April 4, 2026

The New Citizens Press

News For, By and About People

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CIA officer Speaks on Personal Branding

Rina Risper05 mins

 

 

 
 
 
By Rick Garcia
 
A unique partnership between the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and the Arab American Women Business Council (AAWBC) was evident as approximately 75 women and a few men gathered for a dinner presentation at the Detroit Yacht Club on Belle Isle early June.
 

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TAX SOLUTIONS: Negotiate IRS Taxes

Rina Risper05 mins

 By  A.J. Gross, C.P.A., E.A.

 
Can I really negotiate with the IRS?  Does getting pennies on a dollar happen?  There is no way the government would reduce my tax bill.  It is the government.  The government does whatever they want.
 

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Excuse me are you listening? 13-12

Rina Risper06 mins

 

Dear Readers,

 
Even though summer has just started, it has brought us much rain in Michigan.  I am pleased about it though because the water bill for keeping the plants looking great outside the office will not cost a fortune.  

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Movie Review: “Maleficent”

Rina Risper05 mins

  Studio: Disney (1hr. 37 min.)

Plot: A vindictive fairy is driven to curse an infant princess only to realize the child may be the only one who can restore peace.
Cast:  Angelina Jolie, Sharlto Copley, Ellie Fanning, Sam Riley, Imelda Staunton
Rating:  PG
Bottom Line:     **
 

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Kiplinger on Travel: Why senior travel discounts aren’t always the best deal

Rina Risper06 mins

 

By Cameron Huddleston
Kiplinger
 
Most seniors know that they can take advantage of travel discounts geared specifically toward them for savings on hotels, attractions, rental cars, guided tours and more. But are the special rates for older travelers really that special?

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Jill on Money: How to talk to your parents about money

Rina Risper08 mins

 

By Jill Schlesinger

Tribune Media Services
 
   ”How can I talk to my parents about money? Every time I try to bring up the topic, my mother gets paranoid and the conversation deteriorates quickly.” It is hard to balance being a responsible adult child, while not seeming like you are prying. Even if your loved ones appear to be financially self-sufficient, neurologists say that cognitive ability starts sliding as early as 60.
 

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Interpersonal Edge: Intuition is key to uncommon success

Rina Risper07 mins

 

By Dr. Daneen Skube

Tribune Media Services
 
 Q. I often hear that timing is critical to workplace success. I do try to analyze the best moment to take action at work but find myself paralyzed by all the possibilities and a lack of complete data. How do I figure out timing as I navigate my complex workplace?

 

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State Fire Marshal Urges Safety with Fireworks Buy from State-Certified Retailers

Rina Risper09 mins

  With the upcoming Fourth of July holiday, State Fire Marshal Richard Miller today urges consumers to use extreme caution when using any type of fireworks especially the more powerful consumer-grade devices such as firecrackers, bottle rockets, sky lanterns, and Roman candles; and to buy only from state-certified retailers.

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