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China Sanctions 10 U.S. Defense Firms in Escalating Trade Dispute
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China Sanctions 10 U.S. Defense Firms in Escalating Trade Dispute

China announced export restrictions on 10 American military-related companies Monday, retaliating against recent U.S. sanctions that barred Chinese tech giants from defense contracts. The move affects firms across multiple states, including drone manufacturers and rare earth mining operations.

6/22/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Park Service Spends $74 Million Moving Lake Powell Dock
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Park Service Spends $74 Million Moving Lake Powell Dock

The National Park Service is investing $74 million to relocate a dock at Lake Powell that no longer reaches the reservoir's receding water level. The project underscores the ongoing challenges posed by drought conditions affecting the popular recreation area.

6/21/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Passaic County Youth Find Solace Through Soccer Academy
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Passaic County Youth Find Solace Through Soccer Academy

The Palestino Soccer Academy in Woodland Park provides young athletes with an emotional outlet and connection to their heritage. Founded three years ago, the club now serves approximately 60 children from diverse backgrounds in Northern New Jersey.

6/20/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Code Switch Explores Government Compensation Disparities
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Code Switch Explores Government Compensation Disparities

NPR's Code Switch podcast examines the stark contrast between stalled efforts to study slavery reparations and the Trump administration's proposed anti-weaponization fund, which could draw from existing reparations mechanisms. The investigation highlights questions about who receives compensation when harmed by government actions.

6/19/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Pulisic's Injury Status Looms Over Crucial Australia Match
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Pulisic's Injury Status Looms Over Crucial Australia Match

The United States men's national team faces a pivotal World Cup group stage match against Australia on Friday afternoon, but the availability of star player Christian Pulisic remains uncertain due to a left calf injury sustained in the tournament opener.

6/19/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
How News of Emancipation Spread Through the South
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How News of Emancipation Spread Through the South

While history books emphasize the Emancipation Proclamation of January 1, 1863, the reality of how enslaved people learned of their freedom was far more complex. From informal networks to Union troops carrying copies of the order, the path to liberation involved months of rumors, strategic communication, and determined action by those seeking freedom.

6/19/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Law Students Challenge Federal Courts' Workplace Protections
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Law Students Challenge Federal Courts' Workplace Protections

A group of law students at Emory University in Atlanta has petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to address a significant gap in civil rights protections for federal court employees. The case challenges whether tens of thousands of judicial workers receive adequate due process when facing workplace harassment or discrimination.

6/19/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Obama Presidential Center Opens in Chicago
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Obama Presidential Center Opens in Chicago

The Obama Presidential Center held its dedication ceremony in Chicago on Friday, with former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama delivering remarks centered on hope, democracy, and American ideals. The star-studded event marked the official opening of the long-awaited facility.

6/19/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Camp Mystic Lacked Emergency Plan During Fatal Texas Flood
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Camp Mystic Lacked Emergency Plan During Fatal Texas Flood

Nearly one year after catastrophic flooding struck the Texas Hill Country, a new state report reveals that Camp Mystic had no emergency plan in place when disaster struck. State lawmakers have now adopted recommendations aimed at improving natural disaster prediction and response.

6/19/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Trump Signs Preliminary Agreement to End Iran War
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Trump Signs Preliminary Agreement to End Iran War

President Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed a memorandum of understanding Wednesday in Pakistan, establishing a framework to end military operations and begin negotiations toward a comprehensive peace deal within 60 days.

6/18/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
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