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Jan 19 2025POLITICS

Ex-President Yoon's Arrest Sparks Chaos in Seoul

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was officially arrested this Sunday. His arrest could mean a long stay in jail, facing charges related to his controversial martial law declaration last month. The news stirred up trouble at the Seoul Western District Court. Yoon's supporters broke in, cau

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Jan 19 2025POLITICS

Trump’s Big Day: What to Expect from His First Hours as President

Donald Trump is set to hit the ground running on his first day in office. He has a stack of executive actions ready to sign, aiming to enact significant policy changes right away. This includes plans to crack down on immigration, boost energy production, and impose new tariffs. While some promises m

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Jan 19 2025POLITICS

Young Protesters March to Defend Democracy in DC

When Donald Trump was set to take office, thousands of young people filled the streets of Washington, D. C. , to make their voices heard. JoJo Milton, 26, traveled from Tennessee to join the People’s March. He worried about the future of the planet, LGBTQ+ rights, and women's rights. For him, protec

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Jan 19 2025POLITICS

Trump's Second Act: What He Wants to Do

Donald Trump is back with a new plan for his second term. He's got a mix of old ideas and new ones, focusing on everything from immigration to taxes to climate change. Let's break it down. Immigration is a big deal for Trump. He wants to build a wall, use the National Guard, and even empower local

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Jan 19 2025POLITICS

TikTok Goes Dark: Will Trump's Deal Bring It Back?

TikTok's lights have gone off in the US, leaving millions of users in the dark. But it might not be the end just yet. President Trump has promised to bring it back, but is it that simple? Let's dive into the messy world of TikTok's ban and Trump's plan to revive it. TikTok's shutdown came late last

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Jan 19 2025POLITICS

Fireworks and Family: Trump's Inauguration Weekend Kickoff

President-elect Donald Trump and his family got things started with a bang at the Trump National Golf Club in Sterling, Virginia. They enjoyed a dazzling fireworks display during a big party on Saturday night. The show began just before 10 p. m. , and everyone was thrilled. Trump didn't miss the ch

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Jan 19 2025POLITICS

Weather Woes: Trump's Inauguration Day in D. C. and NY

Hey there! Ever wondered what kind of weather would greet a new President on their big day? Well, let's talk about Donald Trump's 2025 Inauguration Day. Brace yourselves, folks, because the weather forecast is far from cozy. An intense cold front is sweeping across the U. S. , making the up

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Jan 19 2025POLITICS

What's Up with Trump's Science Team?

Imagine you're in a classroom, and the teacher is saying one thing, but the kids sitting at the front are giving you totally different ideas. That's kind of like what's happening with Trump's science advisors. When Trump started his second term, he picked a few experts to help him with science stuf

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Jan 19 2025POLITICS

The Future of Health Policy Under Trump: A Shift in Priorities

Electing Donald Trump as President has sparked discussions about potential changes to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). One of the most talked-about nominations is Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for Health Secretary. Kennedy is known for his vaccine skepticism and has proposed reducing the H

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Jan 19 2025POLITICS

Undocumented Immigrants: From Targets to Political Actors

Let's look at the experience of undocumented immigrants in the United States, especially around the time when immigration reform was being talked about in Congress in 2010. A lot happened between 2001 and then, starting with the changes after the 9/11 attacks. The government tightened immigration po

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