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Oct 31 2024POLITICS

Argentina's President Swaps Foreign Ministers After UN Vote on Cuba

Argentina’s President Javier Milei has replaced his Foreign Affairs Minister Diana Mondino. This change came after Mondino supported a UN vote to lift the US embargo on Cuba. Milei, who took office late in 2023, is known for his pro-United States stance. He has been distancing Argentina from leftist

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

America's Clean Future: What's Next After 2025?

Imagine it's January 20, 2025. President Kamala Harris steps into office and announces a plan to fight climate change within her first 100 days. She wants to cut energy costs and jumpstart a clean industrial boom. Lawmakers from both sides agree that we need to reduce emissions and strengthen our ec

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Oct 27 2024POLITICS

Afghanistan and China: New Trade Ties in the Making

China has made a bold move, offering the Taliban-led Afghanistan tariff-free access to its industries. This could mean big things for both countries. China wants to tap into Afghanistan's rich mineral resources, like lithium and copper, which could help its economy. Meanwhile, the Taliban, who took

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Hot Topic: Biden's New Plan to Help Struggling Student Loan Borrowers

Are you drowning in student loan debt due to unexpected hardships? The Biden administration has come up with a new idea to help out. On Friday, they proposed a plan that might forgive loans for people hit by serious problems like natural disasters or huge medical bills. It's still not clear exactly

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Former Trump Officials Back Kelly's Warning: Trump's Dangerous Leadership

A group of 13 former Trump White House officials have come together to support ex-chief of staff John Kelly's recent criticism of Donald Trump. In an open letter, they praised Kelly for calling out Trump's fascist tendencies. These lifelong Republicans, including former press secretary Stephanie Gri

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Oct 25 2024EDUCATION

Helping 8 Million Struggling Students: A New Plan for Debt Relief

Imagine having a hard time paying your student loans because life threw you some unexpected curveballs. The U. S. Education Department has proposed new rules that could provide debt relief for nearly 8 million borrowers facing financial hardships. These hardships might include high medical costs, ch

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Oct 25 2024BUSINESS

Weapons Scanner Company Evolv Admits to Employee Misconduct

Evolv Technology, the firm behind New York City's subway weapons scanners, revealed some staff got into trouble while making deals. The company says this happened between mid-2022 and mid-2023, affecting sales to one of their biggest partners. These employees didn't tell Evolv's finance folks about

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Oct 22 2024POLITICS

The Hidden Policy Discussions of Presidential Campaigns

Imagine sitting in on the private briefings that presidential candidates get before they hit the campaign trail. These aren't the polished speeches or talking points you see on TV. Instead, they're the raw, unfiltered policy discussions that help shape a candidate's platform. The podcast "Beyond Tal

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Oct 22 2024POLITICS

Michigan Senate Race: EVs Spark Debate

Mike Rogers, a former Republican representative, is making electric vehicles (EVs) a hot topic in his campaign for the Michigan Senate. He's criticizing Democrat Elissa Slotkin and the Biden administration for promoting EVs, claiming they want to force everyone to drive electric cars. Slotkin, howev

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Oct 22 2024HEALTH

Healthcare Crisis: A Doctor's Perspective on Trump's Policies

Dr. Jane, an ER doctor in a small rural town, has seen the real impact of healthcare policies over the past 20 years. She's watched patients struggle with no insurance, often ending up in the ER for issues that could have been prevented with regular care. She remembers a man with COPD who couldn't a

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