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Jul 25 2025ENVIRONMENT

How Panama Is Leading the Way in Rainforest Protection

Rainforests are vital for our planet's health, yet they are disappearing at an alarming rate. The Amazon, Congo, and other tropical rainforests are being destroyed by cattle ranching, palm oil plantations, illegal logging, mining, and man-made fires. These forests are often called the world's lungs because they absorb carbon dioxide and produce oxygen, making them cr...

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Jul 02 2025POLITICS

Haitians Gain Temporary Relief from Deportation

A recent court decision has provided a temporary reprieve for over half a million Haitians living in the U. S. under Temporary Protected Status (TPS). This status allows them to stay in the country due to unsafe conditions in Haiti, such as gang violence, political turmoil, and the aftermath of a major earthquake in 2021. The Trump administration had planned to end ...

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Apr 23 2025POLITICS

The Ongoing Battle for a Salvadoran Migrant's Right to Return

The Trump administration has asked a judge to hit the pause button on a case involving a Salvadoran migrant. The request comes just a day after a federal judge demanded more detailed answers from government officials about the wrongful deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia. The judge, Paula Xinis, had ordered the government to provide more information about th...

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Apr 08 2025OPINION

The Digital Dilemma: Why Kids Need Better Online Protection

The internet is a big part of kids' lives today. Most teens have smartphones and use social media. Even young children have their own devices. This raises serious concerns about their safety online. The dangers are real. Kids face issues like cyberbullying, sextortion, and exposure to inappropriate content. New technologies, like AI, make things even worse. They can...

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Feb 26 2025POLITICS

Government Shake-Up: Trump and Musk's Push for Accountability

The White House has been buzzing with activity as President Trump and Elon Musk team up to shake things up in the federal workforce. Musk, leading the charge, demanded federal employees list their recent accomplishments or face potential termination. The demand, however, was met with confusion and resistance. Some federal workers were told to comply, others were to...

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Feb 04 2025POLITICS

Venezuela's Waiting Game: Venezuelan Refugees in the Crosshairs

Up to 350, 000 Venezuelans living in the U. S. are suddenly facing a big change. They are losing their protection from deportation and their right to work in America. The change means that almost half of the 600, 000 Venezuelans who had special protection in the U. S. will have to leave in just a couple of months. The decision was made by Kristi Noem, who is...

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Jan 31 2025POLITICS

Aviation Safety Under the Microscope: What Went Wrong?

On January 29, 2025, a disaster unfolded near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. A commercial plane and a military helicopter crashed, leaving families devastated. This was not a one off. The sad truth is this is an event that could have been avoided. For a long time, aviation safety has been a big deal. The FAA, the people in charge of keeping our skies...

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Nov 24 2024POLITICS

Stand Up, Colorado: Protect Our Votes and Voices

Hey there, Coloradans! Ever felt like your voice doesn't matter? Like there's nothing you can do to change things? Well, think again. Democracy isn't just about voting; it's about speaking up and getting involved. Remember the Pledge of Allegiance? "With liberty and justice for all"? That's not just words; it's a promise we all make. But democracy takes work. We can...

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Nov 07 2024POLITICS

Canada's Move: TikTok to Halt Business Amid Security Concerns

It's a big shift for Canadians—TikTok just got the boot! The Canadian government has told TikTok to wrap up its business operations in the country. Why? They're worried about national security risks from TikTok's parent company, ByteDance. This isn't a total ban, though; just a shutdown of the app's offices and jobs. Canada's move comes after a thorough review by int...

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Oct 04 2024POLITICS

Israel and U. S. : When Peace Talks Hit a Wall

The Middle East is once again boiling over with conflict, putting the fragile peace that President Biden has been trying to secure at risk. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government in Israel isn't shying away from aggressive actions, like striking targets in Lebanon and Gaza, despite warnings from the U.S. about possible political backlash. Democrats are wo...

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