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Nov 21 2025POLITICS

Utah's Fight for Fair Voting: A Grassroots Victory

In Utah, a group of determined citizens took a stand for fair voting. They wanted maps that truly represent the people, not just political parties. Proposition 4 was a big win in 2018. It set rules for fair maps and created a commission to draw them. But the state legislature ignored this and made t

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Nov 21 2025SCIENCE

Celebrity Suicides: A Ripple Effect in Vienna

In the late 1800s and early 1900s, Vienna was a hub of transformation and innovation. Amidst this backdrop, the suicides of prominent figures seemed to cast a long shadow. A team of researchers decided to investigate whether the media's coverage of these tragic events influenced the city's suicide r

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Nov 21 2025LIFESTYLE

Reviving Cairo's Hidden Gem: A Smart Way to Preserve History

Deep in the heart of Cairo, a unique project is taking place. A team of skilled restorers is breathing new life into an old, forgotten part of the city. They are not just fixing up buildings; they are taking them apart and putting them back together again. The goal? To create homes that people can a

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Nov 21 2025POLITICS

What's the Deal with the Epstein Files?

In a swift move, the Epstein Files Transparency Act sailed through Congress and was signed into law by Trump. This law orders the Justice Department to release all classified records from the federal investigations into Epstein's activities, without any standard checks to verify the information. So

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Nov 21 2025POLITICS

Harvard and the Government: What's the Hold-Up?

The U. S. Department of Education is in the final stages of talks with Harvard University. This comes after a series of probes into the school's adherence to federal guidelines. Some folks see these actions as a form of political targeting. The situation started when the Trump administration took a

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Nov 21 2025HEALTH

Walking: How Young and Older Adults Judge Balance Blunders

Falls, often due to trips or slips, are a big worry, especially for older folks. When people feel unsteady, they might avoid certain activities, thinking they're too risky. But how do people judge how bad a stumble is? Does it matter if you're falling forward or backward? And does age change this ju

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Nov 21 2025POLITICS

Trump Left Out of Cheney's Final Farewell

President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance won't be attending former Vice President Dick Cheney's funeral. This isn't just any funeral. It's happening at the National Cathedral in Washington, D. C. on Thursday morning. Usually, sitting presidents go to funerals of past presidents and vice pr

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Nov 21 2025POLITICS

U. S. Takes Aim at Venezuelan Cartel, Raises Stakes

The U. S. has taken a bold step by labeling a group linked to Venezuela's president as a terrorist organization. This move opens up new possibilities for the Pentagon, according to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The group in question, Cartel de los Soles, is accused of working with another gang, Tr

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Nov 21 2025ENVIRONMENT

Fossil Fuels: A Threat to Our Planet and Society

Al Gore, a prominent environmental advocate, has been vocal about the harmful effects of fossil fuel companies on both the environment and democracy. He argues that these companies are not just polluting the air and water, but also influencing politics to delay climate action. Gore believes that so

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Nov 21 2025POLITICS

Human Rights Report: A Shift in Focus Under New Leadership

The State Department's annual human rights report is getting a makeover. Under the current administration, the report will now highlight issues like affirmative action and state-funded abortions as human rights violations. This shift is part of a broader change in U. S. foreign policy, which now pri

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