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Feb 07 2025POLITICS

Big Changes Brewing at National Science Foundation

Federal agency directors are about to get a sneak peek at President Trump's budget plans for the upcoming fiscal year. It is expected to be a big change. This is a routine process that happens every year. Congress will eventually take this budget and turn it into a law. This will be Trump's first b

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Feb 07 2025EDUCATION

The Overlooked Heroes of 2024: The Reviewer

The year 2024 was a whirlwind of ideas. All kinds of clever thoughts and projects popped up. These were the brain children of the mysterious beings known as “reviewers. ” They weren't flashy or loud. No the heroes of 2024 were quiet and meticulous. Like a spider weaving its web, reviewe

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Feb 07 2025POLITICS

Political Sparring Leads to Vought\'s Reconfirmation

The OMB, or Office of Management and Budget, gained a familiar face this December. Russ Vought, known for his distinct views on government spending, returned to head the agency. He was confirmed by the Senate with their vote on Thursday. Is this a win for government, the White House, or neither? Re

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Feb 07 2025POLITICS

Flight Slowdowns and Safety Checks

A recent tragedy at Reagan National Airport has led to some big changes. The Federal Aviation Administration has decided to slow down the number of flights coming into the airport. Instead of 28, they are now allowing only 26 flights per hour to land. This comes after a deadly collision between a sm

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Feb 07 2025LIFESTYLE

Altadena's Beauty Store Bounces Back

A local beauty spot in Altadena is back on its feet and ready to spread some positivity. The owners of Simply Divine Beauty Supply, a small black-owned store, had a close call with the Eaton Fire. It was just a little damaged, but it could have been a lot worse. The fire made the owners think about

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Feb 06 2025TECHNOLOGY

Nvidia Shield TV Gets Big Update After Long Break

Over five years have passed since the release of the last Shield TV, but the device is still kicking. Nvidia has finally released a major update for the device. This update, Shield Experience 9. 2, is a big deal. It's been a while since the last major upgrade, which happened back in November 2022.

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Feb 06 2025SPORTS

The Big Swap: Miami’s Jimmy Butler Heads to Golden State

The NBA trade scene is buzzing after a major deal went down. Golden State Warriors have landed Jimmy Butler from the Miami Heat. Jimmy Butler is a talented player, known for his scoring and athletic abilities. He is 34 years old. This trade is a big win for Butler. He wanted a change and got

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Feb 06 2025POLITICS

All EYES On Senate: DEMS Protest Vought’s Nomination

Picture the Senate chambers under the spotlight, a whirlwind of political drama, and here is what happened! Senator Brian Schatz of Hawaii kicked it off. On a Wednesday afternoon, he stepped up, and in a video he shared, he declared, “We’ll have 35+ Senators from the Democratic side who will vote ag

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Feb 06 2025POLITICS

The All-Nighter: Why Democrats Kept Their Chairs Warm.

Democrats decided to have a bit of a sleepover on the Senate floor. They weren't playing games, or telling ghost stories. They were there deliberately to protest a nomination. A dude named Russell Vought. He's up for the Office of Management and Budget. Not exactly a fun title, but it basic

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Feb 06 2025POLITICS

Pressure mounts on GOP to decide on Trump's big plans

The Republican Party finds itself in hot water over its strategy. What's the best path toward delivering on Trump's top priorities and winning the Senate. The end of the year taxes will require a resolution soon. A divide exists between the House of Representatives and the Senate. To truly

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