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Nov 11 2025POLITICS

Faith in Politics: A Texas Church's Push for Christian Leaders

A Texas megachurch is making waves in the political arena with a unique training program for Christian candidates. Mercy Culture, based in Fort Worth, has launched Campaign University, an online course designed to prepare Christians for roles in local and national government. The course, led by Texas Rep. Nate Schatzline, emphasizes the importance of bringing Christi...

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Nov 11 2025POLITICS

Tariffs: Who Really Pays the Price?

The Supreme Court is looking closely at President Trump's tariffs. Experts say this is not just about trade. It's about who has the power to decide how money is collected. Marc Busch, a professor at Georgetown University, talked about this on a podcast. He said the tariffs are really just taxes. And they hurt American businesses more than anyone else. Trump has not...

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Nov 11 2025BUSINESS

A Big Change for Vancouver's Hastings Casino

The Tsleil-Waututh Nation is making a big move. They are buying the casino part of Hastings Racecourse & Casino from Great Canadian Entertainment. This deal was signed on November 7, 2025. It follows an earlier agreement made on June 6, 2025. Hastings Casino is a well-known spot in Vancouver. It has over 400 slot machines and offers food and drinks. The casino has b...

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Nov 10 2025POLITICS

Who's Getting a Break from President Trump?

President Trump has been handing out pardons and sentence reductions like candy. Recently, he pardoned former aide Rudy Giuliani, ex-White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows, and others accused of trying to overturn the 2020 election results. But that's not all. He's also shown mercy to former U. S. Rep. George Santos and the ex-CEO of a cryptocurrency exchange, Chang...

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Nov 10 2025POLITICS

South Africa's Environment Minister Faces Leadership Shake-Up

In South Africa, a big change is coming to the environment ministry. Dion George, who has been in charge of fisheries, forestry, and the environment, might soon step down. His party, the Democratic Alliance, has suggested replacing him with Willie Aucamp, their spokesman. This shift comes after George was offered a different role as deputy trade minister. However, h...

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Nov 10 2025ENVIRONMENT

Climate Change: What's Really Happening Right Now?

Climate change is speeding up. It's not just getting warmer; it's getting warmer faster. The past few years have seen record-breaking temperatures. A big study in June showed that the average global temperature is now rising by 0. 27 degrees Celsius every ten years. That's almost 50% faster than it was in the 1990s and 2000s. Sea levels are also rising faster. Over ...

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Nov 10 2025SPORTS

Paul Tagliabue: A Leader Who Shaped the NFL

Paul Tagliabue, the former NFL Commissioner, passed away at 84. His death has sparked many tributes from prominent figures in sports. Roger Goodell, the current NFL Commissioner, praised Tagliabue for his leadership and mentorship. He highlighted Tagliabue's influence on his personal and professional growth. Adam Silver, the NBA Commissioner, remembered Tagliabue as...

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Nov 07 2025POLITICS

New York's Political Showdown: Stefanik Takes on Hochul in 2026

Elise Stefanik, a well-known Republican figure in New York, has officially announced her bid for governor in 2026. This move sets the stage for a potential face-off against current Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul. Stefanik, known for her strong support of former President Donald Trump, has been vocal about her criticisms of Hochul's leadership. In her campaign anno...

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Nov 06 2025POLITICS

GOP's Midterm Missteps: A Look at the Aftermath

Republicans faced a tough reality check after recent elections. Voters clearly favored the opposing party, raising concerns about the impact of President Trump's low approval ratings on Republican candidates. The aftermath saw Republicans pointing fingers at various factors, from their candidates to the government shutdown, and even the party's economic messaging. I...

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Nov 05 2025POLITICS

California's Bold Move: Redrawing the Political Map

California made a big change with Proposition 50. This new law lets the state redraw its congressional districts. The goal? To help Democrats win more seats in the next big election. Lots of people voted early. Over 7. 2 million votes came in before Election Day. Some places even had long lines because so many wanted to vote. Gov. Gavin Newsom pushed hard for this c...

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