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Nov 07 2024POLITICS

Who Made the Biggest Splash on Election Night TV?

Election Night on TV was a rollercoaster for many news anchors. Early plans for a neck-and-neck race were thrown out the window as soon as the first exit polls came in. Former President Donald Trump quickly emerged as the winner, while Vice President Kamala Harris' support in key states like Michiga

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Nov 07 2024POLITICS

How Russia's Ukraine Invasion United Finns on NATO

Before Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022, the topic of Finland joining NATO was a hot debate. People were divided into two camps: those who supported joining NATO and those who were against it. This debate was mainly happening on Finnish Twitter. Researchers looked at who was retweeting what on

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Nov 07 2024POLITICS

NATO Chief's Take on Trump's Victory: What It Means

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte took to social media early Wednesday to share his thoughts on former President Trump's election win. He congratulated Trump, emphasizing that his leadership in the White House is crucial for the alliance's strength. Rutte looks forward to collaborating with Trump ag

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Nov 07 2024POLITICS

Trump's Win Sparks Stock and Crypto Boom

Just days after Donald Trump's 2024 election win, markets are buzzing. Dow futures jumped by nearly 1, 400 points, around a 3. 2% boost, pushing the blue-chip market to record heights before trading started on Wednesday. The S&P 500 futures followed suit, up over 2%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq Compos

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Nov 07 2024POLITICS

Voting from Space: NASA Astronauts Make Their Voices Heard in 2024 Election

Did you know that some Americans are voting from space this year? That's right – NASA astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) are participating in the 2024 election. They use special procedures to cast their votes, just like any other American citizen. Four astronauts are currently

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Nov 07 2024POLITICS

Why Do People Join Conspiracy Groups on Reddit?

Have you ever wondered what draws people to online communities that spread conspiracy theories? A recent study took a close look at Reddit to find out. Researchers followed the online activities of over 60, 000 users, dividing them into those who would later join conspiracy communities and those who

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Nov 07 2024POLITICS

Voters Decide on Abortion Laws: Wins and Losses Across the U. S.

In a series of ballot measures across the U. S. , voters have spoken on abortion rights. Seven states decided to protect or expand these rights, while three others said no. Arizona and Missouri voters chose to safeguard abortion access until fetal viability, ultimately overriding existing laws. Howe

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Nov 07 2024POLITICS

Nebraska Voters Say Yes to Abortion Ban, No to Expansion

In a historic move, Nebraska voters have decided to keep the state's current abortion restrictions in place. They voted to enshrine a ban on abortions after 12 weeks in the state constitution. This ban, passed by the state legislature last year, allows exceptions for cases of rape, incest, or when t

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Nov 07 2024POLITICS

Trump's Plans for Middle East Peace: Promises and Puzzles

President Donald Trump has grand plans for the Middle East, promising peace in a region torn by war. He wants to end the brutal conflict in Gaza, quell tensions with Iran, and support Israel. But his history and promises raise questions. Trump has always backed Israel strongly and wants to wipe out

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Nov 07 2024POLITICS

Why Did Many Americans Choose Trump Again?

Millions of Americans are feeling down after Trump's re-election. They're confused and disappointed. How could someone who caused so much chaos and trouble win again? His lies, bigotry, and incompetence were rewarded, not punished. Racism and sexism might explain some votes, but what about the rest

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