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• The Population Bombs Explode

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  
  Back in 1968, former Stanford University Professor Paul R. Ehrlich wrote a controversial book titled “The Population Bomb.” Due to rapid worldwide population growth, many people were encouraged to bear fewer children and have smaller families to prevent catastrophic overcrowding and shortages of everything from food to living space. Since the book’s publication, fertility rates worldwide have actu...
  
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• What to look for when choosing an AI accounting tool and how to implement it

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  
  What to look for when choosing an AI accounting tool and how to implement it AI is reshaping how finance teams operate: automating manual tasks, improving forecasting accuracy, and giving accountants more time for strategic finance. In 2026, the question isn’t whether to adopt AI tools, but which ones will deliver the most value. Ramp’s guide covers what to look for in AI accounting software, top...
  
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• What is March Madness? Economic impact and 2026 outlook

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  
  What is March Madness? Economic impact and 2026 outlook Every spring, March Madness transforms college basketball into a national economic and cultural phenomenon. What begins as a sporting tournament quickly spills into workplaces, media schedules, travel plans, and consumer spending habits across the United States. From packed arenas and prime-time broadcasts to office bracket pools and lost...
  
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• We Are Not the Same

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  
  As I sit here having just completed my 65th trip around the sun, I get the opportunity to relax and reflect a lot. Because of age discrimination, once turning 65, me and hundreds of other guys around the country are forced to retire from the airlines and give up our flying careers to serve in the same capacity. Yes, many could go on to other flying gigs but most do not bother. Rehiring,...
  
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• U.S. Senator Katie Britt Questions DHS Secretary Kristi Noem Amid DHS Funding Shutdown

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  
  March 5, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Subcommittee, attended a Senate Judiciary hearing with DHS Secretary Kristi Noem. As the lead Senate negotiator throughout the Democrat-led DHS funding lapse, Senator Britt discussed the importance of this funding, specifically to clean up the mess left...
  
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• U.S. Senator Ka1e Bri4 Joins The Takeout with Major Garre4 on CBS News

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Ka,e Bri/ (R-Ala.) joined The Takeout with Major Garre0 on CBS News. She discussed Trump’s State of the Union address and ongoing Department of Homeland Security (DHS) appropria,ons nego,a,ons. On President Trump’s State of the Union and his revitaliza1on of hope for the country: “I think that this was the best State of the Union ... that we have seen in modern hist...
  
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• U.S. Senate candidate Morgan Murphy Discusses National Security, Foreign Policy, and Fiscal Reform in Interview with Brandon and Christopher

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  
  U.S. Senate candidate Morgan Murphy joined Brandon Moseley and Christopher Peeks on their BCS program for a wide‑ranging conversation that touched on national security, foreign policy, economic strategy, and the direction he believes Alabama and the country must take. The discussion offered one of Murphy's most detailed public explanations of how his national‑security background shapes his po...
  
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• U.S. Military Says Iran Now Has "Zero" Ships in the Gulf of Oman After Major Strikes

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  
  March 3, 2026 - TAMPA, Fla. (Central Command Headquarters) - U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) announced that Iran's naval presence in the Gulf of Oman has been completely eliminated, declaring that the Iranian regime went from 11 ships to none in just 48 hours. The statement, posted on X, marks one of the most sweeping U.S. military actions against Iran's maritime forces in decades....
  
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• U.S. Expands Military Footprint as War With Iran Deepens; Ground Force Reinforcements Begin Amid Rising Regional Threats

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  
  March 2, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - As the U.S.–Israel war with Iran enters a volatile new phase, the Pentagon is accelerating the largest American military buildup in the Middle East in decades. Senior defense officials now acknowledge that additional U.S. troops, aircraft, and naval assets are flowing into the region daily, reflecting Washington's expectation that the conflict will intensify...
  
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• U.S. Coast Guard Selects Former Birmingham‑Southern College Campus for New Training Center

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  
  The former Birmingham‑Southern College campus will soon take on a new national mission. Federal leaders announced that the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) has officially selected the shuttered campus as the site of its next major training center-an investment that Alabama's congressional delegation says will strengthen homeland security while giving new life to one of Birmingham's most historic...
  
