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Dec 20 2025POLITICS

Maine's Tax System: Time for a Change?

Maine is facing a big problem. Taxes are going up. Counties are asking for more money. But people are saying no to school budgets. This is not just a few small issues. It is a big problem with how Maine pays for things. Counties like Penobscot, Knox, York, and Washington are seeing big cost increas

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Dec 20 2025POLITICS

Divorce Drama Unfolds: Angela Paxton's Claims Against Ken Paxton

The recent unsealing of divorce documents has brought to light the messy breakup between Angela and Ken Paxton. Angela, a state senator, is pointing fingers at Ken, accusing him of causing their marriage to fall apart. She's asking for more than just a fair share of their assets. She wants control o

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Dec 20 2025POLITICS

Unions Fight Back Against Government Data Access

Unions are pushing back against the government's attempt to dismiss their lawsuit. They say the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is still active, so the case should go forward. The Trump administration claims the lawsuit is no longer relevant, but the unions disagree. This legal battle is

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Dec 20 2025POLITICS

The Unseen Ripples of DOGE's Departure: A Closer Look at Microgrant Woes

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) might have left Washington, but its impact is still felt across the country. The agency's goal was to make the government more efficient and accountable. However, its actions had real consequences, especially in the area of public safety. One of the bi

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Dec 20 2025POLITICS

Lawmaker Challenges FAA on Funding Cuts for Airport Solar Project

Rep. Andre Carson recently questioned the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) about cuts to aviation grants, specifically targeting the termination of funds for a solar farm upgrade at Indianapolis International Airport. He argued that these cuts, made under the Department of Government Efficiency

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Dec 20 2025POLITICS

U. S. and Taiwan Strengthen Defense Ties Amid Rising Tensions

The United States has recently announced a significant arms deal with Taiwan, valued at $11. 1 billion. This package includes advanced weaponry like High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) and M109 self-propelled howitzers, along with anti-tank missiles and loitering munitions. This deal ma

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Dec 20 2025POLITICS

How Trump's Venezuela Move Could Backfire on Taiwan

Trump's recent move to block Venezuelan oil tankers is a big deal. It's a strong step against Venezuela's President Maduro. But it might not be the smartest move for the U. S. in the long run. The U. S. has been worried about China for a while. China might try to block Taiwan by sea. If that happen

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Dec 20 2025POLITICS

How Spanish TV News Viewers See War

War images on TV can be tough to watch. They show us the worst parts of conflict. A recent study looked at how people in Spain react to these images on the news. The study used eye-tracking tech to see where people looked and for how long. Participants were shown still images from Spanish TV news.

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Dec 20 2025POLITICS

Putin's Press Conference: A Mix of Big Talk and Small Talk

Putin's yearly press conference is a strange mix of big global talks and small local questions. This year, it happened right after Europe gave Ukraine a huge $105 billion loan. This money helps Ukraine keep fighting, but it also made Putin mad. He talked about Russia's wins in the war, but he also s

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Dec 20 2025POLITICS

Putin Backs Trump's Legal Move Against BBC

In a surprising show of support, Russian President Vladimir Putin endorsed U. S. President Donald Trump's decision to take legal action against the BBC. This came up during Putin's yearly press conference, where he shared his thoughts on the matter. Trump is seeking at least $10 billion in damages

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