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Belarus authoritarian leader welcomes US evangelist Franklin Graham to hold massive gathering
Belarus’ authoritarian leader has greeted U.S. evangelist Franklin Graham, who arrived in the tightly controlled country to hold the largest evangelical gathering in its history.
Disneyland files confidential building permits for Toy Story parking lot
The DisneylandForward plan envisions an outdoor shopping mall, hotels, entertainment and theme park experiences next to the Anaheim Convention Center.
A Texas town may offer a preview of a Trump plan to force noncitizens from public housing
The situation in Port Isabel, Texas, offers a glimpse of what could happen nationwide if a Trump administration proposal takes effect to end housing assistance to families in which at…
Latin American nationals deported by the US to Congo face an uncertain future
Fifteen people deported from the U.S. to Congo under the Trump administration's policy face difficult conditions. A Colombian woman describes how she was deported despite a U.S. judge's protection order.
War worsens Lebanon’s economic crisis with job losses, price gouging and slow business
In Lebanon, war has worsened woes compounded by existing economic problems and largely unregulated markets vulnerable to price gouging.
Democrats test a new red state strategy: Back independents over their own nominees
Democratic leaders are embracing independent candidates in red states where their party brand struggles. In places like Nebraska and Alaska, Democrats are subtly or openly supporting independents they believe can…
Such great heights: They’re tall, they’re proud — and they’re getting together
TikTok creator Tyler Bergantino's Tall Tour brings tall individuals together for community, speed dating, and shared experiences.
Research analyst from Iran found her voice at Santiago Canyon College
Hayden Kaveh credits the college for rebuilding her confidence. "It's more than just a workplace," she said.
Kentucky Republicans race to replace McConnell while carefully keeping him at arm’s length
Kentucky’s Republican Senate primary to replace Sen. Mitch McConnell is becoming a test of the party’s transformation under President Trump.
HOA Homefront: Are monthly assessments fair?
Not all assessments for an Homeowners Association are created equal.