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From Travel Ban to Troops in Streets, Advocates Blast Trump’s Targeting of Immigrant Communities
Democracy Now!
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This is a rush transcript. Copy may not be in its final form. NERMEEN SHAIKH: This is Democracy Now!, democracynow.org, The War and Peace Report. I’m Nermeen Shaikh in New York. AMY GOODMAN: And I’m Amy Goodman in Salt Lake City, Utah. We’re...
Starbucks wants to pay you to travel the world — but you have to act fast
WTOL 11 - Ohio
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June 11, 2025
Starbucks wants two creators who are willing to help "show the world why Starbucks coffee hits different." SEATTLE — If your dream job involves jet-setting to Tokyo, sipping espresso in Milan and capturing it all on TikTok, Starbucks has a gig for...
The Israel-Iran War Rages On
The Dispatch
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June 16, 2025
At the time of publishing, Iran’s missile attacks on Israel since Friday have left at least 24 people dead, according to Israeli officials, and more than 500 injured. The volleys have largely centered on densely populated areas rather than...
Today's Headlines: WA officials decry travel ban; Spokane County prosecutor to step down
Spokane Public Radio - Washington State
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June 11, 2025
WA officials decry Trump travel ban, consider legal action Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson is speaking out again against a Trump travel ban. New restrictions from the federal government went into effect on Monday. They fully or partially prohibit...
Greg McElroy defends Oklahoma vs. Michigan as a Top 10 nonconference game in 2025
On3
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June 16, 2025
Two college football powerhouses will meet for the first time in the regular season when Michigan travels to take on Oklahoma in 2025. Anticipation is high with ESPN analyst Greg McElroy tabbing the Week 2 matchup as one of his top 10...
Oregon cities top new ranking of 20 best foodie travel destinations in U.S.
OregonLive.com
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June 11, 2025
If you want to center your summer vacation on food and drink experiences, you don’t have to travel far. HomeToGo, a vacation rental marketplace, has released its Taste of Summer Index, ranking the top 20 destinations in the country “to satisfy...
Taiwan Tourism to open second tourist info centre in Seattle
Travel Press
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June 11, 2025
To strengthen its presence in the global tourism market and tap into the robust outbound travel demand from North America, the Taiwan Tourism Administration (TTA) will continue its North American expansion by opening a second Taiwan Tourism...
Tyson Tops 32nd International Optimist Regatta
Sail-World
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June 16, 2025
by Carol Bareuther 15 Jun 21:22 PDT June 9-15, 2025 Getting good starts and sailing fast led the USA's Daniel Skutch Tyson to win the 32nd International Optimist Regatta (IOR), hosted at the St. Thomas Yacht Club (STYC), June 13-15, 2025....
Trump’s policies disrupt global tourism
Hotel Management Network
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June 11, 2025
The United States is facing a significant decline in international tourism in 2025, with foreign visitor numbers and spending forecast to drop sharply. Analysts link the downturn to a series of policy moves by President Donald Trump, including new...
New Requirements for Washington State Employers
JD Supra - California
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June 6, 2025
In recent weeks, Washington State Governor Bob Ferguson signed numerous employment-related bills, amending employer obligations and employee rights related to pay transparency, paid leave, use of criminal records, personnel records, child labor,...
In Seattle, preserving trees while increasing housing supply is a climate solution
NPR
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June 11, 2025
The Boulders development, built in 2006 in Seattle's Green Lake neighborhood, features a mature tree along with a waterfall. The developer also added mature trees salvaged from other developments — placing them strategically to add texture and...
WSU Forest Owners’ Field Day Set For Cle Elum
PNW AG Network - Washington
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June 10, 2025
Family forest owners and managers across central and eastern Washington are encouraged to learn how to manage and protect their woodlands during a June 21st field day. Washington State University Extension’s Forest and Range Owners Field Day will...
Is it safe to travel to LA as protests and looting erupts across US city?
The Independent
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June 11, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
Microsoft Pulling Major Conference Out of Seattle Due to Rampant Homelessness and Open-Air Drug Use
The Gateway Pundit
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June 11, 2025
Public policies have consequences. Microsoft is pulling their major ‘Build’ conference out of Seattle because their members are tired of tripping over homeless people and junkies. So now the city will lose a major source of revenue because they...
New Benchmarks: The Powerful Role of Public Parks in the 21st Century
Architizer
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June 16, 2025
The winners of the 13th Architizer A+Awards have been announced! Looking ahead to next season? Stay up to date by subscribing to our A+Awards Newsletter. Parks, where we can breathe and escape from the chaos of the city and nature in living spaces...
Stylish coolers are the summer accessories you didn’t know you needed
The Messenger - Kentucky
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Stylish coolers are becoming the summer accessory you didn’t know you needed, as brands push design-forward options that blend function with style. These personal coolers are catching on fast as heat waves push more people to find wearable ways to...
Paw-sitive vibes only: National Take Your Dog to Work Day gains momentum
The Messenger - Kentucky
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More workplaces are making room for furry companions, bringing in paw-sitive vibes only. National Take Your Dog to Work Day gains momentum as 85% of employees in pet-friendly workplaces say they rarely miss work for recovery, compared to 77% in...
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Asiaone
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June 11, 2025
Everybody loves credit card sign-up promotions, but not many of us realise the promotions don't end with a welcome gift. Banks actually shower us with tons of lifestyle deals and perks just for owning and using their credit cards or debit cards —...
Washington AG exploring potential challenge to new federal travel restrictions
The Spokesman-Review - Washington State
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Washington is “taking a careful look” at where it has standing to challenge President Donald Trump’s recent proclamation restricting travel from 12 countries, Attorney General Nick Brown said during a press conference Tuesday. “The president says...
‘No Kings’ demonstrators protest against Trump across the US: Organizers say millions came
Loop News
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PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Masses of demonstrators packed into streets, parks and plazas across the United States on Saturday to protest President Donald Trump, marching through downtowns and small towns, blaring anti-authoritarian chants mixed with...