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Apr 17 2025POLITICS

Trump's Team Faces Court Showdown

The Trump administration is in a tight spot. A federal judge has given them a week to fix a problem or face serious trouble. The issue? They went ahead and deported over 200 people to El Salvador, even after the judge said not to. This isn't just a small mistake; it's a big deal that could lead to a

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Apr 17 2025POLITICS

Haiti's Unpaid Bill: The Price of Freedom

Haiti is demanding that France pay up for a massive debt that has been dragging the country down for centuries. This isn't just about money. It's about acknowledging the harm caused by slavery and colonization. The debt started back in 1825, when Haiti agreed to pay France 150 million francs. This w

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Apr 17 2025POLITICS

The President's Frustration with the Fed Chief

The Fed Chair Jerome Powell is facing intense pressure from the president. The president's frustration stems from Powell's reluctance to lower interest rates. The president believes that the Fed should have reduced rates earlier, especially when compared to the European Central Bank's recent move. T

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Apr 17 2025POLITICS

Harvard's International Student Data in the Spotlight

The government is putting pressure on Harvard University. The administration wants the school to share detailed information about its international students. This is not just about Harvard. It is part of a bigger fight between the government and universities. The government wants to know about stud

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Apr 17 2025POLITICS

Caught on Camera: The Truth Behind a Gruesome Execution

In the heart of a brutal conflict, two videos emerged, each telling a different story. One shows Ukrainian prisoners of war being executed by Russian soldiers. The other, recorded by a Russian drone, depicts the same scene but with a twist: the prisoners appear to be alive. This discrepancy raises s

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Apr 17 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Allies Step Up Support Amidst Rising Tensions

The world watched as Prince Harry visited Ukraine, shining a spotlight on the country's struggle while U. S. envoy Steve Witkoff prepared to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin. This visit came just as Ukraine's NATO allies promised an extra $23 billion in aid, pushing Europe's total support to a

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Apr 17 2025POLITICS

A Dancer's Journey Home: The Unlikely Prisoner Exchange

A Russian-American woman, Ksenia Karelina, is back on U. S. soil after spending over a year in a Russian prison. Her crime? A small donation to a charity that supported Ukraine's military. Karelina, a former ballerina from Los Angeles, was arrested in February 2024 and sentenced to 12 years in a pen

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Apr 17 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's U. S. Ambassador Steps Down Amidst Tense Diplomacy

The U. S. ambassador to Ukraine, Bridget Brink, has chosen to leave her post sooner than expected. This news comes from three different sources and was confirmed by the State Department. Brink has been in her role for three years, which is quite a long time to serve in a war zone. The spokesperson f

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Apr 17 2025POLITICS

Newtown's Budget: Where the Money's Going

Newtown's Board of Finance had a busy night. They met to talk about money. They approved some changes to the budget. They also accepted some grants for the police department. The meeting happened on April 14 at the Newtown Municipal Center. The board's chair, Steve Goodridge, led the meeting. Not al

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Apr 16 2025POLITICS

California's Bold Move: Challenging Trump's Tariffs

California is gearing up to challenge Trump’s tariffs in a significant legal battle. The state’s governor and attorney general are teaming up to file a lawsuit that could limit the president’s power to impose tariffs. This move comes after Trump recently slapped steep tariffs on major trading partne

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