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Apr 29 2025POLITICS

A Pause in Conflict: Victory Day Truce

Russia's leader, Vladimir Putin, has called for a brief halt in fighting. This pause is set to begin on May 8 and will last until May 10. The reason? It's all about the 80th anniversary of Victory Day. This day marks the end of World War II in Europe, when the Soviet Union defeated Nazi Germany. The

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Apr 29 2025POLITICS

Russia and Ukraine at odds over ceasefire plans

Russia's president, Vladimir Putin, has suggested a brief pause in fighting. This is to honor the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union's victory in World War II. The ceasefire would last three days, starting on May 8th. This is a significant holiday in both Russia and Ukraine, known as Victory Day.

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Apr 29 2025POLITICS

Russia's Break for Victory Day

The Russian leader, Vladimir Putin, made a surprising move. He called for a three-day pause in the fighting in Ukraine. This break is set to begin on May 8th and last until May 10th. The decision came right after the U. S. President expressed his disappointment with Russia's ongoing conflict in Ukra

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Apr 29 2025POLITICS

Yemen's Hidden War: Migrants Caught in Crossfire

The ongoing conflict in Yemen took a grim turn when Houthi rebels accused the US of striking a prison. This prison held African migrants, primarily from Ethiopia. The alleged airstrike reportedly killed 68 people and injured 47 others. The US military has yet to confirm or deny these claims. This in

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Apr 29 2025POLITICS

The Public's Worrying View on the Economy

A recent survey reveals that 59% of people think the current economic policies have made things worse. This is a significant increase from the 51% who felt this way just a few months ago. The general mood about the economy is pretty gloomy. Most people are not thrilled about the new trade policies c

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Apr 29 2025POLITICS

Federal Showdown: Sanctuary Cities and the Ongoing Legal Battle

The White House is taking a strong stand against sanctuary cities. The President is expected to sign an executive order. This order will target places that limit their help with immigration rules. The order will make the Departments of Justice and Homeland Security find these places. They will l

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Apr 29 2025POLITICS

Trump's Shift in Auto Tariffs: A New Strategy

The current administration has decided to soften the blow of auto tariffs. This change is set to happen on a Tuesday. The focus is on easing duties on foreign parts used in cars made in the U. S. Additionally, there will be a move to prevent tariffs on imported cars from piling up with other taxes.

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Apr 29 2025POLITICS

Canada's 2025 Election: The Big Race

The 2025 Canadian federal election is under way. The first polling stations have shut their doors. The country is waiting to see who will win the race for prime minister. This will be a close call. To win, a party needs to secure 172 seats in the House of Commons. There are 343 seats up for gra

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Apr 29 2025POLITICS

Power Shifts: How Top Voting Rights Officials Were Sidelined

The Department of Justice saw a major shakeup in its voting rights unit. All senior managers in the voting section were removed. This move was part of a larger effort to reshape the civil rights division. The changes started soon after a Trump ally took the helm of the division. The new leader sent

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Apr 29 2025POLITICS

The Pentagon's Leak Hunt: A Leadership Divided

The Pentagon is in a bit of a mess. A former top official has some harsh words for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Colin Carroll, who used to be the chief of staff to the deputy defense secretary, thinks Hegseth is way too focused on finding leaks. He said that half of Hegseth's day is spent on t

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