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May 17 2025POLITICS

Deadly Drone Strike Halts Peace Talks in Ukraine

In the northeastern Sumy region of Ukraine, a Russian drone strike targeted a bus full of civilians. The bus was evacuating people from a dangerous front-line area. This attack killed nine people and injured seven others. Among the injured, three were in critical condition. The strike occurred in Bi

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May 17 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Civilian Casualties Rise Amidst Diplomatic Efforts

In a shocking turn of events, a Russian drone strike hit a shuttle bus in Ukraine's Sumy region, resulting in the deaths of at least nine civilians. This incident occurred on a Saturday, just hours after a significant diplomatic meeting took place in Istanbul. Ukrainian and Russian officials had gat

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May 17 2025POLITICS

Future Face-Off? Putin and Zelensky Might Meet Soon

A possible meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is on the table. This news comes straight from the Kremlin. The Kremlin's spokesperson, Dmitry Peskov, dropped a hint that such a meeting could happen. However, he did not spell out what conditio

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May 17 2025POLITICS

A Pioneer's Journey: Jeanne Givens' Impactful Life

Jeanne Givens was a name that echoed respect and admiration. She was a member of the Coeur d'Alene Tribe. She was the first Native American woman to run for a seat in the U. S. Congress. She was also the first Native American woman elected to the Idaho House of Representatives. She passed away o

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May 17 2025POLITICS

Gaza: The Humanitarian Crisis and the World's Response

The situation in Gaza is dire, with a significant number of people facing severe hunger. This crisis has been ongoing for months, with international aid groups repeatedly warning about the dire conditions. The United Nations and other humanitarian organizations have been sounding the alarm about the

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May 17 2025POLITICS

Trade Talks: New Rules for Global Trade

The United States is set to shake up global trade with new tariff rules. This is a big move that will affect many countries. The plan is to send out letters to around 150 countries. These letters will outline what they need to pay to trade with the US. This is a shift from the usual one-on-one trade

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May 17 2025POLITICS

Weather Warnings and More: A Quick Look at Today's News

A severe weather outbreak hit the Midwest, with tornadoes touching down in Wisconsin and Minnesota. The storms left a trail of destruction, including injuries and power outages affecting hundreds of thousands. The National Weather Service issued warnings about potential hazards, including damaging

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May 16 2025POLITICS

Peace Talks: A Long Shot for Russia and Ukraine

The first face-to-face peace talks between Russia and Ukraine in three years wrapped up quickly. They lasted less than two hours. The talks happened in Istanbul, Turkey. This was the first direct conversation since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022. The Ukrainian side had high hopes. They wanted

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May 16 2025POLITICS

Trump and Springsteen's Public Spat

In a recent exchange, former President Donald Trump and legendary musician Bruce Springsteen traded barbs over political views. The tension began when Springsteen, during a European tour, criticized Trump's administration. He urged fans in Manchester, England, to stand up for democracy and against a

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May 16 2025POLITICS

Massive Layoffs at Voice of America Under Trump's Watch

The Trump administration has let go of nearly 600 contractors at Voice of America (VOA). This move has raised eyebrows, as it seems to go against a recent court order aimed at maintaining strong news operations at VOA. The US president has been vocal about his dislike for the news network, even accu

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