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The generous journalists of Erbil
SUMMARY: Rose Gilbert’s early days in Erbil involved settling logistics like securing an Iraqi phone number and exchanging currency, noting Kurdistan’s dual exchange rates favoring cash transactions. She explored the local media scene, meeting Wladimir Van Wilgenburg, head of news at the Kurdistan Chronicle, at his restaurant Le Daff—a hub for journalists. There, she connected with local reporters including fixer Suha Kamel, who helps foreign journalists navigate the complex region. Gilbert highlights the critical role and risks of fixers, who facilitate reporting in challenging areas. With global focus shifting away, many journalists have left, but those like Wladimir, Paul, and Suha remain committed long-term.
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Buddy Check 10: Celebrating 8 years of Hiking for Healing
SUMMARY: Buddy Check 10, a reminder to perform breast self-exams, celebrates eight years of Hiking for Healing, a nonprofit that supports breast cancer survivors through nature. Founded by Dolphin Riggs, a breast cancer survivor, the organization offers outdoor activities to help others through their journey. Since its start in 2017, it has brought together survivors, fostering lasting friendships and support. Despite pandemic challenges, Dolphin’s nonprofit has continued to thrive. She’s now launching a podcast, *On the Trail with Dolphin Riggs*, to share stories of healing. Hiking for Healing remains committed to its mission of empowerment and fellowship.

This year, a nonprofit dedicated to showing breast cancer fighters and survivors the healing power of nature is turning 8 years old!
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Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agency continues traffic stops, arrests in Nashville
by J. Holly McCall, Tennessee Lookout
May 10, 2025
Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have been conducting what officials term “dragnets” in Nashville since May 4, when 84 people were detained in a South Nashville sweep, a spokesperson for ICE confirmed.
Photojournalist John Partipilo on May 10 photographed a traffic stop in Nashville’s Madison community as ICE agents and Tennessee Highway Patrol officers pulled over drivers. In this photo series, Partipilo documents the detention and arrest of one man, who just pulled out of a gas station — seen in the background — after filling his tank up.
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Note: The following A.I. based commentary is not part of the original article, reproduced above, but is offered in the hopes that it will promote greater media literacy and critical thinking, by making any potential bias more visible to the reader –Staff Editor.
Political Bias Rating: Center-Left
The content presents a detailed visual report focused on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in Nashville, highlighting the enforcement activities and the human impact of detention practices. The tone is factual but the emphasis on the “dragnet” approach and the use of imagery showing the intense nature of arrests suggests a critical perspective on aggressive immigration enforcement. This aligns more closely with center-left viewpoints that often emphasize immigration reform and scrutinize harsh enforcement tactics, without overtly politicizing or sensationalizing the issue.
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Shaking reported in Middle TN during 4.1 magnitude earthquake in Blount County
SUMMARY: A 4.1 magnitude earthquake struck Blount County, Tennessee, near the North Carolina border early Saturday morning, confirmed by the US Geological Survey. The quake occurred about 15.5 miles underground and was felt across several Middle Tennessee counties, including White County (126 miles away), Putnam, DeKalb, and Warren counties, even reaching as far as Atlanta, Georgia. No damage has been reported so far. Residents are encouraged to report any earthquake-related damage to local emergency management agencies and contribute their experiences on the USGS website. WKRN News 2 will provide ongoing updates as more information becomes available.
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