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Americas News

JONATHAN TURLEY: Chicago schools reward protest while students can't read
World

JONATHAN TURLEY: Chicago schools reward protest while students can't read

The Chicago Teachers Union pushed to cancel classes for May Day protests, and CPS confirmed it will fund buses for students and teachers to attend.

Christelle Hauck · 24 Apr, 2026
Randy Travis’ tour vocalist, James Dupré, exposes hard reality of performing after country icon’s stroke
World

Randy Travis’ tour vocalist, James Dupré, exposes hard reality of performing after country icon’s stroke

Singer James Dupré, vocalist for Randy Travis' More Life tour, says the country legend stays positive and loves performing for fans after his 2013 stroke.

Porter Davis · 24 Apr, 2026
A new Republican privacy bill could be ‘worse than no standard at all’
Technology

A new Republican privacy bill could be ‘worse than no standard at all’

Congress is once again attempting to pass a national data privacy law. But while it would introduce new protections in some states, it would weaken privacy righ...

Lauren Feiner · 24 Apr, 2026
I went to the Great Smoky Mountains for the first time. 8 surprises made my trip harder — and better — than I expected.
Business

I went to the Great Smoky Mountains for the first time. 8 surprises made my trip harder — and better — than I expected.

I went to Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee and was surprised by free entry, a scenic tram, and difficult stargazing.

Joey Hadden · 24 Apr, 2026
Senate hopeful says US should be 'far more cooperative' with China to fight climate change
World

Senate hopeful says US should be 'far more cooperative' with China to fight climate change

Far-left Maine Senate hopeful Graham Platner drew criticism for urging U.S.-China cooperation to fight climate change.

Alycia Swift · 24 Apr, 2026
Steak 'n Shake's new 'Chief MAHA Officer' teases RFK Jr-inspired menu shift
World

Steak 'n Shake's new 'Chief MAHA Officer' teases RFK Jr-inspired menu shift

Steak 'n Shake is announcing plans to switch to grass-fed beef chainwide by June 1, according to its newly appointed chief MAHA officer and former HHS senior ad...

Leann McClure · 24 Apr, 2026
The surging price of jet fuel is hurting US airlines. Here's how much it has cost them so far.
Business

The surging price of jet fuel is hurting US airlines. Here's how much it has cost them so far.

United, Delta, American, and Southwest reported fuel costs up by hundreds of millions, and told investors how they plan to combat that.

Pete Syme · 24 Apr, 2026
I moved to the UK from Florida 20 years ago. Living here has been full of surprises in the best way.
Business

I moved to the UK from Florida 20 years ago. Living here has been full of surprises in the best way.

Two decades ago, I left Florida for the UK. Many aspects of life in Wales surprised me, including the food, the humor, and the walkability.

Jennifer Burns · 24 Apr, 2026
Here’s the next Apple Watch face coming in watchOS 26.5
Technology

Here’s the next Apple Watch face coming in watchOS 26.5

There’s a new Apple Watch face that will be included in the upcoming watchOS 26.5 software update. more…

Zac Hall · 24 Apr, 2026
These Third-Generation Apple AirPods Are $50 Off Right Now
Technology

These Third-Generation Apple AirPods Are $50 Off Right Now

These earbuds offer a lightweight, open-fit design with instant Apple connectivity.

Pradershika Sharma · 24 Apr, 2026
Reed Hastings says the entertainment industry will be the least affected by AI
Business

Reed Hastings says the entertainment industry will be the least affected by AI

Netflix cofounder Reed Hastings shared his thoughts on how AI in the entertainment industry on an April 22nd episode of the "Possible" podcast.

Charissa Cheong · 24 Apr, 2026
Donald Trump uses Pete Rose to justify soldier's alleged shady Maduro bet, and he's not wrong
World

Donald Trump uses Pete Rose to justify soldier's alleged shady Maduro bet, and he's not wrong

Trump weighs in on soldier Gannon Van Dyke, who allegedly placed Polymarket bets on Maduro's ouster, comparing the case to Pete Rose's gambling ban.

Hortense Adams · 24 Apr, 2026