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Nov 08 2025POLITICS

Youngest Ever: Cambridge Elects a New Voice

In a surprising turn of events, Cambridge has elected its youngest councilor ever. At just 24 years old, Al-Zubi has made history, breaking records set by her predecessor, Burhan Azeem. She is now the youngest person to hold this office, beating Azeem by a narrow margin of eight months. Al-Zubi's j

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Nov 07 2025CRIME

Unraveling the Mind of a True Crime Writer

Curiosity is a powerful thing. It can drive people to explore the darkest corners of human behavior. This is exactly what has fueled the career of a well-known journalist. For years, he has been diving deep into the minds of criminals, trying to understand what makes them tick. But he also wonders a

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Nov 06 2025POLITICS

New York's New Mayor: A Socialist Shift and Its Challenges

Zohran Mamdani's victory in the New York mayoral race is a big deal, showing how the city's politics are moving further left. He ran on a platform that included big changes like freezing rents, offering free childcare, and running city-owned grocery stores. These ideas are part of a larger push to m

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Nov 05 2025POLITICS

The Long Road to Justice for the Black Atlantic

The transatlantic slave trade was a dark chapter in history. From 1450 to 1888, European nations forcibly transported 12-15 million Africans across the Atlantic. This brutal system fueled Europe's industrial growth and colonial expansion. Yet, when slavery ended, the focus was on compensating slave

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Nov 05 2025BUSINESS

Economic Shifts: Why the Future Feels Uncertain

Capitalism has always been a shape-shifter, and right now, it's changing again. This isn't the first time, and it won't be the last. The old rules are crumbling, and new ones are still forming. It's like standing on a beach, watching the waves crash and change the shoreline. You can't predict exactl

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Nov 05 2025POLITICS

Celebrities Rally Behind Political Causes on Election Day

Election Day in the United States saw a wave of celebrities taking to social media to endorse their preferred candidates and causes. Many stars focused on the New York City mayoral race, with several backing socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani. Comedian Ilana Glazer, actor Mark Ruffalo, and activist

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Nov 04 2025POLITICS

CBS's Big Edit: What Made the Cut and What Didn't

CBS recently shared the full 73-minute interview between Scott Pelley and former President Donald Trump, which was a stark contrast to the 28-minute version that aired on "60 Minutes. " This move gave viewers a peek into the editing process, showing how journalists decide what's newsworthy. The dec

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Nov 03 2025OPINION

Why America's Health Care System is Broken

America's health care system is in trouble. It's not because it's failing, but because it's working exactly how it was designed. It's a system built on fear and profit, not health and well-being. The government is shut down, and health care costs are skyrocketing. People can't afford their premiums,

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Nov 02 2025OPINION

Knoxville Police: A Journey of Change and Challenges

The Knoxville Police Department (KPD) has had its share of ups and downs in recent years. It all started with reports of misconduct and a toxic culture within the force. Things got worse when a police officer shot and killed a high school student, leading to protests and demands for accountability.

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Nov 02 2025LIFESTYLE

From Job Loss to Tiny Home Triumph: A Couple's Journey to Freedom

A couple from Virginia found a silver lining after a job loss. They decided to downsize and build a tiny home. This wasn't just a new house; it was a fresh start. The idea of tiny living wasn't new to them. They had always liked simple living. Even in a two-story rental, they didn't have much stuff

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