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The bill came from the Hampshire County Group Insurance Trust, which manages healthcare for dozens of New England towns, school districts and other public entities.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

Bianco and Hilton spoke about their plans to improve public safety, small businesses, homeowner’s insurance and water management, a crucial issue for the conservative-leaning owners of vast swaths of California’s agricultural heartland.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

His explanation quickly became part of the public conversation around the event, particularly after he referred to his son in unexpectedly distant terms, saying he had “known this person for a long time.”

From Salon • May 23, 2026

On Thursday, Uganda suspended public transport to the DRC after confirming its first two cases -- one infection and one death -- involving Congolese nationals who crossed the border.

From Barron's • May 23, 2026

Even better, the tale included pretty young women, a mysterious murder, and the possibility of scandal—all elements that the reading public couldn’t resist.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock