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May 09 2025TECHNOLOGY

Whoop's Big Change: Users Feel Tricked

Whoop has a fresh fitness tracker, the Whoop 5. 0, but not everyone is happy. The company had promised free upgrades for long-term members. Now, they're saying that's not the case. Members who want to upgrade from the Whoop 4. 0 to the new 5. 0 will have to pay. This is a big shift from Whoop's usual way of doing things. Most fitness trackers make you buy the hardwar...

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May 09 2025POLITICS

A Shocking Dismissal: The Librarian of Congress Faces Uncertainty

In a surprising move, the Librarian of Congress, Carla Hayden, was abruptly dismissed. This action was part of a broader trend of removing officials who did not align with the president's agenda. Hayden, who had been in her role since 2016, was the first woman and the first African American to hold this position. She was confirmed by the Senate and was set...

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May 03 2025POLITICS

Law Firms Navigate Legal Storms and Client Trust

A judge in Washington, D. C. recently made a big call. She ruled that a move by Donald Trump was unconstitutional. This move was aimed at a law firm called Perkins Coie. The judge said the firm and its clients have rights that were violated. These rights include free speech and due process. The judge's decision sent a clear message to other law firms. It warned them ...

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Apr 26 2025POLITICS

Musk's Quick Fix: A New Era of Government Cuts

The federal government underwent a major shakeup in its first 100 days under a new administration. A group of young tech experts, led by a billionaire entrepreneur, stormed into various government agencies. Their mission? To slash spending, cancel contracts, and even shut down entire departments. This aggressive approach has led to the dismissal of ove...

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Apr 05 2025POLITICS

Weekly Wrap-Up: Politics, Sports, and More

The first week of April was packed with events. Let's dive right in. The stock market had a rough week. President Trump announced new tariffs. This included a 10% tax on imports from all countries. China did not take this lightly. They retaliated by imposing a 34% tariff on all U. S. products. This back-and-forth shows how trade wars can quickly escalate. The legal...

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Apr 05 2025POLITICS

Global Protests Target Tesla: What You Need to Know

On March 29, a significant global event is planned. Groups are organizing to protest outside Tesla locations. These protests are not about causing harm. Instead, they aim to send a message. The message is clear: they want people to stop supporting Tesla. This is because they believe Tesla's success is linked to harmful government policies. The protests have spar...

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Apr 03 2025POLITICS

Tariffs Spark Political Storm: Republicans Break Ranks

The political landscape in the US is shifting, with Republicans starting to push back against President Trump's trade policies. This comes as stock markets worldwide, including Wall Street, have taken a hit. The move has also drawn criticism from international allies. Four Republican senators recently voted with Democrats to reverse the 25% tariffs on Canadi...

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Apr 03 2025BUSINESS

Tesla's Global Sales Slowdown: A Closer Look

Tesla, the electric vehicle giant, is facing a significant challenge in Norway, a country where electric cars dominate the market. This country is a hotspot for electric vehicles, with over 90 percent of new car sales being electric. However, Tesla's sales in Norway have dropped by more than 12 percent this year. This trend is not unique to Norway. In the first quart...

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Apr 03 2025BUSINESS

Tesla's Slump: Is the Electric Car Giant Losing Its Spark?

Tesla, once the darling of the electric vehicle (EV) world, is facing some serious headwinds. Sales dropped by 13% in the first three months of the year. This isn't just a small blip. It's a clear sign that the company is struggling to keep buyers interested. One big issue is the aging lineup of cars. Some people might be holding off on buying the popular Model Y, w...

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Mar 30 2025POLITICS

Elon Musk's Double Life: Protests Hit Tesla Showrooms

The world's wealthiest person, Elon Musk, has found himself in the middle of a storm. This is not about his companies, but his role in the Trump administration. People are not happy about it. They have started protesting outside Tesla showrooms across the United States and even in some European cities. This is all part of a bigger movement trying to make a dent in Mu...

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