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Mar 12 2025POLITICS

Burning Files: USAID's Document Destruction

USAID staff were given a peculiar task. They were asked to shred and burn classified documents. This wasn't a usual request. It was part of a larger plan to clear out classified safes and personnel documents from a Washington DC office. The task was to be completed in an all-day disposal event. This

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Mar 12 2025POLITICS

Law Firm Fights Back Against Presidential Attack

A prominent law firm is standing up to a presidential executive order that targets them. The firm, Perkins Coie, claims that the order is unconstitutional and an attack on their right to represent clients and causes that the administration opposes. The order, signed by President Trump, accuses the f

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Mar 11 2025FINANCE

Trump's Tariff Threats Shake Up Global Markets

On Tuesday, the stock market took a hit. Investors were left scratching their heads over President Trump's latest tariff threats. This time, Canada was in the crosshairs. The S&P 500 index dipped almost 1 percent, adding to Monday's losses, which was the worst day of the year so far. The tech-focuse

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Mar 11 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Jason Isaacs' Bold Moment in The White Lotus

Jason Isaacs is no stranger to pushing boundaries. The actor recently addressed a full-frontal scene in The White Lotus, sparking a debate among fans. He joked about his lack of memory of the scenes, suggesting that digital effects were used. This scene was not the first time nudity was used in the

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Mar 11 2025CRYPTO

Bitcoin's Big Data: Unraveling Digital Currency Transactions

Bitcoin, launched in 2008, changed how we think about money by allowing people to store and transfer value without a central authority. This shift has led to a massive amount of data being generated, which can be used to understand how Bitcoin works. The data includes 252 million nodes and

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Mar 11 2025CRYPTO

Uncle Sam's Bitcoin Bonanza: A New Twist in Crypto

The U. S. government just made a big move in the world of cryptocurrency. President Trump signed an executive order to create a strategic reserve of Bitcoin. This reserve will be filled with Bitcoin that the government already owns, not new purchases. This news caused a bit of a stir in the crypto c

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Mar 11 2025POLITICS

Security Clearances: A Political Chess Game

The recent move by National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard to strip security clearances from top Biden officials and others involved in legal actions against Donald Trump has stirred up a political storm. Gabbard's decision targets key figures like Antony Blinken, Jake Sullivan, and Lisa Monac

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Mar 10 2025POLITICS

Big Changes at USAID: What Happened to Foreign Aid?

The U. S. Agency for International Development (USAID) just went through a major shake-up. In a quick six weeks, the Trump administration cut 83% of its programs. This means 5, 200 out of 6, 200 programs are now gone. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced this big change on social media. He thank

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Mar 10 2025EDUCATION

Campus Mental Health: Students Help Improve the Measuring Stick

Students today face a lot of pressure. From academics to social life, the stress can be overwhelming. This is why mental health services on campus are so important. But how do we know if these services are really helping students? That's where the Youth Service Satisfaction Scale (YSSS) comes in

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Mar 09 2025CRYPTO

Bitcoin and Beyond: The U. S. Government's Crypto Plan

The U. S. government has made a bold move to shake up the crypto world. They are setting up a digital stockpile of cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Solana, and Cardano. This plan aims to maximize the value of these digital assets, which the U. S. government already owns.

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