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Nov 20 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Twins Alice and Ellen Kessler Choose Assisted Suicide at 89

Alice and Ellen Kessler, the famous twin sisters, passed away on Monday at their home in Gruenwald, Germany. They were 89 years old. The twins, who became stars in the 1950s, had been planning this for over a year. They contacted the German Society for Humane Dying (DGHS) to help them. The police i

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Nov 20 2025POLITICS

Crackdown on Crime: What's Happening in High-Crime Cities?

A big meeting is happening soon. It's about how the Trump team is trying to fix crime in certain cities. These cities are run by Democrats. The group in charge of the meeting says these cities have rules that let crime grow too much. This isn't the first time the Trump team has stepped in. Earlier

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Nov 20 2025POLITICS

Trump's Unexpected Shift on Skilled Immigration

President Donald Trump, known for his tough stance on immigration, recently surprised many by advocating for the entry of skilled immigrants into the U. S. He believes these immigrants can train American workers in high-tech industries, a move he insists aligns with his "Make America Great Again" (M

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Nov 20 2025POLITICS

A Judge's Strong Words: A Clash Over Texas' Redrawn Maps

In a surprising turn of events, a federal judge has strongly criticized his colleagues for releasing their decision in a major Texas redistricting case before he could finish his dissent. Judge Jerry Smith, who serves on the 5th US Circuit Court of Appeals, accused the other judges of acting in bad

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Nov 20 2025EDUCATION

What If All Americans Took the Citizenship Test?

The U. S. Citizenship and Immigration Services recently introduced a tougher civics test for immigrants seeking citizenship. This test now includes more challenging questions, such as naming five of America's original states and explaining the significance of the Federalist Papers. While this might

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Nov 20 2025EDUCATION

Teaching Religion in Northern Ireland Schools: A Big Change Ahead

A recent court decision in the UK has shaken up how religion is taught in Northern Ireland's schools. It all started when two parents, who are humanist and not religious, questioned the way their daughter's school was teaching Christianity. They felt it was being presented as the only truth, without

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Nov 19 2025SCIENCE

Lips Locked Through Time: The Old Story of Kissing

Why do people kiss? It's a question that has puzzled scientists for years. Recent studies suggest that this behavior might be much older than previously believed. Evidence points to our ancient ancestors, like Neanderthals, engaging in this lip-locking activity. Interestingly, humans aren't the onl

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Nov 19 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A Pioneer's Journey: Remembering Rebecca Heineman

Rebecca Heineman, a trailblazer in the gaming world, passed away at 62 after a tough fight with cancer. Her story is one of triumph, innovation, and advocacy. She left a mark that will last for years to come. Heineman started young, winning a big Atari 2600 tournament at just 16. This win kicked of

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Nov 19 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Country Music's Big Night: Who Stole the Show?

The 59th CMA Awards kicked off with a bang, revealing some early winners before the main event. Post Malone and Blake Shelton's collaboration "Pour Me a Drink" snagged the Musical Event of the Year award, while Ella Langley and Riley Green's "You Look Like You Love Me" was crowned Music Video of the

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Nov 19 2025POLITICS

Wealthy Contender Joins California Governor Race

A wealthy businessman and activist, Tom Steyer, has entered the race for California's governor. At 68, he brings a significant amount of personal wealth to the table, making him a strong contender in the crowded field. The race includes more than half a dozen Democrats and two Republicans, all vying

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