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A Practical Guide to Owning Less and Gaining More

March 26, 2026

Some people swear by owning fewer things, while others consider it extreme. The idea isn’t about forcing yourself into an empty room with just a bed and a lamp. Instead, it’s about keeping only what truly matters. Studies show that clutter can drain mental energy, making it harder to focus or relax.

education

Getting Kids Moving Again – How Schools Are Using Tech to Fix the Sitting Crisis

March 26, 2026

Back in the day, kids raced around playgrounds during recess and burned off energy in gym class. These days, many schools have cut gym or shortened recess to focus only on test scores. The result? More chairs, more screens, and less movement. Instead of trying to pull kids away from devices altogeth

politics

Reparations for slavery: A global push for justice or legal deadlock?

March 26, 2026

The United Nations recently passed a landmark resolution that labels the forced trafficking of Africans as the worst crime against humanity. The vote wasn’t unanimous—123 countries agreed, but 3 opposed it, and 52 stayed neutral. The biggest holdouts? The U. S. , the U. K. , and Israel. Their reason

crime

Mill Valley church vandalism stirs questions about motive and response

March 26, 2026

A Newark man now faces hate crime charges after sneaking into a historic Mill Valley church late Tuesday night. Police pulled him out of the building just before midnight after responding to reports of a late-night disturbance near the church grounds. What started as a simple call about a running ca

politics

Countries urge action on slavery reparations

March 26, 2026

The United Nations recently passed a resolution recognizing the trafficking of enslaved Africans as humanity’s worst crime. This historic vote calls for countries to provide reparations—such as financial compensation, cultural restitution, and official apologies—to address centuries of oppression.

politics

Who’s running the CDC while the U. S. looks for a permanent leader?

March 26, 2026

For now, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention still has a leader, but not the one it’s used to. Jay Bhattacharya remains in charge while officials hunt for a permanent replacement. The switch-up started last summer when the previous director left after clashing with political leaders over

crime

Mother’s Tragic End in Santa Fe Home

March 25, 2026

A man from Santa Fe has been charged with killing his mother in a shocking incident that unfolded over the weekend at their shared residence in Rancho Viejo. The 26‑year‑old, Deven Josiah Roybal, faces first‑degree murder and additional felony counts tied to the fatal stabbing of his 50‑year‑old mot

environment

Synthetic Furs Save Leopards: A Real‑World Test

March 25, 2026

In many parts of the world, people still buy real animal skins for fashion or tradition. One example is the use of leopard fur in royal ceremonies among the Lozi people of western Zambia. A project called Furs for Life tried to stop this practice by giving people high‑quality fake furs that look li

technology

Tech Trends Get a “Terminator” Vibe, Says Actor

March 25, 2026

Actor Robert Patrick, famous for playing the tough villain in a classic sci‑fi movie, recently shared his worries about how fast gadgets are evolving. He pointed out that today’s smart devices, flying drones and chat‑bots look a lot like the machines from his film. Patrick believes that each new

finance

Shift4 Payments Stock Sky‑High After Big Bounce

March 25, 2026

Shift4 Payments, a company that helps restaurants and hotels accept card payments, saw its shares jump almost 20 % on March 24. The price rose from about $44 at the open to more than $55 during the day, finishing near $52. 50 on a trade volume that doubled the usual daily average. The surge followe