May 4, 2026

The New Citizens Press

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Rina Risper

Dads play key role in child development

Rina Risper05 mins

 EAST LANSING, MI  — Fathers play a surprisingly large role in their children’s development, from language and cognitive growth in toddlerhood to social skills in fifth grade, according to new findings from Michigan State University scholars.

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Interpersonal Edge: Make your annoying coworker a free career coach

Rina Risper06 mins

 By Dr. Daneen Skube

Tribune Content Agency
 
  Q. I really, really dislike one of my coworkers. She is bossy, arrogant and demanding. She seems to have no shame about promoting herself and getting what she wants. Every day I dread dealing with her. Are there any techniques to handle the people at work that you hate the most?
 

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Jill on Money: Time for mid-year maintenance on your finances

Rina Risper07 mins

 

By Jill Schlesinger

Tribune Content Agency

  Global uncertainty, volatile markets and elections are out of your control, but there many things you can do to control your financial destiny. 

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SCAM ALERT: Some Degree Programs are not FULLY Accredited

Rina Risper09 mins

  By George White

New America Media
 
Federal law enforcement agencies and their state-based watchdog partners are stepping up efforts to protect the integrity of academic degrees by shutting down education programs that are not fully accredited. They’re also cracking down on alleged degree-for-fee scams that help some enrollees commit fraud or that saddle unsuspecting students with worthless diplomas. 

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Movie: The Purge: Election Year

Rina Risper06 mins

  Studio:  Universal Pictures (105 min.)

Plot:  A group of unlikely allies band together to protect a senator on Purge night.

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The Keyzer Chronicles!: Why Black Lives Matter

Rina Risper06 mins

 By Aleshia Keyzer

 
I’m surprised my tongue is still attached after how hard I have been biting it this past week. When events occur that rock the nation, such as the events that have taken place this past week, I plead with myself to stay off of social media. 

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