Extraordinary ‘normal’ Americans were the real stars of the RNC

The big names — like Donald Trump and veep nominee J.D. Vance — are devouring the headlines coming out of the Republican National Convention.  Fair enough, but some of the other speeches from fascinating, non-marquee figures have been trenchant and powerful as they illuminate the forces driving Trump’s ascent. Take Anne Fundner.  The California mom’s … Read more

America’s education system is failing and more: Letters to the Editor — July 21, 2024

Readers speak on America’s education system — and more. Stephen Yang Vanishing history It should come as no surprise that the current generation of American students don’t know our nation’s history (“U. don’t know jack,” July 17). This trend has been underway for years, with colleges and public schools dismissing history studies as irrelevant. Equally … Read more

Mamie Laverock shares ‘gratitude’ after receiving $39K in donations amid balcony fall recovery

7Mamie Laverock expressed her gratitude for receiving more than $39,000 in donations after falling five stories from a balcony. “When Calls the Heart” star Mamie Laverock expressed her “gratitude” after receiving more than $39,000 in donations amid her recovery from a five-story balcony fall. “Thank you so much. I don’t even know what to say. … Read more

Unhappy Disney unions vote to authorize strike, citing unfair labor practices

Maybe it’s not the Happiest Place on Earth. Thousands of Disney union workers voted to authorize a strike Friday, citing unfair labor practices at the company’s Southern California parks and resort. More than 14,000 workers across four unions at Disneyland, Disney California Adventure, Downtown Disney and Disney-owned hotels are ready to walk out, their unions … Read more

Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly to visit China after years-long rift

Joly’s visit follows Canadian security officials flagging Chinese interference as the country’s greatest strategic threat, a charge Beijing rejects Minister of Foreign Affairs Melanie Joly speaks with reporters in the foyer of the House of Commons before Question Period, Tuesday, May 21, 2024 in Ottawa.Photo by Adrian Wyld /The Canadian Press OTTAWA — Foreign Affairs … Read more

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