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Trump's lifting of Syria sanctions is a win for Turkey, too – pointing to outsized role middle powers can play in regional affairs
(THE CONVERSATION) President Donald Trump announced while in Saudi Arabia on May 14, 2025, that the United States would lift sanctions on Syria. The turnaround was a huge victory for the government of Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa as he attempts to consolidate power nearly six months on from his movement's stunning toppling of th ... (full story)
What Pope Leo XIV's coat of arms and motto reveal about his dedication to the ideals of St. Augustine − an art historian explains
(THE CONVERSATION) Pope Leo XIV has announced his motto and coat of arms – a long-held tradition for those in the ranks of bishops, cardinals and popes. The choice of symbols and words reflects the person's experience.
Leo's shield is divided diagonally: The upper half shows a white lily on a blue background, and the lower ... (full story)
Retired 5th District Court judge joins Plakas Mannos
He was the longest-serving judge on the 5th District Court of Appeals in Ohio, now retired Judge W. Scott Gwin has returned to private practice, joining the full-service Canton/Akron-based law firm Plakas Mannos at the beginning of April.
“I’m excited about the opportunity to be part of such a high caliber firm wit ... (full story)
State
Newark problems and recent crashes put focus on air traffic controller shortage and aging equipment
The recent chronic delays and cancellations at New Jersey's largest airport have highlighted the shortage of air traffic controllers and the aging equipment they use, which President Donald Trump's administration wants to replace.
The Federal Aviation Administration is working on a short-term fix to the problems at the Newark ai ... (full story)
Legislation creates mechanism to facilitate housing projects
A Canal Winchester state lawmaker has offered a solution to what she has characterized as Ohio’s “looming housing crisis” through legislation that would link residential development to economic development in specially designated districts.
Republican Sen. Michele Reynolds recently shared details of Senate Bill ... (full story)
8th District appellate judge soars from trauma to triumph
Judge Michael John Ryan of the Eighth District Court of Appeals has been preparing all his professional life for the opportunity to sit on the Supreme Court of Ohio. Many who grew up like Judge Ryan might find themselves seated on the other side of the bench, yet his unrivaled work ethic allowed him to beat the odds.
Pinnacle Mo ... (full story)