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Nov 14 2025POLITICS

The Marathon Man: Trump's Unconventional Routine

President Donald Trump is known for his relentless schedule, which has left many wondering how he keeps up the pace. At 79, he's not exactly the picture of a typical retiree, that's for sure. Instead of enjoying his golden years, he's burning the candle at both ends, taking calls late at night and e

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Nov 14 2025POLITICS

Ecuador's Big Vote: Security or Sovereignty?

Ecuador is facing a tough choice. On Sunday, people will vote on two big issues: letting foreign military bases come back and changing the country's constitution. The main reason? Crime is up, and the government thinks foreign help could make things better. Ecuador used to be safe, but now it's a b

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Nov 14 2025POLITICS

Elite Connections: Who Kept in Touch with Jeffrey Epstein?

Newly released documents reveal that Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender, maintained connections with influential figures even after his 2008 conviction. These figures include politicians, academics, and celebrities, raising questions about how someone with his background could still interact

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Nov 14 2025POLITICS

Hakeem Jeffries: The Calm Leader in a Stormy Political Climate

Hakeem Jeffries, the House minority leader, is facing a tough situation. Just days after a big win for Democrats, he was grilled by reporters about Senate Democrats who joined Republicans to end a government shutdown. They asked if he was disappointed and if Chuck Schumer should stay as Senate Democ

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Nov 14 2025POLITICS

From Outcast to Ally: The Changing U. S. -Saudi Relationship

The U. S. relationship with Saudi Arabia has seen a major shift in recent years. Once criticized for its actions in Yemen and the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) is now a key partner. This change is clear in the growing business ties between the two

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Nov 14 2025POLITICS

A Clash of Ideas: Vance and Trump on Foreign Workers

In a recent interview, Vice President JD Vance shared his thoughts on hiring foreign workers, which seemed to differ from President Donald Trump's stance. Vance believes that the U. S. should focus on helping the blue-collar workers already living in the country, rather than bringing in more workers

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Nov 14 2025POLITICS

Russia's Bomb Boom: A Threat to Ukraine

Russia is making a lot of glide bombs. A high-ranking Ukrainian intelligence officer said they plan to make up to 120, 000 this year. This includes 500 new types that can go really far, up to 200 kilometers. That's a big deal because these bombs are cheap and can cause a lot of damage. These glide

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Nov 14 2025POLITICS

South Africa's G20 Presidency: A Symbolic Gesture Amid Tensions

South Africa is set to make a bold statement at the upcoming G20 summit. President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that the country will symbolically hand over the presidency to an "empty chair. " This gesture is a response to the absence of U. S. leadership at the event. The U. S. has decided not to send

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Nov 14 2025POLITICS

West Bank Mosque Reopens After Suspected Settler Attack

In a show of resilience, Palestinians in the West Bank village of Deir Istiya gathered for Friday prayers after cleaning up their mosque. The mosque had been vandalized, with broken glass, offensive graffiti, and burn marks left behind. Villagers believe Jewish settlers were responsible for the dama

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Nov 14 2025POLITICS

Chicago's Mayor Makes Budget Moves, But Will It Be Enough?

Chicago's Mayor Brandon Johnson is trying to make his $16. 6 billion budget work by making some changes. He's facing a lot of pushback, though, and it's not clear if these changes will be enough to get the support he needs from the City Council. One of the big changes is about a tax on businesses.

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