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Nov 11 2025POLITICS

The Government Shutdown: Who Felt the Pinch?

The recent government shutdown caused a lot of trouble for many people. It's not just about who struggled during the shutdown, but also who might face problems later on. Federal workers were hit hard. They didn't receive their paychecks and had to dip into their savings or find extra jobs to surviv

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Nov 11 2025CRIME

Smart Justice: How Data is Changing Youth Crime Outcomes

Youth crime is often sensationalized in the media, creating a false impression of a growing crisis. In reality, data shows a significant decline in youth crime and detention rates. Minors make up less than 10% of all arrests, contradicting the media's portrayal of young people as the primary threat

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Nov 11 2025SPORTS

Olympics and the Transgender Debate: What's Next?

The Olympics might soon see changes in how transgender women compete. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is looking into this issue. They are not ready to make a final decision yet. The IOC is studying the science behind physical advantages. They want to make sure the rules are fair for every

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Nov 11 2025HEALTH

How Money Matters in Fighting Diseases in Nigeria

In Nigeria, the link between money and health is strong. From 2006 to 2018, researchers found that making more money can help fight diseases. This is big news for a country where many people get sick often. The study looked at how money affects health. It found that when people have more money, the

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Nov 11 2025EDUCATION

Universities Play Hide and Seek with DEI

Universities are getting creative to keep their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs running despite federal pushback. Some schools are openly defiant, while others are sneaky, renaming their DEI offices to avoid scrutiny. A few are genuinely trying to comply with new rules. One activist

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Nov 11 2025POLITICS

Politicians and Their Shifting Loyalties

Sen. Lisa Murkowski's recent speech about the government shutdown highlighted a troubling trend in politics: broken promises and bad faith. It's clear that many politicians, including the president, say one thing to get what they want but do another when it's convenient. This kind of behavior erodes

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Nov 10 2025CELEBRITIES

Celebrity Birthdays: A Fun Look at Stars Turning a Year Older

This week, from November 16th to 22nd, we see a lot of famous people celebrating their birthdays. It's not just actors and singers, but also directors, athletes, and even TV hosts. Let's take a closer look at some of them. On November 16th, we have actors like Joanna Pettet and Steve Railsback, who

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Nov 10 2025CRYPTO

Bitcoin's Big Day: What's Driving the Crypto Surge?

Bitcoin is making waves, climbing towards a crucial $106, 000 mark. What's behind this push? A few things are at play. First, President Trump hinted at a $2, 000 payout for low-income Americans, sparking hopes of a crypto-friendly stimulus. However, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent tempered expectat

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Nov 10 2025CELEBRITIES

Loyalty and Laughter: Martha Stewart's Secrets to a Lasting Friendship

Martha Stewart, a well-known figure in the lifestyle world, recently shared some insights into her long-lasting success and friendship. She did this while honoring her longtime publicist and friend, Susan Magrino, at an event in Brooklyn. Stewart joked about how Magrino has been a trusted ally, know

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Nov 10 2025CRIME

Washington, D. C. 's Crime Wave Challenges Recent Claims

Washington, D. C. experienced a grim night with three homicides within just six hours. This happened right after President Donald Trump said the city was much safer now. The victims included two young people and one adult. Police are still looking into these cases. The first shooting happened aroun

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