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Mar 29 2025POLITICS

Trump's Plan to Change Smithsonian's Story

The Smithsonian Institution, a large network of museums and research centers, is in the spotlight. The Trump Administration has set its sights on changing what is taught and displayed there. President Trump signed an executive order on Thursday. This order aims to remove what the administration call

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Mar 29 2025POLITICS

The Battle Over Venezuelan Deportations

The Trump administration has taken a bold step by asking the Supreme Court to allow the use of an old wartime law. This law would let them deport Venezuelans without giving them a fair chance to defend themselves. This move comes after a lower court temporarily stopped these deportations. The admin

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Mar 29 2025POLITICS

California Under Fire: A Day of Federal Challenges

In a single day, California faced a barrage of federal challenges. The state's approach to transgender student protections was put under the microscope. The U. S. Education Department decided to contest a significant state law designed to safeguard transgender students. This move set the tone for a

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Mar 29 2025EDUCATION

A Life Dedicated to Education and Growth

Douglas Higgins was a man who found his true calling in education, even after a successful career in real estate. He spent 16 years as a principal and assistant principal in various schools. His passion for teaching and learning was evident in everything he did. He was deeply committed and thoughtf

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Mar 29 2025HEALTH

Moyamoya's Impact on Kids' Memory Skills

Moyamoya disease is a tricky condition that affects blood flow in the brain. It can cause problems with how kids process information, especially when it comes to remembering things in a specific order. This isn't just any old memory issue. It's a unique challenge that kids with moyamoya disease ofte

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Mar 29 2025CRYPTO

Crypto's Wild Ride: Serious and Silly in the Digital Currency World

Cryptocurrency has become a major player in the U. S. political and financial scenes. It's everywhere, even if you've never bought a single coin. Whether you like it or not, crypto is now part of your life. It's in the stock market, influencing elections, and even in your retirement fund. So, it's t

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Mar 28 2025POLITICS

Students Under Siege: The Crackdown on Pro-Palestine Voices

The Trump administration has been intensifying its efforts to target and deport international students who speak out for Palestine. This crackdown is part of a broader strategy to suppress dissent and control speech on college campuses. The administration has been using various tactics, including re

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Mar 28 2025POLITICS

Washington's History Showdown: Trump's Bold Move on the Smithsonian

The Smithsonian Institution, a name synonymous with knowledge and culture, is in the spotlight. President Donald Trump has made a striking move. He wants to reshape the Smithsonian's narrative. This is not just about changing exhibits. It's about controlling the story of America's past. The Smithso

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Mar 28 2025POLITICS

Maine Faces Another Battle Over Transgender Rights in Schools

The Trump administration is now targeting Maine's policies on transgender youth in schools. The U. S. Department of Education is investigating whether school districts in Maine are violating the Family Educational Rights Privacy Act (FERPA) by allowing officials to create "gender plans" for transgen

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Mar 28 2025OPINION

The US: Strong but Stupid?

The US has always been a powerful country. But lately, it has been making some really dumb moves. These mistakes are not just silly. They could actually put the country in danger. Let's break it down. First, there was a big mess with a chat app. Some top officials in the Trump government were using

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