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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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Nov 19 2025RELIGION

Faith and Politics: Navigating Christianity in Today's America

In a recent event, two journalists who cover religion found themselves in the middle of a heated debate. They were at a memorial service in Arizona. The service was for Charlie Kirk. Some people there saw Kirk as a Christian martyr. President Trump also spoke. He called Kirk a martyr for American fr

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Nov 19 2025CELEBRITIES

Sisters Sparkle and Shine in Sabrina's Playful Concert Moment

Sabrina Carpenter's "Short n' Sweet" tour has been a whirlwind of fun and surprises, and the recent Los Angeles shows were no exception. The singer has made a habit of playfully "arresting" her celebrity guests, and this time, it was the Fanning sisters, Elle and Dakota, who found themselves in the

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