ELECTION

Jan 06 2025POLITICS

WHAT’S NEXT FOR THE CAPITOL?

As the US Congress gets ready to finalize Donald Trump’s win in the 2024 presidential election, there’s a lot of history — and tension — in the air. Four years ago, on the same date, Trump’s supporters sparked chaos during the vote count. This time, everyone expects things to go smoothly. Kamala Har

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Jan 06 2025POLITICS

Young Latiné Immigrants and the Power of Social Media in the 2020 Election

Imagine you're a young Latiné immigrant in the United States during the 2020 presidential election. How do you make sense of all the information out there? And how do you find your place in this big country? That's what we wanted to know. We talked to 39 young people with immigrant backgrounds to un

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Jan 06 2025FINANCE

Will BRICS Markets Be Equally Affected by Trump's Policies?

Political leaders often influence stock markets, as seen with the recent US presidential election. The victory of Republican Donald Trump has caused uncertainty, making investors wonder how BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) stock markets will be impacted. A study used two method

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Jan 06 2025POLITICS

Rep. Meuser Backs Rep. Johnson for Speaker, Hopes DOGE Will Calm Critics

Rep. Dan Meuser from Pennsylvania has thrown his support behind Rep. Mike Johnson from Louisiana for the House Speaker position. With the Republican Party holding a slim one-vote majority, the decision is crucial, especially for certifying the 2024 election results. Meuser believes that Johnson's jo

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Jan 06 2025HEALTH

Picking the Perfect Patient for Anti-Reflux Surgery

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) can be effectively treated with surgical gastric fundoplication, a procedure that almost completely stops both acid and non-acid reflux. However, this surgery isn't always the best choice for everyone. Lasting side effects can sometimes outweigh the benefits. T

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Jan 05 2025SPORTS

Baltimore Ravens' Zay Flowers Injured: Will He Miss Playoff Game?

Baltimore Ravens' wide receiver Zay Flowers might not be on the field for their upcoming wild-card playoff game. He injured his knee during a game against the Cleveland Browns in Week 18. Reports suggest he could be out, as he's scheduled for an MRI to confirm the extent of his injury. Early in the

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Jan 04 2025POLITICS

Cold Pressure: Moldova's Energy Struggle After Gas Cutoff

When Russia stopped sending natural gas through Ukraine on January 1, it sent shockwaves across Europe. But for Moldova, a small country nestled between Ukraine and Romania, the impact was felt differently. Russia, aiming to weaken Moldova's pro-Western government, is using the gas cutoff as a tool.

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Jan 03 2025POLITICS

Virginia's Governor: Making Waves and Facing Challenges

Gov. Glenn Youngkin of Virginia has a tough job. He can't serve two terms in a row and can't write the state's budget. Plus, what happens in Washington, D. C. , can affect Virginia. Youngkin's party, the Republicans, tried to take over the state legislature but fell short. They gained seats but stil

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Jan 01 2025POLITICS

Women in Politics: A Mixed Bag in 2025

The new year brings a mix of good and bad news for women in politics. While the number of women in Congress is dropping slightly, women are making big strides in state governments. The 119th Congress will have 150 women, down from the previous record of 152. This is the first time since 2016 that th

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Jan 01 2025EDUCATION

What's Next for Kootenai County Schools?

As the new year begins, school leaders in Kootenai County are looking ahead to 2025 with a mix of excitement and challenges. The Coeur d'Alene School District has big plans to grow and improve. Superintendent Shon Hocker is energized by the potential of students and teachers. With help from state fu

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