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May 26 2025BUSINESS

Musk's Wins and Losses Under Trump's Watch

Elon Musk's companies have seen a mix of gains and setbacks since the Trump administration took office. Some government investigations into his businesses have slowed down or stopped. This has given Musk's firms, especially SpaceX, a chance to get billions in new government contracts. On the global

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May 26 2025POLITICS

Unpacking the 8 Million Medicaid Mystery

In 2025, a bold statement about Medicaid fraud spread rapidly across social media platforms. The claim was that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) had uncovered 8 million individuals fraudulently enrolled in Medicaid. This claim was backed by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , the U. S. Secretary o

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May 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

How Do We Trust AI? The Role of Our Beliefs

People often think of artificial intelligence as having feelings and thoughts. This is especially true with large language models. These models are advanced AI systems that can understand and generate human language. Many users believe that these systems have mental states, like emotions and conscio

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May 26 2025BUSINESS

The Uncertain Road for Small Businesses in the Trade War

The trade war has been a rollercoaster for small businesses. The recent news of reduced tariffs between the US and China might seem like a win, but it's not all sunshine and rainbows for small business owners. For many, the struggle is far from over. The tariffs have been a massive headache for sma

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May 26 2025POLITICS

The Debt Dilemma: Senate's Standoff on the Big Bill

The Senate is buzzing with tension over the "One Big, Beautiful Bill" that's been making waves. This bill, which has already sailed through the House, is now facing some stiff opposition in the Senate. The main issue? Some Republican senators think the bill doesn't do enough to tackle the national d

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May 26 2025POLITICS

Trump's Crypto Dinner: A Blurry Line Between Business and Politics

The recent dinner hosted by former President Donald Trump for top investors in his meme coin, $TRUMP, has sparked a debate about the boundaries between business and politics. House Speaker Mike Johnson defended Trump, stating that his business dealings are transparent and out in the open, unlike tho

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May 25 2025BUSINESS

Memorial Day 2025: What's Open and What's Closed?

Memorial Day is a time to remember those who gave their lives in service to the country. It is a federal holiday that falls on the last Monday of May. This year, it is on May 26. It is also the unofficial start of summer. This means people will be hosting barbeques and pool parties. It also mea

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May 25 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrating Heroes Through Music and Tales

June 3rd will kick off a special event honoring veterans and active military personnel. This event is part of the ongoing Memorial Day celebrations and marks the 80th anniversary of World War II's end. It will feature a mix of local celebrities and veterans sharing their stories and performing songs

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May 25 2025ENTERTAINMENT

TV's Big Week: Stars, Sports, and Streaming Take Center Stage

The annual TV upfronts are a big deal, with media buyers, journalists, and execs gathering to hear about the upcoming year's programming. This year, the mood was a bit tense, with anxiety being a common theme. Production is down, budgets are tight, and there's a lot of uncertainty in the industry. D

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May 25 2025LIFESTYLE

A Local Hero Leads the Way

The Fourth of July parade in Coeur d’Alene is a big deal. Everyone turns out to watch it. This year, Charlie Nipp is the grand marshal. He has a long history with the parade. As a kid, he walked with his parents to watch it. He always wondered who the grand marshal was. Now, he is the grand ma

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