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Feb 01 2025LIFESTYLE

Who Gets the TV and Space on This Plan? Back and ForthConversation

Sitting in a window seat with extra legroom can be a game-changer for some passengers, especially when it comes to a specific seat near the exit door. The Reddit user on r/delta found themself in an unexpected situation and sought advice. All this because of an extra seat space due to the placemen

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Feb 01 2025POLITICS

School Changes On The Horizon For Texas

Texas is at the center of a significant shift in education policies. Fragile compromises present between state extreme political right wing groups, some Texas Republican leaders, and the Texas federal government as to how children are taught, what they learn, and even who's teaching them. Parent

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Jan 31 2025POLITICS

Far-Right Fracas Rocks German Politics

When did politics get so dramatic? A major fight in the German parliament saw center-left lawmakers issuing a strong warning. The message? If the conservatives keep teaming up with the far-right, Germany's democracy could get seriously hurt. The drama unfolded in a heated debate. Rolf from the SPD

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Jan 30 2025POLITICS

Can Trump Boost NATO Defense Spending?

U. S. President Donald Trump has been vocal about his desire for NATO members to increase their defense spending. He wants them to contribute 5% of their GDP to defense, a significant jump from the current 2% target set in 2014. Trump believes this will reduce the U. S. 's burden in protecting NATO

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Jan 24 2025POLITICS

President Trump’s Post-Inauguration Trips: North Carolina and California

President Trump is planning to visit North Carolina, a swing state hit by Hurricane Helene, and then California, where wildfires have wreaked havoc. This will be his first trip outside Washington after his inauguration. The main focus is on disaster relief and contrasting his leadership with Democra

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Jan 21 2025SPORTS

Scottie Pippen's GOAT Claim Ignites Debate

Basketball legend Scottie Pippen recently caused a stir by calling himself the greatest of all time. In a podcast with Patrick Bet-David, the six-time NBA champ said his confidence in his game led him to this conclusion. While he's previously praised both Michael Jordan and LeBron James, things seem

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Jan 17 2025LIFESTYLE

Brushing Hair in Transit: Where’s the Line?

A woman recently caused a stir when she filmed herself brushing her hair on a United Airlines business class flight. She posted the video on Instagram, calling out a passenger who gave her disapproving looks. The clip triggered a debate online. Sure, some people thought it was fine, but many found i

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Jan 16 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Stephen King's Oscars Cancellation Plea: A Controversial Call

Stephen King sparked debate by suggesting the Oscars should be canceled due to the Los Angeles wildfires. On the social platform Bluesky, he wrote, “Not voting in the Oscars this year. I think they should cancel them. No glitz while LA is on fire. ” The Academy, however, has no plans to cancel the M

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Jan 16 2025HEALTH

Is Obesity Always a Disease? Experts Draw the Line

A group of health experts has decided to split obesity into two categories: clinical and pre-clinical. This move aims to address the ongoing debate about whether obesity is always a disease. Obesity can lead to serious health issues like diabetes and heart disease, but not everyone with obesity has

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Jan 11 2025CRIME

Bourbon Street's Safety Dilemma: Balancing Fun and Protection

New Orleans is grappling with a perennial question after a recent attack: How can Bourbon Street be made safe without losing its unique charm? The deadly truck attack has sparked debates about security measures, from banning cars to turning the area into a state park. Locals, like waiter Bryan Casey

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