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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Why Pete Hegseth's Words on Unlawful Orders Matter

Pete Hegseth, the nominee for Secretary of Defense, faced questions about following unlawful orders from the President during his Senate confirmation hearing. This raises serious concerns, especially when we remember President Trump's past remarks about shooting protesters. The military is trained t

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Governor Doug Burgum: Managing Conflicts or Interests?

Doug Burgum, now the governor of North Dakota, faced questions about his wealth when he took office in 2016. His investments included real estate projects that benefited from state programs he was now overseeing. Instead of selling these investments, he promised to "manage" any potential conflicts o

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Why Pete Hegseth's Defense Nomination Raises Red Flags

Pete Hegseth, nominated for Secretary of Defense, has a history that's raising eyebrows. From tattoos linked to white supremacy to a severe drinking problem, and even a rape allegation, his past is controversial. His book, 'The War on Warriors', criticizes women in combat and Geneva conventions. Yet

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Pete Hegseth: Is He the Right Choice for Secretary of Defense?

Imagine this: the head of NATO says the West isn't ready for future challenges. Experts warn that we might face multiple wars at once, and China's military power is growing fast. Now, you'd think the Senate would ask tough questions about these issues during hearings for the next Secretary of Defens

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Jan 16 2025ENVIRONMENT

High Winds and Dry Air Fuel Fire Risks in Los Angeles

High winds and extremely low humidity are back, putting parts of Los Angeles and Ventura counties at high risk for new fires. The National Weather Service predicts gusts up to 60 mph, which could fan existing flames and carry embers to new areas. Firefighters have been working tirelessly to contain

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Jan 16 2025HEALTH

Red Meat and Dementia: What You Need to Know

Are you a bacon lover? You might want to rethink your breakfast habit. A new study from Harvard suggests that eating too much processed red meat, like bacon or sausage, could boost your risk of dementia. The research found that people who ate one serving of processed red meat daily faced a 13% highe

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Jan 16 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Game Devs Let Speedrunners Use Glitch in Alan Wake 2 Expansion

Imagine running a video game so fast that you discover a shortcut the developers never knew existed. This is exactly what happened with Alan Wake 2's expansion, The Lake House. During an event called Awesome Games Done Quick in January 2025, a speedrunner named suavepeanut showed the world how to sk

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Jan 15 2025ENVIRONMENT

Winds Pick Up: LA Fire Crews Brace for Intense Wildfires

Fire crews in Los Angeles are feeling the heat, both literally and figuratively. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a red flag warning for Southern California, with dangerous wind conditions expected to hit overnight. Chief Anthony Marrone of the LA County Fire Department says his team is

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Jan 15 2025HEALTH

Schizophrenia Treatment: The Power of Long-Acting Injectables

For many people living with schizophrenia, daily pills are the standard treatment. But what if there was a better way to manage this mental health condition? Long-acting injectable antipsychotics, or LAIs, might just be the game-changer. Unlike oral antipsychotics (OAPs), which patients have to reme

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Jan 15 2025SPORTS

Sports Action Begins This Week in Colorado Springs

Mark your calendars, Colorado Springs! The Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services are kicking off youth sports registration this week. On Wednesday, January 15th, you can sign your kids up for spring soccer and tackle football at 9 AM. Later, on February 24th, registration opens fo

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