Phoenix poured thousands into 24/7 water cooling stations meant to save unhoused residents during brutal heatwaves — but many are spitting out warm or even hot water, turning a lifesaving resource into a joke. One marathon runner found only one station actually cold enough to drink; another resident called it “piss warm,” stressing how vital cold water is when temps hit 110. The city blames extreme heat for damaging the units and says they’re working with the supplier to fix them — plus adding shade to keep them cooler. When you invest that much in public aid, people expect it to work — especially when lives are on the line.

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In a wild twist of fate, a Gila Bend, Arizona, town council seat was won not by votes but by a card game—when Jesus Rubalcava drew the three of spades to edge out Athena Guerrero’s three of clubs in a high-stakes tiebreaker. It’s not the first time luck has ruled: Rubalcava also won via coin toss in 2014. Now, with a fresh deck, shuffling machine, and official oversight, the community witnessed civics meet chaos—and both candidates, despite the randomness, showed respect and resolve to serve.

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Social Security faces a looming 22% benefit cut by 2032 unless Congress acts—sparking a bipartisan push for long-term solutions. Senators Durbin and Cassidy are leading the charge with a new advisory board process to ensure 50 years of solvency, while other lawmakers propose raising revenue by eliminating or adjusting the payroll tax cap. Ideas range from full elimination to targeted thresholds, with critics warning some proposals are risky. With time running out in the Senate, urgency is mounting as millions depend on these benefits.

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