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What operation ‘Epic Fury’ means for the US, Iran, and beyond
The United States is once again at war in the Middle East. The Trump administration, with support from Israel, made targeted air strikes against high-profile targets in Iran this weekend. Tehran responded by firing its own missiles at nearby Israeli and American military bases. This all comes after
The News Roundup For February 27, 2026
President Donald Trump delivered the first State of the Union address of his second term in office, lauding the strength of American economy. But even though wealthier Americans are benefiting financially from the positive economic trends, lower-income households are increasingly finding themselves
The Future Of Fertility In 2026
Millions of people struggle to become pregnant in the U.S. And in 2024, fertility rates reached a new low, according to CDC data. Women are also waiting longer to have kids, while a growing number are deciding to opt out entirely. That’s part of the reason the Trump administration is pushing for a b
Unpacking The State Of The Union
On Tuesday night, President Donald Trump delivered the first State of the Union address of his second term. It comes at a pivotal moment in Trump’s presidency. Approval of his performance – and policies – have hit new lows among the American people. Add to that last week’s Supreme Court ruling that
ICE And The State Of Minnesota
Despite a supposed personnel drawdown, the Department of Homeland Security is calling its ICE rollout in Minnesota the largest immigration operation ever. Now that thousands of federal agents are leaving, how are the state and its communities faring? We check in with the neighbors, school leaders, a