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A new online planning resource for the 2026–2027 academic year has emerged, offering comprehensive, state-by-state calendars for school districts across the United States. The tool, designed to assist\u2026
Across the United States, August 2, 2026, saw widespread discussion of a range of significant national issues, from international diplomacy and technological developments to environmental challenges and economic\u2026
School districts across the United States operate on varied academic calendars, a pattern highlighted by a recent review of school year start and end dates for the 2024-2025\u2026
Families across the United States, including those in Myrtle Beach, are beginning to review the emerging school holiday schedules for the 2025-26 and 2026-27 academic years. These calendars,\u2026
Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, a Democrat, is once again advancing legislation aimed at imposing term limits on Supreme Court justices and significantly altering the Court’s appointment and confirmation process.\u2026
Renewed hostilities between the United States and Iran around Iranian ports and the Strait of Hormuz have prompted significant concern in global energy and shipping markets. The escalation,\u2026
Renewed hostilities between the United States and Iran in the vicinity of Iranian ports and the Strait of Hormuz have led to an escalation of tensions, prompting immediate\u2026
The Supreme Court has allowed a Texas law mandating age verification for app store users to take effect, even as legal challenges against the statute continue. The decision,\u2026
The Supreme Court has allowed a Texas law requiring app stores to implement age-verification measures to take effect, even as legal challenges against the statute continue. The decision,\u2026
Travelers across the United States are facing potential disruptions this week due to widespread severe weather and high holiday travel volumes, a situation that could affect those planning\u2026
The Eastern United States has experienced an intense heat wave, which is now transitioning into a period of heightened storm risks following the recent holiday weekend. This shift\u2026
An extensive heat wave impacted the eastern United States over the recent July Fourth holiday weekend, leading to disruptions in planned events and raising concerns about the potential\u2026