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Sep 30 2025POLITICS

California's Tribal Power Play: Who Wins in the Casino War?

California's Native American tribes are flexing their political muscles to shut down online gaming rivals. With a recent bill sailing through the state legislature without a single opposing vote, it's clear that tribes have a strong influence in Sacramento. This power comes from their deep pockets,

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Sep 29 2025TECHNOLOGY

Apple's Upcoming Display Duel: What's Cooking?

Apple is gearing up to introduce two new external monitors, possibly hitting the market later this year or in early 2026. This move marks Apple's first foray back into the monitor market since the Apple Studio Display made its debut in 2022. The two monitors, codenamed J427 and J527, have been the

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Sep 29 2025POLITICS

The U. S. Visa System: A New Approach or a Costly Mistake?

The U. S. government has recently made significant changes to its visa system. The H-1B visa, which allows companies to hire skilled foreign workers, now comes with a much higher price tag. The fee has jumped from $2, 000 to $5, 000 to a staggering $100, 000. This change has sparked debates about it

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Sep 29 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Venice Beach's Roller-Skating Guitar Legend: Harry Perry's Unstoppable Spirit

Venice Beach is a place full of life and unique characters. One person stands out: Harry Perry. He's been a familiar sight on the boardwalk since 1974. Perry, now 75, is known for roller-skating while playing guitar. He wears a turban and visor, and he's always ready to perform. Perry's journey to

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Sep 28 2025EDUCATION

A School Leader's Sudden Detention

In a surprising turn of events, the head of Iowa's biggest school system was put on leave after being detained by immigration officials. The Des Moines school board made this decision quickly, saying they needed more time to understand the situation. They mentioned that the superintendent, Ian Rober

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Sep 28 2025SCIENCE

Sarasota's New Marine Wonderland: More Than Just an Aquarium

Sarasota is about to get a major upgrade in the world of marine science and education. The Mote Science Education Aquarium, or Mote SEA, is set to open its doors on October 8. This isn't just any aquarium; it's a $130 million facility that aims to change how people interact with and learn about mari

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Sep 28 2025TECHNOLOGY

Can AI Really Find Your Perfect Match?

Dating apps are trying to use AI to help people find love. They want to make the process more personal and less tiring. Some apps, like Bumble, are using AI to match people based on their values and goals. Others, like Sitch and Amata, are using AI to create personalized profiles and matches. Even F

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Sep 28 2025EDUCATION

Young Leaders Show Us How to Talk Differently

In a world where disagreements often turn into arguments, some young people are setting a great example. They are showing us that it's possible to talk about tough topics without getting angry or disrespectful. These students are from Bradley University. They come from different political groups, b

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Sep 28 2025EDUCATION

Minnesota's Bold Move: Teaching Resistance in Schools

Minnesota is making waves with its new social studies standards, set to roll out in fall 2026. These standards include a new "liberated" ethnic studies strand, which will be taught in classrooms across the state. Sixth-graders will dive into "Protest Art and the Movement for Black Lives, " learning

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Sep 28 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Brain Drain: How AI is Turning Us into Thoughtless Zombies

AI is becoming a big part of our lives. It's growing fast. Some people say the internet already made us less smart. Now, AI might make things even worse. The internet is full of distractions. It's hard to focus. This can change how our brains work. We might not think as deeply as before. AI tools l

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