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Jul 29 2025POLITICS

Federal Workers Get Green Light to Talk Religion at Work

The Trump administration has given federal employees the go-ahead to discuss and promote their religious beliefs at work. This move is part of a broader effort to increase the role of religion in government jobs. A recent memo from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) says workers can talk about

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Jul 28 2025BUSINESS

Boeing Workers Stand Firm: Contract Talks Hit a Snag

Workers at Boeing's St. Louis plant have made their voices heard. They've said no to the latest contract offer. The vote was clear. Over 80% of the union members rejected the deal. The offer promised a 20% pay raise over four years. But the workers wanted more. They feel their hard work isn't being

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Jul 25 2025TECHNOLOGY

America's New AI Push: Can It Outpace China?

In a move to strengthen America's position in the global tech arena, a former high-ranking lawyer from the Department of Government Efficiency has established the AI Innovation Council. This initiative aligns with President Trump's recent executive actions aimed at loosening regulations on the tech

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Jul 25 2025POLITICS

Unraveling the 2016 Election: A New Investigation Takes Shape

In a surprising turn of events, the US Justice Department has set up a special team to look into some serious claims about the Obama administration's actions during the 2016 election. This investigation is focused on whether Obama and his team used false information to suggest that Russia meddled in

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Jul 23 2025POLITICS

The Strange Case of Alina Habba: A Legal Puzzle in New Jersey

Alina Habba, a lawyer known for defending former President Donald Trump, was appointed as the interim US Attorney for New Jersey. This move raised eyebrows because she had no prior experience as a prosecutor. During her short time in office, Habba targeted several Democratic officials, including New

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Jul 20 2025CRYPTO

Crypto Gets a Big Boost: New Law Aims to Protect Investors

President Donald Trump has put his signature on a new law that's set to shake up the crypto world. This law, called the GENIUS Act, is all about making sure people feel safe when they're dealing with stablecoins. These are a type of cryptocurrency that's tied to things like the U. S. dollar, so they

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Jul 19 2025HEALTH

Celebrating Black Moms: A Fresh Look at Health and Happiness

When we talk about Black moms' health, it's usually all doom and gloom. We hear a lot about the bad stuff, like how Black moms face more risks and challenges. But that's not the whole story. Black moms also have stories of joy, strength, and thriving. It's time to focus on those stories too. For a

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Jul 18 2025POLITICS

Wasted Shots: How U. S. Missed the Mark on Mpox Vaccines for Africa

A big chance to help was lost. Almost 800, 000 doses of mpox vaccine, promised to African nations, are now useless. They expired because they weren't sent in time. This was part of a bigger plan by the Biden team. They wanted to send over 1 million doses to Africa. But, only a small part of that pro

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Jul 16 2025POLITICS

New Rules Lock Up Immigrants Longer

The Trump administration has introduced a new rule. It stops many immigrants from getting bond hearings. These are people who entered the U. S. without proper documents. Now, they must stay in detention while waiting for deportation. This process can take a long time, even years. An ICE spokesperso

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Jul 16 2025POLITICS

Pam Bondi's Leadership: A Critical Look

Pam Bondi, the current Attorney General, is under fire for her handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case and other controversies. Her leadership has been questioned due to a series of missteps and failures. The Department of Justice (DOJ) under her leadership has a poor track record in court, winning onl

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