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Opinion

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…

        Gary Varvel for Jul 28, 2026

        Gary Varvel for Jul 28, 2026

          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.

                        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.

                        God save the king? Anarchy in the U.S.A.?

                        God save the king? Anarchy in the U.S.A.?

                        The Nonpareil writes in an editorial that the Sex Pistols would call this a ‘fascist regime,’ but scholars debating the terms "kleptocracy" versus "oligarchy."

                        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?

                        New reports look at sex discrimination in the labor market and gender-affirming care for minors | Utterly Moderate podcast

                        New reports look at sex discrimination in the labor market and gender-affirming care for minors | Utterly Moderate podcast

                        Progress is being made in combatting sex discrimination in the workforce, but there are concerns gender-affirming care for minors. Learn more on the Utterly Moderate podcast.

                        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

                        Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                        Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                        Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                        Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31

                        Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31

                        Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31 (UI Athletics)

                        Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                        Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                        Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

                        Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                        Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                        Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

                        Letters to the Editor

                        Letter writer says we can do more to prevent climate change this Earth Day

                        Letter writer says we can do more to prevent climate change this Earth Day

                        "This Earth Day should be recognized as a time to begin the concerted effort to make our home planet ... healthier. Without a healthy planet, nothing else can be sustainable."

                        Letter to the editor

                        Bring wind energy to Fremont County

                        Letter to the editor

                        Shenandoah has the nicest people

                        Letter to the Editor

                        Fly Iowa creates memorable day for Clarinda

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