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• UAH Business of Space Conference highlights NASA - Blue Origin partnership; restored Apollo Test Stand celebrates 500th hot-fire test

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  
  HUNTSVILLE, Ala.- MARCH. 6, 2026 – In an era defined by ambitions to return to the Moon and push onward to Mars, a groundbreaking partnership between NASA and Blue Origin is demonstrating how collaboration between government and industry can strengthen America's space capabilities and accelerate the growth of the commercial space economy. At the center of these efforts is the restoration and...
  
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• Turning Point Action Endorses Barry Moore in Alabama U.S. Senate Race

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  
  March 8, 2026 - ENTERPRISE, Ala. - Turning Point Action, the national conservative grassroots organization founded by the late Charlie Kirk, has endorsed Barry Moore in his campaign for the U.S. Senate. Moore welcomed the endorsement, noting the organization's influence among young conservative voters. "Turning Point did incredible work for President Trump in 2024, and I'm honored...
  
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• Tuberville Supports Immediate Deportation of Anyone in the U.S. Supporting Radical Islam

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  
  March 5, 2026 - WASHINGTON – This week, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) took to the Senate floor in support of President Trump's actions to destroy Iran's nuclear capabilities and eliminate the terrorist Ayatollah. In his speech, Sen. Tuberville also called for anyone who practices Sharia Law to be deported immediately. Read excerpts from Sen. Tuberville's remarks below or watc...
  
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• Tuberville Honors Harold Stanford of Barfield as March "Veteran of the Month"

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  
  March 5, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) released a video honoring U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Harold Stanford as the March "Veteran of the Month." Excerpts of Sen. Tuberville's remarks can be found below, and complete remarks can be found here. "Alabama is proud to be home to so many great veterans who have represented us well on the worl...
  
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• Traveling to Mexico this spring? Here's what to know about current advisories

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  
  Traveling to Mexico this spring? Here’s what to know about current advisories For some travelers counting down to spring break, recent headlines about violence in parts of Mexico have sparked a new question: Should I cancel my trip? Travel advisors say they are seeing a surge in calls and emails from clients trying to determine whether developments in one region affect major resort areas elsewhere...
  
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• The U.S. launches major military operations against Iran

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  
  March 5, 2026 – IRAN - "And you shall hear of wars and rumours of wars. See that ye be not troubled. For these things must come to pass, but the end is not yet." (Matthew 24:6 Douay–Rheims) The United States and Israel launched massive air and naval strikes on the brutal Iranian regime, which has attacked Americans, Israel, and international shipping for 47 years. Iran has retaliated by...
  
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• The tax breaks caregivers miss: How families leave thousands on the table every filing season

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  
  The tax breaks caregivers miss: How families leave thousands on the table every filing season Over 63 million Americans provide unpaid care for a child, aging parent, spouse, or disabled family member, and more than a third report financial hardship as a result. Yet, every year, millions of family caregivers leave significant tax savings on the table simply because they don’t know what they qualif...
  
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• The surprising places where a $100K salary won't get you a home

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  
  The surprising places where a $100K salary won’t get you a home When someone earning $100,000 a year isn’t able to buy a home in the U.S. today, where does that leave the rest of us? In 2026, having a six-figure salary doesn’t necessarily mean homeownership is within reach — it all depends on the region’s market. Home prices have climbed dramatically in many cities across the country throughout th...
  
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• The schools where even young children change classes

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  
  The schools where even young children change classes About two dozen second graders sat on the carpet at the front of Jacquelyn Anthony’s classroom, reviewing how to make tens. “Two needs eight!” the students yelled out together. “Six needs four!” “The numbers may get a little trickier,” Anthony told them next. “But remember, the numbers we need to make 10 are still there.” The students then turne...
  
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• The hidden math of Portugal Golden Visa fund fees: Why "1.5%" rarely means 1.5%

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  
  The hidden math of Portugal Golden Visa fund fees: Why ‘1.5%’ rarely means 1.5% If you're shopping for Portugal Golden Visa-eligible investment funds, you'll hear plenty about minimums, strategy, and timelines. You'll hear far less about the thing that silently compounds in the background: fees. Most investors can quote a management fee. Fewer can answer basic questions like: - Is t...
  
