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The Supreme Court on Thursday cleared the way for Texas to use its new congressional map in the upcoming 2026 midterms, granting a major victory to President Donald Trump and GOP leaders who have pushed a nationwide strategy of mid-decade redistricting to shore up Republican control of the House. The unsigned order blocks a lower … Read more

Traffic is stressful and accidents are common—but some are preventable. One often-overlooked danger is “dooring”—when someone opens a car door into the path of a passing cyclist. It can cause serious injuries or even death. A Close Call I once saw a cyclist nearly hit by my friend opening his car door without checking. It … Read more

We’d barely sat down—two coffees, one slice of carrot cake between us—when a server stopped at our tiny table and said, “I’m really sorry, sir… but your wife can’t be here.” For a second I thought he was joking. Ana’s the last person you’d picture getting banned from a café. But the kid’s face was … Read more

The air felt like it shattered the moment he opened his mouth. One word. Just a single, seemingly insignificant word, and somehow it refused to come out the way he needed it to. It hung there, heavy and impossible, in the small studio that suddenly felt enormous. The lights above were blinding, sharp as knives, … Read more

Growing up, every year on my birthday, my grandma would give me an old postcard. They weren’t fancy or expensive — just faded cards with simple images of beaches, mountains, or cities. At first, I would smile politely, but by the time I turned 13, I started to frown and roll my eyes. “Why can’t … Read more

In our fast-paced world, traffic can often feel overwhelming, especially in crowded cities. The roads are filled with all kinds of people, from drivers who are in a hurry to cyclists and pedestrians. This is why road safety has become more important than ever. While we all know we should follow the speed limit and … Read more

Two weeks before my son’s wedding, I finally went out to find a dress. After a discouraging morning full of ill-fitting styles and unflattering colors, I stumbled upon a small boutique tucked between a café and a jewelry stand. As soon as I walked in, I saw the dress—an elegant, timeless blue gown that was … Read more

I cared for my grandmother during her final years while my siblings kept their distance, wrapped up in their own families and ambitions. When she passed, the inheritance was divided, and it stung more than I expected. My brother and sister claimed her jewelry, trinkets, and keepsakes—items polished with memories and obvious value. All I … Read more

In a landmark move, the U.S. Supreme Court announced Friday it will hear arguments on the constitutionality of President Donald Trump’s executive order ending birthright citizenship — one of the most consequential immigration cases to reach the high court in decades. The justices agreed to take up the issue after a string of lower court … Read more

My heart nearly stopped. I clutched the phone tighter and whispered, “But what? Where is she?” The voice hesitated, then continued, “…but she’s safe. She’s here at the community center.” Relief washed over me so hard I could barely breathe. When I arrived, I saw her sitting alone in a corner, her hoodie pulled over … Read more