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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Former Trump Officials Back Kelly's Warning: Trump's Dangerous Leadership

A group of 13 former Trump White House officials have come together to support ex-chief of staff John Kelly's recent criticism of Donald Trump. In an open letter, they praised Kelly for calling out Trump's fascist tendencies. These lifelong Republicans, including former press secretary Stephanie Gri

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Oct 25 2024SCIENCE

NASA's Solar Sail Spacecraft Has a Bent Boom, but No Worries!

In space, things don't always go as planned, but that's okay! Take NASA's latest spacecraft, ACS3, for instance. It launched in April and has a fascinating story to tell. One of its four booms, which supports the solar sail that deployed successfully in August, has a slight bend. This was noticed in

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Oct 25 2024OPINION

Trusting Our Elections: Facts vs. Fears

Election fraud: it's a phrase that's been tossed around a lot lately, but is it really something to worry about? Let's take a closer look. The Heritage Foundation, a group that supports former President Trump, has been saying that election fraud is common. They've counted 1, 561 cases over 36 years.

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Legal Troubles: Why Trump Can't Serve Burgers

Ever thought about Donald Trump serving up burgers at McDonald's? It's an odd picture, isn't it? The truth is, he can't do that job. Why? Well, he's been convicted of many serious crimes. Over 90 charges and 34 felonies, to be exact. These legal issues make him a risky hire for McDonald's, which has

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Oct 24 2024POLITICS

Biden’s Team Calls Trump a Fascist: What’s the Big Deal?

Recently, President Joe Biden’s press secretary, Karine Jean-Pierre, said Biden thinks former President Donald Trump is a fascist. This comes after Trump's former chief of staff, John Kelly, described Trump as fitting the general definition of a fascist. Jean-Pierre was clear, saying that Trump's ow

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Oct 23 2024CRIME

Queens Residents Protest: Cops or Community Support?

In Queens, sex workers and vendors are protesting against the NYPD's crackdown on Roosevelt Ave. They argue that this operation unfairly targets vulnerable communities, like immigrants and transgender residents. Instead of deploying more police, they believe the city should invest in community progr

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Oct 23 2024BUSINESS

Why Malta is a Hit with Airlines: A Closer Look

You might be wondering, why is tiny Malta suddenly the go-to spot for airlines to register their Air Operators Certificate (AOC)? Well, it’s not just because of its gorgeous Mediterranean views. Over the past decade, this small island nation has become a major player in the aviation world. As of ear

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Oct 23 2024SCIENCE

NASA's High-Flying Fleet: A Closer Look at Their Aircraft

Did you know NASA isn't just about rockets and space shuttles? They also fly some pretty impressive aircraft! NASA was created in 1958 to explore space and improve aeronautics. Over the years, they've sent astronauts to the moon and even built their own space station. But what about their aircraft?

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Oct 23 2024POLITICS

Elon Musk: Democratic Target if Harris Loses

Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, might face a tough time if Vice President Kamala Harris doesn't win the election. Democrats could make him their scapegoat. Musk has been vocal about his support for former President Donald Trump, which has drawn the ire of many Democrats. They've been especia

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Oct 23 2024POLITICS

Old Guns, New Threats: Ukrainians Use Vintage Weapons to Ground Russian Drones

Imagine this: Ukrainian soldiers are using machine guns designed over a century ago to shoot down modern drones. It might sound crazy, but that's exactly what a recent video seems to show. The guns in question are older than your grandparents! They're called PM1919s, and they were mounted on trucks.

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