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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 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 24 2025BUSINESS

Lithium Rush: U. S. Eyes Stake in Canadian Mining Firm

The U. S. government is looking to get a piece of the action in the lithium mining world. They are in talks with Lithium Americas, a Canadian company, about taking an equity stake. This comes as they renegotiate a big loan for a mine in Nevada. Lithium Americas' stock shot up on the news. It more t

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Sep 22 2025POLITICS

Who Owns Bagram Air Base?

Bagram Air Base, a major U. S. military site for nearly 20 years, is now at the center of a dispute. The Taliban, who took control of the base after the U. S. withdrawal in 2021, are refusing to hand it back. Former U. S. President Donald Trump has been pushing to retake the base, even hinting at ta

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Sep 21 2025POLITICS

A U. S. Attorney Steps Down: Politics or Principle?

A U. S. Attorney in Virginia, Erik Siebert, left his job after facing pressure from the Trump administration. They wanted him to charge New York Attorney General Letitia James with a crime, but he didn't find enough proof. Siebert thanked his team for their hard work before leaving. Trump then anno

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Sep 21 2025POLITICS

New Pentagon Rules: Journalists Face Tough Choices

The Pentagon has introduced a new rule that could change how journalists report on military matters. Starting now, reporters must agree to use only pre-approved information when covering the Defense Department. If they refuse, they risk losing their press credentials. This move is part of a broader

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Sep 20 2025POLITICS

Venezuelans' US Protections: A Legal Tug-of-War

The Trump administration is once again at the supreme court's doorstep, this time seeking to end protections for Venezuelans living in the US. The request comes after a federal judge ruled that the homeland security secretary, Kristi Noem, overstepped her authority by trying to end these protections

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Sep 19 2025POLITICS

Why Trump Wants Back into Afghanistan

Trump's recent remarks about potentially returning U. S. troops to Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan have sparked discussions. This idea comes years after the U. S. left the country in a hurried and chaotic manner. Trump mentioned this during a press event with the British Prime Minister, linking it to

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Sep 18 2025POLITICS

Trump's Bold Move: Antifa in the Crosshairs

Former President Donald Trump made a significant announcement on his Truth Social platform. He declared that he would label Antifa, the far-left anti-fascist movement, as a terrorist organization. This news broke early Thursday morning UK time. Trump's statement was direct and forceful. He called A

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Sep 10 2025POLITICS

FBI Veterans Fight Back: Loyalty or Justice?

Three top FBI agents have taken the Trump administration to court, claiming they were fired for not bending to political pressure. These agents, with decades of experience, say they were let go just before they could retire, all because they wouldn't play along with what they describe as a vendetta.

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