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4 questions you can ask to judge the reliability of news reports and social posts about the US-Iran war
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How hatred of Jews became a common ground for Islamic terrorists and left-wing extremists, fueling domestic terrorism
Every major escalation in the Middle East sends shock waves far beyond the region. In the United States, those shock…
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Pittsburgh spends millions on juvenile detention – research points to cheaper, more effective alternatives
Data released in January 2026 to Allegheny County officials offers a clear look at who is being held at Highland…
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Pete Hegseth is working hard to make sure the public hears only good news about Iran war
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Nearly 1 in 3 missing children in the US are Black, driving Pennsylvania and other states to propose ‘Ebony Alerts’ to ensure equal protection and public safety
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In its hunt for critical minerals, the US is misconstruing what is and is not America’s
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Legal refugees now face long detention after DHS reinterprets law on applying for a green card after a year
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Congress still has ways to throttle back Trump’s war with Iran – and to ask questions
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Patriots and loyalists both rallied around St. Patrick’s Day during the Revolutionary War
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