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Sidney Shenck, Layout/Video Editor ♦ April 1, 2026

Times of London-Politico

According to The New York Times, Russia is being sent into further isolation from the rest of the world through mobile internet being lost in different particular areas of the nation. Speculation alludes to this being a complete contrast to what the authorities of the country are receiving: more technology and advancements. In addition to this, foreign apps including Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and YouTube have been blocked from the Russian people. Plans to build an app for Russians-only seem to be surfacing as of late.

Current U.S. President Donald Trump proposed to change the name of Palm Beach International Airport to “President Donald J. Trump International Airport” in December of 2025, and the idea could soon really be taking off. (Read more)

The NFL Draft coming to Pittsburgh is prompting authorities to call in extra help and more canines to keep order at the event, according to TRIB Live.

And of course, the war continues on…

This news brief is non-opinionated, and it is a brief. Not everything will be mentioned. Please be respectful in the comments. Knoch High School and myself are not responsible for any backlash on these subjects. God Bless America.

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Sidney Shenck, Layout/Video Editor

Hi! I’m Sidney Shenck. I am the Layout/Video Editor for The Knight Times. I am also a woman of faith in Jesus Christ my Lord. You can find me in Women’s Ensemble, Chamber Singers, Knoch Girls Tennis, theater, and more! Recent roles I have played: Bystander 2/Pt 1, Meredith Sloane, Brenda Strong. I hope you enjoy my work, and I am hoping to share only the best with you! Email me at [email protected] if you want to be a part of Get to Know Knoch. I am retired from all social media, but make sure to subscribe to my YouTube and audiomack to hear my latest music drops!