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Oct 24 2025POLITICS

Big Names Fund Trump's White House Makeover

The White House has shared a list of those who put money into President Donald Trump's new ballroom. This comes after people criticized the tearing down of the old East Wing to build the new space. The ballroom is set to be huge, covering 90, 000 square feet. It is expected to cost a whopping $300 m

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Oct 24 2025POLITICS

Ontario Premier Stands Firm Against Trump's Tariff Threats

Doug Ford, the leader of Ontario, didn't back down from a recent dispute with U. S. President Donald Trump. He shared a video of former U. S. President Ronald Reagan speaking out against tariffs. This came after Trump announced he was ending trade talks with Canada because of a TV ad that Trump clai

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Oct 24 2025POLITICS

Racial Profiling: Is ICE Overstepping Its Bounds?

In recent times, federal agents have been stopping and questioning people who look Latino, raising questions about whether they are acting legally. The Supreme Court ruled 50 years ago that agents can't target people based only on their race or ethnicity. But now, under President Trump, agents are d

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Oct 24 2025POLITICS

Trees Fall for Trump's Grand Ballroom Plan

The White House grounds are changing. Satellite images show that at least six trees have been removed. This includes two special magnolia trees. These trees were planted a long time ago. They were there to honor Presidents Warren G. Harding and Franklin D. Roosevelt. The trees were part of the Jacq

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Oct 24 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Zelenskyy Seeks More Support in UK Talks

Zelenskyy is in the UK to meet with key European allies, known as the "coalition of the willing. " This visit comes after EU leaders promised to keep supporting Ukraine's defense. The talks will focus on protecting Ukraine's power grid from Russian attacks and providing more long-range missiles. Br

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Oct 24 2025POLITICS

U. S. Strikes on Suspected Drug Boats Raise Questions

In recent weeks, the U. S. has intensified its attacks on boats suspected of drug trafficking. The latest strike, confirmed by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, took place at night in international waters. This particular attack targeted a vessel allegedly linked to the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua,

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Oct 24 2025POLITICS

A Night of Tension: Protests, Shots, and Unanswered Questions

In the heart of Alameda, a night of protest turned tense when shots were fired at a truck near the Coast Guard Station. The incident unfolded around 10 p. m. , as a vehicle, later identified as a U-Haul, reportedly drove erratically and attempted to reverse into the main gate. Coast Guard personnel,

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Oct 24 2025POLITICS

The Shutdown Showdown: Who's Feeling the Pinch?

The US government shutdown is causing ripples across the country, and not in a good way. The economy is taking a hit, with analysts estimating a daily loss of around $800 million in new deals for contractors. This shutdown is like a storm that won't pass, dragging down economic growth by about 0. 1

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Oct 24 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's High-Tech Drone Dance with Russia

Ukraine is in a high-stakes game of cat and mouse with Russia, using drones to strike deep into Russian territory. The focus is on hitting oil facilities, which are crucial for powering Russia's military machine. Since August, Ukraine has launched over 60 drone attacks on these targets, causing sign

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Oct 24 2025POLITICS

Kanu's Court Drama: What's Next for the Separatist Leader?

In a twist that has left many scratching their heads, a Nigerian court decided to push back the terrorism trial of Nnamdi Kanu until Monday. This happened because Kanu, the head of the banned Indigenous People of Biafra group, said he couldn't defend himself properly. Why? His old legal team left, a

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