Don Wooten: Iran is a problem of our own making
Elections in South Carolina and New York; a bombing run in Iran; a push for One Big Ugly Bill: It’s been quite a week.
Commentary: Protecting Virginia’s health care system from harmful federal cuts
Here are two important numbers Virginians should remember in relation to the congressional budget reconciliation process: nearly 2 million and $24.8 billion.
Regina “Gina” Marie Williams Baccigalopi
Regina "Gina" Marie Williams Baccigalopi of Iowa, Louisiana, passed away on June 24, 2025, at the age of 58. A former educator and lover of the arts, gardening, and camping, she is survived by her husband, father, brothers, step-daughter, grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral mass will be held on July 1, 2025, at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Fenton, Louisiana.
Brawley City Council to discuss city manager's contract
BRAWLEY — The Brawley City Council will meet on Tuesday, July 1, to discuss, among other items, the contract with City Manager Rebecca Terrazas-Baxter.
California Prison Hunger Strike Grows Amid Claims of Collective Punishment
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Jim Cramer has a six-word response to upcoming bull market
Jim Cramer predicts $100 trillion entering the crypto market. An analyst also forecasts a $100 trillion crypto market cap within 7-10 years. Achieving this target requires the current market cap to increase 27-fold.
‘We the people’ is a timeless ideal of American democracy. What’s gone wrong?
A UC Berkeley report reveals that Americans are confused about the meaning of democracy and frustrated with leaders and institutions, but also open to solutions. The report suggests that strengthening the system requires commitment to democratic values and practices, similar to economic and health policy. The study highlights the need for policies promoting shared identity and addressing polarization, as well as improving public understanding and engagement at local levels.
The new science of 'dad brain'
Research suggests that men's brains undergo changes, including a reduction in gray matter volume in the cortex, upon becoming fathers, similar to "mom brain." These changes correlate with increased bonding, motivation, and engagement in parenting, indicating brain plasticity and adaptation to caregiving. Furthermore, fathers experience hormonal shifts, such as a decrease in testosterone and fluctuations in oxytocin, which are linked to their involvement in childcare and social bonding.
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President Trump says he’d ‘absolutely’ consider bombing Iran again
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The push for an American baby boom
The Trump administration is considering a $5,000 "baby bonus" to combat the declining U.S. birth rate, which is at a historic low. Experts debate whether financial incentives are effective, with some suggesting broader social safety nets like those in Scandinavian countries, while others point to shifting priorities and economic uncertainties as key factors influencing family planning. Concerns also arise regarding the potential disempowerment of women and unequal access to family fulfillment based on socioeconomic status.