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• "The Count of Monte Cristo" Now Streaming On PBS

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  
  The first episode of "The Count of Monte Cristo" mini-series premiering on PBS on March 22nd, opens with The Count of Monte Cristo walking into a dusty old cathedral that is seemingly abandoned but for the lone priest in the confession box. The Count then walks into the confession box and states that, "I was robbed of 15 years of my life. The only woman I ever loved was taken from...
  
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• Target Expands Baby Shopping Options for Alabama Families

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  
  ALABAMA (March 2026) - Parents in Alabama will soon find more choices and a more streamlined shopping experience for baby essentials as Target unveils a redesigned baby department in select stores. The update is part of a nationwide initiative aimed at simplifying what many families say is one of the most overwhelming parts of preparing for a new child. The retailer is introducing nearly 2,000...
  
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• Taking Back the American Dream

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  Americans across the country are preparing for tax season as W-2s make their way to everyone’s mailboxes. People often compare filling out their tax forms to learning a new language because of how stressful and confusing it can be. However, this year, I’m proud to say that Alabamians will be bringing home more money than ever thanks to the Working Families Tax Cuts — formerly known as the One Big...
  
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• Starter home hotspots: These metros are best for first-time buyers

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  
  Starter home hotspots: These metros are best for first-time buyers The American “starter home” is slipping out of reach, except in the South and Midwest, where the dream remains mostly intact. These modest boxes on hillsides once supported young families waiting for the next baby to launch them into bigger and better things. They represented not only adulthood and stability, but the promise of a l...
  
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• Stage is shifting rapidly' for high schools: Are states helping them keep up?

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  
  ‘Stage is shifting rapidly’ for high schools: Are states helping them keep up? The rise of artificial intelligence and other technology has traditional high schools scrambling to keep up, with states doing an uneven job of encouraging schools to embed critical thinking skills and offer students access to internships and college courses, according to a new report reviewed by The 74. Today’s world,...
  
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• Singleton Sponsors Bill to Improve Ambulance Services for Patients

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  
  Alabama Senate Minority Leader Bobby Singleton has sponsored a piece of legislation that will revolutionize how ambulance services are paid. Currently, if an ambulance is called and after treatment the person refuses to go to the emergency room, the ambulance service is not paid even if they rendered care on site. Also, if insurance does not cover the cost of the ride, patients received...
  
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• Senate passes rural ambulance bill

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  
  March 3, 2026 – MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Senate passed a bill designed to protect rural ambulance services and make sure that rural Alabamians can continue to receive medical service. Senate Bill 269 (SB269) is sponsored by Senate Minority Leader Bobby Singleton (D-Greensboro) who represents a very rural district. "This bill is about a matter of life and death," said Sen. Singleton...
  
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• Secretary of State Wes Allen Praises Alabama Legislature's Final Passage of HB 214

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  
  March 6, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala.– Wes Allen, Alabama's Secretary of State, praises the Alabama Legislature for passing HB 214 – a ban on foreign national influence in Alabama elections. The bill bans foreign nationals and foreign corporations from directly or indirectly donating to political candidates or political action committees for any election for candidates, constitutional amendments,...
  
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• SCotUS: Trump Tariff Ruling

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  
  Amy Howe's Supreme Court strikes down tariffs, SCOTUSblog (Feb. 20, 2026, 11:00 AM), https://www.scotusblog.com/2026/02/supreme-court-strikes-down-tariffs/ was among the first to report on the SCotUS ruling on Trump tariffs, widely viewed as unconstitutional by those with a fundamental understanding US tariff history. In their ruling on presidential power, the Supreme Court struck down...
  
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• Pete Buttigieg to Join Mayor Randall Woodfin for Birmingham Town Hall on Monday

  05-03-2026 20:56 via alabamagazette.com
  
  BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Former U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg will join Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin on Monday for a community town hall at the historic Carver Theatre. The event, scheduled for 11:00 a.m. on March 9, will serve as a public listening session where residents can ask questions and engage directly with city leadership. Admission is free, though reservations are...
  
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