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Jun 10 2025RELIGION

Southern Baptists: Pushing for Change in 2024

The Southern Baptist Convention, the largest Protestant group in the U. S. , is gearing up for a significant meeting in Dallas. This year, the focus is on pushing for legal bans on pornography and reversing the Supreme Court's decision on same-sex marriage. This is not just about internal matters.

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Jun 09 2025RELIGION

Baptists in Dallas: A Look at Their Stance on Key Issues

This week, a significant gathering is taking place in Dallas. It's the annual meeting of the Southern Baptist Convention. This group is the largest Protestant denomination in the United States. They have a lot on their agenda. One of the main topics is a set of resolutions. These resolutions cover s

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Jun 04 2025POLITICS

The Bill That Could Leave Millions Without Health Coverage

A significant bill is moving through Congress. It aims to cut taxes by $3. 75 trillion. However, it could increase the deficit by $2. 4 trillion over the next ten years. This is according to the Congressional Budget Office (CBO). The CBO is a nonpartisan group that analyzes the budget. The bill cou

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Jun 01 2025OPINION

Stars and Wealthy Democrats Flee to Britain: A Shocking Reality Awaits

The political climate in the United States has driven many celebrities and wealthy Democrats to seek refuge in Britain. This trend has been so significant that the British government has reported a record number of applications from US citizens looking to become British subjects or live in the UK in

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May 31 2025SPORTS

College Football's Big Debate: Fair Play or Power Play?

College football is at a crossroads. The sport's top brass are locked in a heated debate about the future of the College Football Playoff (CFP). The Big 12 commissioner, Brett Yormark, has been vocal about his support for a 5+11 model. This setup would guarantee automatic spots for the top five conf

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May 30 2025SPORTS

Trans Athletes: What's the Real Deal with Performance?

The world of sports is buzzing with debates about transgender athletes. Some argue that trans women have unfair advantages, while others believe everyone should have equal opportunities to compete. This debate has sparked intense discussions and even led to bans in many places. Let's break down the

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May 29 2025POLITICS

A New Judge Faces a Tough Crowd

Emil Bove is now in the hot seat. He has been chosen to be a federal appeals court judge. This decision has sparked a lot of debate, especially considering his past choices and the issues that have followed him. Bove's journey to this position has been far from typical. Bove has a history of workin

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May 26 2025EDUCATION

What's the point of the Education Department?

The Education Department has been a part of the US government since 1979. It was created to help schools and students across the country. However, some people wonder if it's really making a difference. For years, the performance of students in the US has not improved much. In 2013, even before the

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May 23 2025POLITICS

The Journey of a Gifted Jet: From Luxury to Presidential Duty

The United States has received a Boeing 747-8 from Qatar. This jet is currently parked at an airport in San Antonio. It is waiting for a major overhaul to become the next Air Force One. The Defense Department has assigned the Air Force to upgrade this jet. It will be used as the new plane for the Pr

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May 22 2025POLITICS

A Divided House Passes a Massive Tax Plan

The House of Representatives, controlled by Republicans, just passed a huge tax and spending bill. This bill is a big deal because it puts a lot of money into the military and border security. It also gives tax breaks to certain groups, like people who receive tips or have car loans. This bill is pa

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