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What do we owe each other after tragedy strikes our community? | The Ethical Life podcast

What do we owe each other after tragedy strikes our community? | The Ethical Life podcast

  • Scott Rada

🎧 Grief rarely follows a single path. The hosts discuss public sorrow, private pain and why genuine relationships remain essential during difficult times.

Americans are richer than ever, so why are they so angry? | Allison Schrager

Americans are richer than ever, so why are they so angry? | Allison Schrager

    It is one of the great paradoxes of our time: Americans have never been richer — or more negative about the economy.

    Testosterone won't cure what ails the US military | Dallas Morning News

    Testosterone won't cure what ails the US military | Dallas Morning News

      Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's new magic elixir for whatever is ailing the U.S. military is testosterone.

      What John Fetterman forgot about his US Senate seat | Philadelphia Inquirer

      What John Fetterman forgot about his US Senate seat | Philadelphia Inquirer

        Pennsylvanians were well acquainted with John Fetterman’s idiosyncrasies by the time he was elected to the U.S. Senate four years ago. No one had a right, for example, to expect him to report for Capitol Hill duty with a clean shave and a pressed suit.

        Sen. Fetterman flips on campaign promise, backs filibuster

        Sen. Fetterman flips on campaign promise, backs filibuster

        • USA Today - Vertical

        U.S. Sen. John Fetterman promised during his 2022 campaign to work to eliminate the filibuster. Now, he said he sees the filibuster as necessary.

        Trump To HAMMER Russia With 200% Tariffs, Zelenskyy’s CLOSED-DOOR Capitol Plea WORKS

        Trump To HAMMER Russia With 200% Tariffs, Zelenskyy’s CLOSED-DOOR Capitol Plea WORKS

        • Oneindia - English

        U.S. Senate has delivered a powerful bipartisan message by advancing a landmark Russia sanctions bill just hours after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy personally appealed to lawmakers at the Capitol. The legislation would authorize President Donald Trump to impose tariffs of up to 20…

        Americans are free to be suckers | Froma Harrop

        Americans are free to be suckers | Froma Harrop

          Many of today's consumer loans are legal but abusive. Payday lenders and used car sellers often steer customers into costly contracts they barely understand. Low-income borrowers with jobs and, therefore, dependable cash flow to siphon off, are favored targets.

          Why the socialist sugar high ultimately crashes for Democrats | Lynn Schmidt

          Why the socialist sugar high ultimately crashes for Democrats | Lynn Schmidt

            Democratic socialism has been winning in Democratic primaries lately, but it will ultimately lose — because it fails politically and economically.

            When it comes to war in Iran, Congress must wield power of the purse | Seattle Times

            When it comes to war in Iran, Congress must wield power of the purse | Seattle Times

              The war in Iran is nearing the five-month mark, and during that time at least 17 U.S. service members have been killed and more than 400 injured. For the war President Donald Trump said would take “a few days,” there is no end in sight and the stated objectives have yet to be accomplished.

              College sports are a mess. Can Congress help? | Bloomberg News

              College sports are a mess. Can Congress help? | Bloomberg News

                College sports have long been influenced by money.

                Celebrities You Didn’t Realize Have Children Together - Part 2

                Celebrities You Didn’t Realize Have Children Together - Part 2

                  Some celebrity relationships may have ended years ago, but the families they created continue to connect these famous names. From Hollywood actors to music stars, several well-known celebrities share children together, including a few surprising pairings many fans may not even remember. Actr…

                  US-Iran War: US says Trump pausing strikes to give space to diplomacy

                  US-Iran War: US says Trump pausing strikes to give space to diplomacy

                    The United States has said President Donald Trump is pausing further strikes on Iran to create space for diplomacy and potential negotiations. The move comes amid heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran, with global leaders watching for signs of de-escalation and a possible diploma…

                    Tom Brady's New Ventures: The NFL Legend's Next Moves

                    Tom Brady's New Ventures: The NFL Legend's Next Moves

                      Exploring Tom Brady post-NFL: From playfully hitting Logan Paul to eyeing SummerSlam, he embraces new roles. Brady is trying everything from crypto to WWE.

                      US, foreign guests forged connections during World Cup | Virginian-Pilot

                      US, foreign guests forged connections during World Cup | Virginian-Pilot

                        Spain’s 1-0 victory over Argentina in the World Cup final wasn’t the most entertaining match but still served as the culmination of a monthlong celebration that spanned the North American continent. From Vancouver to Miami, Los Angeles to Mexico City, the three host nations collaborated to produce an experience that was as thrilling on the field as it was entertaining off it.

