaping the State

March 18, 2026

The first wave of Ukrainian refugees arrived in Alaska almost four years ago, fleeing a war that had left millions homeless. From the start, the state acted quickly to open its doors and welcome these newcomers. Volunteers from churches, businesses, nonprofits, and local governments came together to

politics

Fed Independence Under Fire: A New Look at the Powell Subpoenas

March 18, 2026

The federal district court in Washington recently overturned subpoenas issued by the former Trump administration to Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. Judge James Boasberg decided that the subpoenas were not just a procedural nuisance; they were an attempt to influence Powell’s policy decisions

entertainment

Weekend Highlights: Fair, Festival and Arts in Arkansas

March 18, 2026

The 53rd Territorial Fair opens Saturday from ten to four on the historic Arkansas Museum grounds. A partnership with the Quapaw Nation showcases native traditions and early settlers. Visitors can learn how to dry, pound, and cook corn while playing dice games and running foot races. Crafts include

entertainment

Big Variety of New Films From Hong Kong Studio

March 18, 2026

The studio has a lot of new movies and shows. They show action, fantasy, history and real‑life stories. The first film is a fast‑moving thriller called “Furious Attack. ” It has two famous fighters, Andy On and Philip Ng. The hero used to be a soldier. He goes into a dangerous area in My

entertainment

Space Quest: A New Adventure in the Stars

March 18, 2026

A Texas studio that once helped create beloved sci‑fi games has dropped a fresh trailer for its first title, EXODUS. The clip is short but packed with hints about what players can expect. First, the game shows a fight on the edge of a place called Lyonesse. The hero, Jun, works with two sidekicks,

entertainment

Amazon MGM Turns Game of Life Into Movie

March 18, 2026

A new film project is set to bring the classic board game to the big screen. Amazon Studios and MGM have teamed up to adapt Hasbro’s Game of Life, a game that has entertained families for decades. The partnership suggests the studios see potential in blending nostalgia with modern storytelling. The

technology

Samsung’s Art‑TV: A TV That Looks Like a Painting

March 18, 2026

Samsung has turned its 2025 Frame Pro into more than just a screen; it doubles as wall art. In many offices the device is hung like a portrait and left to show rotating images, proving that the TV can also serve décor. The company’s goal is to make a television that blends into a room when not in us