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Nov 28 2025POLITICS

Green Card Check-Up: What's Happening with Immigrants from Certain Countries?

The Trump administration has decided to take a closer look at all green cards given to immigrants from specific countries. This decision comes after a recent shooting involving two National Guard members near the White House. The suspect in this case is an Afghan national who arrived in the U. S. in

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Nov 28 2025POLITICS

A Shooting Sparks Debate on Afghan Refugee Program

A recent incident involving a National Guard shooting has brought attention to the Afghan refugee program in the U. S. The suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, is one of about 76, 000 Afghans who came to the U. S. after the Taliban took over Afghanistan. This program, called Operation Allies Welcome, star

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Nov 28 2025POLITICS

A New Leader for St. Vincent: What's Next?

The people of St. Vincent have spoken, and change is in the air. After 25 years, the New Democratic Party (NDP) has made a big comeback, winning the 2025 elections. Their leader, Dr. Godwin Friday, is set to become the island's next prime minister. This win is a big deal. It means the end of a long

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Nov 28 2025CRIME

The Afghan Shooter's Hidden Past

An Afghan man, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, is suspected of shooting two National Guard members in Washington, D. C. He was once part of a special counterterrorism unit in Afghanistan. This unit, known as NDS-03, worked closely with the CIA and fought against the Taliban. The CIA confirmed that Lakanwal ca

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Nov 28 2025CRIME

A Dark Thanksgiving for Two Families

In a shocking turn of events, two National Guard members from West Virginia were critically injured in a shooting near the White House. The incident has left families shattered, especially as it occurred during the Thanksgiving holiday. The victims were identified as 20-year-old Army Specialist Sar

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Nov 28 2025POLITICS

Putin Stands by Trump's Envoy Amidst Bias Claims

Steve Witkoff, the U. S. special envoy, is under fire for allegedly leaning too much towards Russia. But Vladimir Putin isn't having it. He thinks Witkoff is just doing his job, representing his country and leader. Putin's defense came after a leaked call between Witkoff and a Kremlin aide, Yuri Ush

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Nov 28 2025HEALTH

Why Older Adults Are Fighting a Double Battle: Ageing and Obesity

The world is getting older, and at the same time, it's getting heavier. This is not a good mix. More and more older people are struggling with obesity. This is a big problem. It leads to serious health issues. Things like heart disease, diabetes, and trouble moving around. It also makes older adults

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Nov 28 2025BUSINESS

How Feelings Shape the Future of Business

In today's world, machines can do many things, like writing emails and predicting what people will buy. But one thing they can't do is understand and use emotions like humans can. This makes emotional intelligence a superpower in business. It's not just a nice-to-have skill; it's a game-changer. Mo

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Nov 28 2025SCIENCE

A New Crew Takes Off for the ISS

A team of space explorers has just begun their journey to the International Space Station (ISS). This mission involves a mix of seasoned and new astronauts. The Soyuz MS-28 spacecraft, powered by a Soyuz 2. 1a rocket, took off from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. The launch happened at 12:28

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Nov 28 2025POLITICS

Who Vetted the Afghan Shooting Suspect? A Look at the Facts

A recent shooting in Washington, D. C. , has sparked a heated debate about immigration policies. The suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, is an Afghan national who entered the U. S. in 2021 under Operation Allies Welcome. This program was created by President Joe Biden to help Afghans who had worked with

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