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Nov 18 2024POLITICS

What’s Up with Government Spending?

Imagine discovering that billions of dollars have been sent to the wrong people due to mistakes. Shockingly, this could happen even more frequently, hitting a staggering $1 trillion by 2025. One hot topic is the money spent supporting LGBTQ+ rights overseas. Is this really the best way to spend taxp

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Nov 17 2024HEALTH

Honoring Caregivers: The Impact of Two Influential Figures

Every November, we take a moment to celebrate National Caregivers Month. This year, let's shine a light on two remarkable women who have left indelible marks on caregiving: former First Lady Rosalynn Carter and Professor Claire Fagin. Rosalynn Carter, known for her advocacy for mental health issues,

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Nov 17 2024POLITICS

Biden's Final Chat with Xi: Trade and Security on the Table

President Joe Biden and China's President Xi Jinping sat down for a private chat during a summit in South America. This was their third and last meeting as Biden's presidency comes to an end. The main topic? China's trade practices and how they affect the US and its allies. Biden made it clear that

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Nov 16 2024POLITICS

Trump's Pick for Intelligence Chief Sparks Controversy

Donald Trump's choice of Tulsi Gabbard for director of national intelligence has sparked a storm of criticism from Democratic lawmakers. They argue that Gabbard, a former House representative, is too cozy with Russia to lead the country's intelligence agency. Jason Crow, a House Democrat from Colora

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Nov 16 2024POLITICS

Pete Hegseth and His Controversial Nomination: A Closer Look

Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump's pick for secretary of defense, has sparked concern among experts due to his extreme right views and activism on social media. Hegseth, who has joined the army but has no government experience, has shown extreme ideas through his tattoos, social media posts, and books. Ex

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Nov 16 2024SPORTS

Meet Alex Sarr: The French-Senegalese NBA Rookie

The Washington Wizards have big hopes for their new rookie, Alex Sarr. Picked second in this year's NBA Draft, Sarr is seen as a future cornerstone for the team. But his journey hasn't been without bumps. In the Summer League, he struggled, going 0 for 15 against the Trail Blazers. Fans quickly dubb

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Nov 14 2024POLITICS

Palestinians Displaced: Who's to Blame?

Recently, Human Rights Watch (HRW) released a report that strongly accuses Israel of causing mass displacement of Palestinians in Gaza. This is not just any displacement; it's forced and deliberate, says HRW. The report comes at a time when the situation in Gaza is horrible. A lot of it has been red

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Nov 14 2024POLITICS

Tulsi Gabbard Tapped for Intel Role: A Surprising Pick

In a move that's raising eyebrows, President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Tulsi Gabbard, a former Democratic congresswoman and presidential hopeful, to lead the nation's intelligence community. Gabbard, who recently joined the Republican Party, is known for her military service and strong opinions,

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Nov 14 2024BUSINESS

U. S. Unscripted TV Producers Pivot to International Market for Survival

Facing a slump in the U. S. market, small to mid-sized unscripted TV producers are looking abroad for work. Recently, more American accents were heard at the MIPCOM market in Cannes. Producers like Lucky 8, known for shows like "60 Days In, " are exploring co-productions and deals with international

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Nov 14 2024POLITICS

President Biden: A Chance to Restore Order in Gaza

Hey there! You know how the world seems to be shifting its stance, with leaders from BRICS nations finding their footing? Well, the U. S. and its allies have been taking hits to their reputation lately, especially with the war in Gaza. President Biden has a chance to turn things around before he lea

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