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- 1Commentary points to missed opportunities at UN General Assembly▼Missed opportunities at UN General Assembly | GUEST COMMENTARY
A guest commentary in the Baltimore Sun argues that the latest UN General Assembly session was marked by missed opportunities, suggesting world leaders failed to use the annual gathering to make progress on pressing global issues. The piece adds to ongoing debate about the assembly's relevance and whether the forum still delivers meaningful diplomatic outcomes.
- 2Maryland local governments seek more taxing power amid housing costs▼SUN: Why local governments seek more taxing power as Maryland homes become too costly
The Baltimore Sun reports that local governments in Maryland are pushing for greater taxing authority as home prices climb beyond the reach of many residents. Rising property values have strained household budgets while reshaping how counties fund services, prompting debate over whether expanding local tax powers would ease affordability pressures or deepen the burden on homeowners already struggling with costs.