Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for February 26, 2026. Today in U.S. news, President Trump’s consideration of an Iran strike sparked debate, with some lawmakers pushing for Congress to have a role, while others questioned the clarity of the administration’s justification. Meanwhile, prominent U.S. universities are preparing for significant endowment tax hikes […]

February 27

272:  Birthdate of
Constantine the Great, Roman Emperor from 306 to
337.  Constantine adopted Christianity as the state religion for
the Roman Empire which marked a turning point (negative) for the Jews of
Eur…

Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for February 20, 2026. In today’s top stories, a new report reveals that three in five U.S. undergraduates now struggle with basic needs like food and housing, prompting colleges to adopt new support models. The Supreme Court has struck down the Trump administration’s broad use of an […]

Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for February 19, 2026. In today’s top stories, U.S. Democratic governors are gaining national attention as potential 2028 presidential contenders, having found ways to challenge the Trump administration. Meanwhile, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg faced court questions regarding social media’s impact on teenagers. President Trump’s “Board of Peace” […]

Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for February 18, 2026. In today’s headlines, a heartwarming story comes from India where Bipin Dhane inspired a community on a flood-hit island to donate land, bamboo, and labor to build a much-needed school for their children. India is also looking to make a significant leap in […]