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May 06 2026POLITICS

Trump shows off his moves at fitness event

A group of high school athletes got a surprise performance this week when former President Donald Trump showed off his signature fist-pumping dance on the White House lawn. The event was part of May’s National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, a yearly push since 1983 to get kids more active. The s

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May 06 2026POLITICS

Ohio’s Senate race heats up before November showdown

Ohio voters have just picked their candidates for one of this year’s biggest political battles, setting up a high-stakes Senate showdown in November. Democrats will back Sherrod Brown, a familiar name in Ohio politics who will now try to take on Republican Jon Husted for a Senate seat. Meanwhile, th

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May 06 2026POLITICS

Supreme Court Justices Clash Over Race and Rights: A Deep Dive into the Court's Recent Decisions

The Supreme Court often acts like a family with constant arguments over big issues. Justices disagree on race, religion, abortion, guns, and the environment. Recently, fights over presidential power and LGBTQ+ rights have heated up. They try to stay professional but admit they don't always get along

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May 06 2026POLITICS

Political leaders and rising threats in America

A state governor recently pointed fingers at a former president for encouraging aggressive behavior in politics. The governor argued that words from top leaders can shape how people act, especially when those leaders seem to tolerate violence as a way to resolve disagreements. He called for cooler h

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May 06 2026POLITICS

Iran’s New Playbook in the Gulf: Old Tricks with New Tech

Back in the 1980s, Iran made life difficult for ships moving through the Strait of Hormuz by using mines, missiles, and speedboats. Now, it’s doing it again—but with drones. This time, the stakes feel higher because cheap, easy-to-use drones let Iran reach farther and strike faster than before. The

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May 06 2026POLITICS

How Norway's AI Strategy connects to a bigger global shift

Norway is stepping into a global partnership focused on artificial intelligence. The country announced it will join a US-led group called Pax Silica, which aims to make AI supply chains more stable and reliable. This move is part of a larger effort to reduce reliance on China for critical materials.

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May 06 2026POLITICS

How America’s Changing Population Makes Racial Gerrymandering Harder

The U. S. Supreme Court recently ruled against strict racial gerrymandering rules, sparking anger from critics who call it a threat to minority voting power. But the real reason these rules are fading isn’t politics—it’s because America’s population itself is changing. More people now identify as mu

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May 06 2026POLITICS

Why Hungary’s Warning Should Matter to American Voters

This November, Americans face a choice that could shape the next generation. Over the past few years, some leaders have pushed policies that weaken voting rights, attack free speech, and reward corruption. These moves mirror what happened in Hungary, where an elected leader slowly chipped away at de

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May 06 2026POLITICS

Billionaire vs Mayor: When a Tax Proposal Turns into a Property Showdown

New York’s latest tax debate just got personal. The city’s plan to charge extra fees on luxury homes owned by part-time residents has landed on the doorstep of Ken Griffin, a hedge fund billionaire and one of the world’s richest people. Instead of a typical policy announcement, Mayor Mamdani chose t

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May 06 2026POLITICS

Two Leaders, One Big Topic: What’s Really Behind the Upcoming U. S. -China Meeting

Next week’s meeting between the U. S. and Chinese presidents is putting Taiwan in the spotlight again. While officials haven’t confirmed the agenda, history suggests the island will come up—especially since tensions over it haven’t cooled. The U. S. Secretary of State mentioned that both countries r

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