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Nov 09 2024POLITICS

Iran's Plot to Assassinate Trump Revealed

Listen up! It turns out Iran wanted to get rid of President Trump. This isn't some movie plot, it's real life. The Justice Department just revealed that an Iranian guy named Farhad Shakeri was hired to plan Trump's assassination. Shakeri said an Iranian official told him money wasn't an issue and th

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Nov 09 2024POLITICS

Judge Overturns Illinois' Ban on Semi-Auto Weapons, Governor Vows Appeal

A federal judge has struck down Illinois' ban on semiautomatic weapons, citing recent Supreme Court rulings that strongly support the Second Amendment. Judge Stephen P. McGlynn, appointed by former President Trump, ruled that the ban cannot be enforced. This comes after Democratic Governor J. B. Pri

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Nov 09 2024POLITICS

A Late-Night Chat: Saudi Prince Calls Trump

In the wee hours of Wednesday, Saudi Arabia's future king, Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman, picked up the phone to dial Donald Trump. This wasn't a typical late-night call; it was to express admiration for Trump's return to politics. The relationship between the United States and Saudi Arabia has b

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Nov 09 2024POLITICS

Why Political Talk Thrives in Unexpected Places on Reddit

Plenty of political chatter happens in places you wouldn't expect on Reddit. Researchers found that roughly half of all political discussions take place in subreddits that are only political 25% of the time or less. This means lots of political talk is happening in spots where people usually discuss

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Nov 09 2024POLITICS

A Local Professor's Take on Trump's Surprising Win

In the aftermath of Election Day 2024, Matthew Record, an assistant professor at Molloy University, shared some intriguing insights about President-elect Trump's victory over Vice President Harris. Record, who teaches American Politics and Public Policy, noted something quite unexpected: young peopl

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Nov 09 2024POLITICS

Politics Live on Twitch: Who, What, and How?

Twitch, known mostly for gaming and entertainment, has become an unexpected hub for political communication. But who are the people bringing politics to this platform? And what kind of content are they sharing? To find out, researchers used special tools to identify 574 political streamers. They the

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Nov 09 2024POLITICS

North Korean Troops Face Fire in Ukraine's War Effort

In a striking turn of events, Ukraine has reportedly attacked North Korean troops stationed in Russia's Kursk region. The troops were disguised in Russian uniforms and hit during an artillery strike, marking a new phase in the ongoing conflict. Daily skirmishes have since occurred around the town of

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Nov 09 2024POLITICS

Celebrities and Politics: How Fans React to Endorsements

Celebrities often wield significant influence in American politics, thanks to their fame and popularity. Their endorsements can boost a politician's campaign and garner extensive media attention. However, there's a catch: the political preferences of celebrities' followers might not align with the c

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Nov 08 2024POLITICS

The Fed's Powell Faces New Challenges with Trump's Win

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell has been skillfully avoiding questions about President-elect Donald Trump. However, as Trump's ambitious economic agenda takes shape, Powell might not be able to dodge the topic forever. Trump's plans include significant tax cuts, increased government spending,

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Nov 08 2024POLITICS

Australia Plans to Kick Kids Off Social Media

Australian leaders have a big plan. They want to stop kids under 16 from using popular social media sites like X, TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook. This isn't just one state, but the whole country! Prime Minister Anthony Albanese calls it a world-first. He thinks these sites are hurting young Austral

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