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Dec 14 2024POLITICS

Why Some Worry About Kash Patel at the FBI's Helm

Former FBI staff are raising concerns about Donald Trump's pick for the next FBI director, Kash Patel. They fear he could have immense power, as typical checks on the FBI director’s authority might disappear. Patel, who has called for shutting down the FBI headquarters, is likely to have the support

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Dec 14 2024POLITICS

Ukraine Faces Massive Attack: Russia Targets Energy with Missiles and Drones

On Friday, Russia launched a significant aerial assault on Ukraine, firing 93 cruise and ballistic missiles along with almost 200 drones. This attack was one of the most intense strikes on Ukraine's energy sector since the start of the full-scale invasion. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy rep

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Dec 14 2024POLITICS

South Korea's President Faces Impeachment Vote Amid Martial Law Controversy

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is in hot water. His ruling party turned against him, leading to an impeachment vote in parliament. This isn't the first time a South Korean leader has faced this. Eight years ago, another president was impeached for corruption. Yoon's trouble started when he de

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Dec 14 2024POLITICS

Cook and Trump: A Tech-Politics Dinner Date

Apple CEO Tim Cook is set to break bread with President Donald Trump at the luxurious Mar-a-Lago resort. This is the first time they'll meet since Trump's re-election. The two have had a pretty cozy relationship, unlike Trump's chilly dealings with other tech bigwigs like Meta's Mark Zuckerberg and

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Dec 14 2024POLITICS

US and China Team Up on Science, but with New Rules

The United States and China have decided to play nice in the science and tech sandbox for another five years. They've refreshed a 40-year-old agreement, but this time with some new rules. The pact, which was almost left in the past, now has more focus on basic research and keeps a closer eye on safe

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Dec 14 2024POLITICS

Elon Musk: A Fresh Voice in Trump's Populism

Elon Musk, a dynamic businessman, has become a key adviser to President Trump, despite it being a side project for him. Unlike most of us, who have hobbies, Musk is influencing the future of the U. S. government. This isn't trivial; it's significant. His involvement brings a unique perspective to Tr

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Dec 14 2024POLITICS

Night Owl Trump: Late-Night Decisions and Announcements

Ever wondered what time of day a president-elect makes the biggest decisions? For Donald J. Trump, it's often after dark. In the quiet hours of the night, while many are asleep, Trump has been busy hosting dinners, making personnel announcements, and even poking fun at world leaders on social media.

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Dec 14 2024POLITICS

US and China Pledge Science Cooperation with Caveats

In a surprising move, the United States and China have come together to sign a new science pact. However, this agreement isn't as open as one might think. Both countries have imposed strict limitations on what can be shared and achieved through this collaboration. This isn't your typical handshake d

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Dec 14 2024POLITICS

Big News and Local Happenings: A Week in Review

This week, the world watched as a major political shift occurred in Syria. Rebels took control, forcing the country’s long-time leader, Bashar Assad, to seek refuge in Russia. With the end of President Joe Biden's term approaching, the future of the region remains unclear. In the United States, the

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Dec 14 2024POLITICS

Striking a Balance: The FBI's Freedom and Oversight

The FBI's independence is a hot topic. Some people think it should be totally free from politics, but that wasn't always the plan. The FBI director's 10-year term was set to stop another long-term leader like J. Edgar Hoover, who stayed in charge for nearly four decades. His independence turned into

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