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Voting by mail faces uncertain moment ahead of midterm elections

1 month 3 weeks ago
Derrin Robinson has worked in Oregon elections for more than 30 years, long enough to remember when voters in the state cast their ballots at physical polling sites instead of by mail. As the nonpartisan clerk of Harney County, a vast, rural expanse larger than Massachusetts, Robinson oversees elections with about 6,000 registered voters. Oregon […]
Jonathan Shorman

The Best Holiday Movies to Watch as a Family: Timeless Stories That Bring Everyone Together

1 month 3 weeks ago
Did you know that watching holiday movies as a family can significantly boost emotional bonds and create lasting memories? According to a study published in the Journal of Family Psychology , engaging in shared leisure activities such as movie watching strengthens familial relationships and improves communication across generations. But what makes a holiday movie truly “family-friendly,” and which titles stand out as the best choices for a cozy, joyful gathering? This article explores

This Day in History on December 9: First Christmas Tree Illuminated with Electric Lights at the White House

1 month 3 weeks ago
December 9 has long been a date marked by pivotal moments in history, spanning politics, science, culture, and more. In 1775, during the American Revolutionary War, King George III formally declared the colonies to be in a state of rebellion. This declaration was a crucial step that escalated tensions between Great Britain and its American colonies, eventually leading to the colonies' fight for independence. The king's proclamation underscored the deepening rift and set the stage for the struggles

Weird King Trump Pretends He’ll Be Objective In Deciding If His Son In Law And Rich Friends Can Buy Warner Brothers

1 month 3 weeks ago
Last week Netflix announced a $82.7 billion acquisition of Warner Brothers, after elbowing out rival acquisition bids (for now) by Comcast/NBC and Paramount/CBS. But as we noted then, the deal still needs regulatory approval from Trump, who has already stated several times that he’d prefer it if his billionaire bestie new owner of CBS, Larry […]
Karl Bode

Today's Weather: Chilly with Clouds and Sun

1 month 3 weeks ago
You can expect a cool day with intermittent clouds and some sunshine. The high will reach 48 degrees, with a low around 38. Winds will come from the south-southwest at 11 to 12 mph, gusting as high as 29 mph. It will feel a bit chillier, with a feels-like temperature near 43 degrees. This morning will start cool with some clouds, but as the day progresses, conditions will be a mix of sun and clouds. Winds will keep the air moving steadily. After sunset, clouds will thicken, and it will become breez

Hospital-at-home program extended by US House, awaits Senate consideration

1 month 3 weeks ago
A popular program allowing Medicare patients to get hospital care at home would be extended until 2030 under a bill passed in the U.S. House of Representatives and awaiting consideration by the Senate.Β  The bill was passed by the House on Dec. 1 and referred to a Senate committee the next day. The federal government […]
Tim Henderson

Trump to send $12 billion in one-time payments to farmers to offset ag losses

1 month 3 weeks ago
The federal government will provide $12 billion to U.S. farmers who have been hurt by β€œunfair market disruption,” President Donald Trump said at a White House roundtable event Monday. Trump said repeatedly the funding was available thanks to tariff revenues, framing his aggressive trade policy as a boon to farmers rather than a drag on […]
Jacob Fischler