August 12

30 BCE: Cleopatra committed suicide.  According to Josephus, the Egyptian tried to
convince her lover and co-ruler, Marc Antony, to give her control over lands to
the east including Syria and Palestine. 
Herod was so afraid of her …

Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for August 10, 2026. We start with a look at today’s headlines. In the U.S., there’s a significant shift in how Americans engage with civic life, posing challenges for communities nationwide. On a related note, cities like Tulsa are creatively reinventing themselves, joining a trend of offering […]

Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for August 9, 2026. In today’s top stories, U.S. news focuses on education, politics, and technology. Studies suggest classroom pets, if properly cared for, can help students develop social skills and emotional intelligence. Meanwhile, scrutiny surrounding Rep. Max Miller and allegations of misconduct highlight a concerning trend […]

Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for August 8, 2026. In today’s U.S. news, President Trump is once again targeting constitutionally-guaranteed birthright citizenship with new executive orders, potentially sending the issue back to the courts. The role of artificial intelligence in education is also a significant talking point, with Khan Academy founder Sal […]