                        Editorials

                        Are we confusing outrage with truth in the age of algorithms? | The Ethical Life podcast

                        Are we confusing outrage with truth in the age of algorithms? | The Ethical Life podcast

                        🎧 The hosts examine how personalized feeds amplify conflict, bury progress and leave citizens exhausted and polarized, reinforcing a distorted picture of society that feels broken and perpetually on edge.

                        NC Supreme Court race ruling is a dangerous attack on voters who followed the rules | Opinion

                        Roughly 65,000 votes are just a step away from being thrown out after the North Carolina Court of Appeals sided with Jefferson Griffin in his lawsuit seeking to overturn the state Supreme Court race he lost by 734 votes out of more than 5 million cast. In a stunning decision that changes the rules of an election after that election has occurred, the court ruled that the vast majority of the ...

                        St. Louis Post-Dispatch: 'Ghost gun' in CEO's murder highlights an industry custom-made for crime

                        St. Louis Post-Dispatch: 'Ghost gun' in CEO's murder highlights an industry custom-made for crime

                        Why is Congress protecting untraceable weapons?

                        Be very afraid of Project 2025 | What keeps you up at night? podcast

                        Be very afraid of Project 2025 | What keeps you up at night? podcast

                        In her latest What keeps you up at night? podcast, columnist Lynn Schmidt shares her concerns over Project 2025 and the current state of America's politics. 

                        Columnists

                        What do we owe each other after tragedy strikes our community? | The Ethical Life podcast

                        What do we owe each other after tragedy strikes our community? | The Ethical Life podcast

                        🎧 Grief rarely follows a single path. The hosts discuss public sorrow, private pain and why genuine relationships remain essential during difficult times.

                        Americans are richer than ever, so why are they so angry? | Allison Schrager

                        Americans are richer than ever, so why are they so angry? | Allison Schrager

                        It is one of the great paradoxes of our time: Americans have never been richer — or more negative about the economy.

                        Testosterone won't cure what ails the US military | Dallas Morning News

                        Testosterone won't cure what ails the US military | Dallas Morning News

                        Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's new magic elixir for whatever is ailing the U.S. military is testosterone.

                        What John Fetterman forgot about his US Senate seat | Philadelphia Inquirer

                        What John Fetterman forgot about his US Senate seat | Philadelphia Inquirer

                        Pennsylvanians were well acquainted with John Fetterman’s idiosyncrasies by the time he was elected to the U.S. Senate four years ago. No one had a right, for example, to expect him to report for Capitol Hill duty with a clean shave and a pressed suit.

                        Shopping

                        Your utility bill is telling you something: what rising costs reveal about your HVAC system

                        Your utility bill is telling you something: what rising costs reveal about your HVAC system

                        Affiliate content. Learn what to do about rising energy costs from your HVAC system. 

                        What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

                        What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

                        Affiliate content. Learn the most common HVAC problems based on the age of your home.

                        Altcoins to Buy: How to Find and Buy Altcoins for the Next Bull Run

                        Altcoins to Buy: How to Find and Buy Altcoins for the Next Bull Run

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                        Upcoming Crypto Presales: How to Find and Buy Top Crypto Presales

                        Upcoming Crypto Presales: How to Find and Buy Top Crypto Presales

                        Affiliate. Learn how to find and buy top crypto presales and what to look for when researching. 

                        Letters to the Editor

                        Richard Flowe: Write-in Haley-DeSantis for President and Vice President

                        Richard Flowe: Write-in Haley-DeSantis for President and Vice President

                        Richard Flowe shares why he is writing in Nikki Haley for president and Ron DeSantis.

                        Letters to the editor: Long-time business closing; an act of kindness; and harness the wind

                        Letters to the editor: Long-time business closing; an act of kindness; and harness the wind

                        A Concord institution closing

                        Letters to the editor: A judge's view on Trump; a long-time Concord business closing; and good deed by KPD

                        Letters to the editor: A judge's view on Trump; a long-time Concord business closing; and good deed by KPD

                        Retired judge’s view on Trump

                        A Concord institution closing - Scott and Teresa Padgett

                        A Concord institution closing - Scott and Teresa Padgett

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