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Jan 17 2025POLITICS

Biden's Hindsight: Dems, GOP, and Safeguarding the Economy

President Joe Biden recently sat down for a candid chat about his presidency. He didn't mince words when talking about the Republicans. He pointed out that Republican-led states didn't handle the economic storm of Covid-19 very well, especially when it came to manufacturing and supply chain snags. B

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Jan 17 2025WEATHER

Stay Warm, Rice County! Emergency Shelters Open During Arctic Cold Snap

Brace yourselves, folks! Rice County is bracing for a serious cold snap this weekend. Temperatures are set to dip below zero, making it feel like -25°F or even colder from Sunday to Tuesday mornings. Wind chills might hit -30°F in some areas. The National Weather Service is expected to issue warnin

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Jan 17 2025CRYPTO

Trump's Crypto Plans: A New Era Begins

After years of regulatory challenges under the Biden administration, the cryptocurrency world is buzzing with excitement over Donald Trump's return to the White House. Industry experts are hopeful that Trump's presidency will bring about significant changes, such as executive orders that could legit

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Jan 17 2025LIFESTYLE

Brushing Hair in Transit: Where’s the Line?

A woman recently caused a stir when she filmed herself brushing her hair on a United Airlines business class flight. She posted the video on Instagram, calling out a passenger who gave her disapproving looks. The clip triggered a debate online. Sure, some people thought it was fine, but many found i

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Jan 17 2025POLITICS

State AGs Join Fight to Keep Biden's Gun Control Policies

On Thursday, a group of state attorneys general, all Democrats, asked to join a federal legal effort. They want to preserve two gun control policies from the Biden era. One policy requires background checks for buyers at gun shows. The other bans a type of trigger that can make a semiautomatic weapo

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Jan 17 2025POLITICS

What's Next for Trump's Nominees? A Look at Day 3's Hearings

Day 3 of President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet nominee hearings gave us a sneak peek into the battles ahead. Scott Bessent, nominated for Treasury, stressed the importance of making Trump's 2017 tax cuts permanent. He believes this will prevent a tax hike for the middle class and boost the economy.

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Jan 17 2025CRIME

U. K. Speeding Up Review of Sexual Abuse by Grooming Gangs

In response to rising concerns, the British government has decided to launch a rapid review into the extent of child sexual abuse by gangs. This move comes after Elon Musk, a tech billionaire, brought attention to the issue through his social media platform. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper announced th

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Jan 17 2025POLITICS

Why Pam Bondi’s Nomination Worries Voting Rights Advocates

Pam Bondi, President-elect Trump's pick for the Department of Justice (DOJ), has attracted criticism from the NAACP's Legal Defense Fund. They argue that her past actions as Florida’s attorney general and as chair of the America First Policy Institute (AFPI) make her unsuitable for the role of U. S.

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Jan 17 2025ENTERTAINMENT

PGA Awards 2025: What You Need to Know

The Producers Guild of America just revealed their nominees for the 2025 PGA Awards. After two delays due to the Los Angeles wildfires, the list is finally out. For the top film prize, the Darryl F. Zanuck Award, movies like "Anora" and "Dune: Part Two" are in the running. On the TV side, shows like

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Jan 17 2025POLITICS

Education Shake-Up: What to Expect from the Next Administration

The upcoming administration change is set to bring significant shifts in education policies. Miguel Cardona, who served as Education Secretary under Joe Biden, is concerned about the incoming president's plans to eliminate the Department of Education. Cardona believes this could widen the gap betwee

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