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May 11 2026POLITICS

Armenia under fire for hosting Zelenskiy amid Russia’s growing tensions

Russia has sharply criticized Armenia for allowing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy to speak in Yerevan last week. During his visit, Zelenskiy warned that Russian leaders might face drone threats over Red Square during Moscow’s Victory Day parade on May 9—a claim Moscow dismissed as reckless.

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May 11 2026POLITICS

Grants frozen again: How federal cuts hit Indigenous research at UC Berkeley

Last month, federal officials hit pause on at least 18 research grants at UC Berkeley, despite a judge just months ago telling them to stop canceling grants. One of those frozen was a $1. 4-million project at the Lawrence Hall of Science that trains Ohlone youth to build mixed-reality exhibits about

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May 11 2026POLITICS

A Tech-Savvy Professor Takes on California’s 75th District Race

Gerald Boursiquot isn’t your typical politician. At 58, the New York native turned Fallbrook resident is running for California’s 75th Assembly District, covering areas like Poway and Santee. His background as a computer science professor and Lyft driver gives him a unique perspective on the challen

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May 11 2026POLITICS

Who Actually Runs the Supreme Court?

This week, two Supreme Court justices stood up and said the same thing: the court has no ties to politics. Justice Amy Coney Barrett spoke at a public event Monday, while Chief Justice John Roberts did the same Wednesday. Both claimed the court stays neutral and makes decisions based purely on law.

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May 11 2026POLITICS

What’s really driving crypto policy debates ahead of 2026

A possible deadline loomed over Consensus Miami this week: July 4 could mark the arrival of the Clarity Act, if lawmakers move fast enough. A White House adviser laid out a tight schedule—Senate meetings, House votes, and presidential approval—all within weeks. But timing isn’t the only issue; Senat

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May 11 2026POLITICS

How money gaps and crime rates shape police shootings in America

Researchers tracked fatal police shootings from 2015 to 2022 across more than 3, 000 U. S. counties. They found that out of every 10, 000 people, Black residents were 15 times more likely to be shot and killed by police than White residents. Hispanic residents faced about 2. 5 times higher risk than

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May 10 2026POLITICS

Rich NYC Workers Seek Miami, Not Taxes

A top New York finance executive is exploring office and home options in Miami, according to a trusted source who preferred anonymity. He controls a large workforce that includes high‑earning managers and everyday staff, all of whom contribute to the city’s economy through salaries, taxes, dining, e

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May 10 2026POLITICS

Election Debate Buzz: 2026 Iowa Primary

The latest episode of a popular podcast dives into the 2026 Iowa primary debates, spotlighting candidates and their key issues. Listeners hear lively discussions about how each contender plans to tackle local concerns, from the economy to education. The host guides the conversation with sharp

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May 10 2026POLITICS

Money, Law and the Big Players: How a Court Ruling Shaped Modern Politics

The story begins in the 1970s, after a scandal that shook the nation. New rules were made to stop rich people from buying elections. They set limits on how much could be spent and required donors to be named. Even the biggest campaign groups were capped at $1, 000 a year. One billionaire industriali

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May 10 2026POLITICS

The Ukraine War Looks Like It Might End Soon

Putin said that the fighting in Ukraine could soon finish. He spoke after a small Victory Day parade in Moscow, a day that remembers the Soviet win over Nazi Germany. The war began when Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, sparking a crisis that felt like the Cold War’s worst moments. Russia has not c

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