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Nov 16 2025BUSINESS

Switzerland's Trade Deal: A Smart Move or a Risky Bet?

Switzerland has struck a new trade deal with the United States, but not everyone is happy about it. The deal aims to lower import tariffs for Swiss products in the U. S. from a whopping 39% to a more reasonable 15%. In return, Swiss companies are expected to invest a massive $200 billion in the U. S

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Nov 16 2025TECHNOLOGY

Disney and YouTube TV Make Up, Football Fans Rejoice

Big news for TV lovers! Disney and YouTube TV have finally made up after a long fight. This means that all the Disney channels, like ESPN and ABC, are back on YouTube TV. Fans who missed their favorite shows and sports can now relax. The fight started because the old deal between Disney and YouTube

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Nov 15 2025BUSINESS

Fighting for Fair Pay: Museum Workers Prepare to Strike

Workers at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry are gearing up for a strike. This comes after more than two years of negotiations for their first contract. The union, AFSCME, represents over 120 employees in guest experience, operations, and education. They are pushing for better wages and ben

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Nov 14 2025BUSINESS

South Korea's Plan to Boost EV Sales and Support Auto Industry

South Korea is taking steps to strengthen its auto industry. The government has announced plans to increase subsidies for electric vehicles (EVs) by 20% in 2026. This move aims to boost local demand and support the industry amid concerns over U. S. tariffs. The government has allocated 936 billion

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Nov 14 2025BUSINESS

Trade Talks Bring Cheaper Goods to U. S. Shoppers

The U. S. has decided to cut tariffs on certain products from Argentina, Ecuador, Guatemala, and El Salvador. This move is part of broader trade agreements aimed at making goods like coffee and bananas more affordable for American consumers. Officials hope these changes will lead to lower prices at

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Nov 13 2025POLITICS

South Africa's Cabinet Shuffle: New Faces in Key Roles

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa has made some changes to his cabinet. He has appointed new ministers for the environment and trade departments. These new faces come from the Democratic Alliance (DA), which is a key partner in Ramaphosa's coalition government. The new environment minister i

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Nov 13 2025HEALTH

Navigating Morality in Medicine: The Challenge of Shared Values

In the world of healthcare, tough decisions often come with a side of moral dilemmas. One burning question is whether religious or personal beliefs should influence these choices. Some argue for a universal set of principles, but is such a thing even possible in medicine? Abram Brummett, an expert

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Nov 11 2025POLITICS

Government Reopening: What's Next?

The U. S. government shutdown, the longest in history, might finally be coming to an end. The Senate is set to vote on a deal to reopen the government on Monday night. This deal was agreed upon by both parties over the weekend. If the Senate approves it, the House will then vote on the plan later th

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Nov 11 2025BUSINESS

A Big Change for Vancouver's Hastings Casino

The Tsleil-Waututh Nation is making a big move. They are buying the casino part of Hastings Racecourse & Casino from Great Canadian Entertainment. This deal was signed on November 7, 2025. It follows an earlier agreement made on June 6, 2025. Hastings Casino is a well-known spot in Vancouver. It ha

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Nov 10 2025POLITICS

A Long-Awaited Return: The Story of Hadar Goldin

After over a decade, Hamas has finally handed over the remains of an Israeli soldier, Hadar Goldin. This young man, just 23 years old, lost his life during the 2014 conflict in Gaza. His family has been waiting a long time to give him a proper Jewish burial. Hadar's parents, Simha and his wife, spo

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