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Kelly Paul discusses origins of patriotic children's books on MS NOW

Jul 22, 2026

MS NOW segment features an interview with Kelly Ashbee-Paul, wife of Sen. Rand Paul, promoting two new children's books released ahead of the nation's 250th anniversary. The books use rhymes and illustrations to introduce young readers to U.S. founding history. The first is a nursery-rhyme style book for babies featuring figures like Washington and Jefferson; the second is a picture book following a boy and his dog through Revolutionary events in a dream sequence. The author explains the books began from a family conversation about baby books and aim to inspire visits to historic sites. A contributor follows up on civics education.

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ABC News spotlights Mekai Curtis on final season of Raising Kanan

Jun 16, 2026

ABC News aired a brief interview with actor Mekai Curtis promoting the fifth and final season of Starz series Power Book III: Raising Kanan. Curtis discussed his character's evolution over five seasons, portraying a young Kanan Stark inspired by 50 Cent's life in 1990s Queens, working with the producer, and what he will miss from the production. The segment featured Curtis reflecting on empathy in acting, 50 Cent's mentorship role, cast camaraderie, and his future projects. It concluded with a note that the season is now streaming on Starz.

▶ Source: ABC News