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Dec 04 2025POLITICS

Trump's New Car Rules: What's the Real Deal?

President Trump recently made big changes to car fuel rules. He said this will make cars cheaper and give people more choices. The new rules mean cars won't need to be as fuel-efficient as before. Instead of aiming for around 50 miles per gallon, the goal is now about 34. 5 miles per gallon. Trump

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Dec 04 2025POLITICS

Afghans in the U. S. Face Uncertainty Amid Immigration Crackdown

Afghans living in the United States are feeling anxious and stressed. This is because of a recent event that led to stricter immigration rules. A man from Afghanistan was accused of shooting two National Guard members near the White House. After this, the Trump administration started to tighten immi

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Dec 04 2025CRIME

Libya's First War Crimes Suspect Faces Justice

A man from Libya, Khaled Mohamed Ali Al Hishri, is in trouble. He's accused of terrible things happening in a prison. People were hurt, tortured, and even sexually abused. Now, he's asking to be let out of jail while he waits for his trial. This is a big deal. It's the first time someone from Libya

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Dec 04 2025OPINION

Helping Kids Learn, AI Helping People Hear, and Other News

Linda McMahon, the education secretary, is making big changes. She wants to give more power to states and parents. Some people, like Sen. Elizabeth Warren, don't like this. They think the federal government should have more control. But others argue that the current system isn't working well. Test s

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Dec 04 2025TECHNOLOGY

Britain's Big Move: Police to Use More Face Scanners

In the UK, police forces are set to use face-scanning tech more widely to catch lawbreakers. This tech is already in action in London, leading to over a thousand arrests in just two years. It's helped nab rapists, abusers, and violent criminals, plus over a hundred sex offenders who broke their rule

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Dec 04 2025ENVIRONMENT

Grass vs Plastic: A Big Decision for Ogren Park

The city council is in a tough spot. They need to decide if Ogren Park should keep its natural grass or switch to artificial turf. This isn't just about looks. It's about money, upkeep, and how it affects the environment. Natural grass has its perks. It feels nice underfoot and looks pretty. But it

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Dec 04 2025WEATHER

Staying Safe in the Deep Freeze: Des Moines' Plan to Beat the Cold

Des Moines is getting ready for a serious cold snap. The Extreme Temperature Plan was turned on early Sunday, November 30. The weather is expected to be so cold that it might break records from the 1800s. Iowa could be the coldest state in the country early on December 4. The National Weather Servi

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Dec 04 2025SCIENCE

How Our Brains Handle Faces: A Look at Contrast and Memory

Our brains are amazing at recognizing faces, even when they change over time. This ability involves both basic visual processing and higher-level thinking. But how exactly does our brain handle details like facial contrast? Recent research has dug into this question, focusing on how our brains adapt

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Dec 04 2025WEATHER

Portage City Council Talks Snow and Cars

A recent snowstorm left its mark on Portage, causing more than just slippery roads. The city got 9 inches of snow, which meant a lot of work for the snowplows. They had to drive 2, 800 miles to clear the streets. One big problem was cars parked on the streets. The city has a rule: when 2 or more in

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Dec 04 2025POLITICS

A Candidate's Bold Plan for MacArthur Park

Raul Claros, a candidate for the Los Angeles City Council, has a unique plan. If he wins, he will live and work from a trailer near MacArthur Park. This is not just a random idea. It is a way to highlight the serious problems in the area. The park and its surroundings are facing many issues. These

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