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Mar 30 2025POLITICS

Money Talks: Big Spenders in Wisconsin's Court Battle

Wisconsin is in the spotlight for a heated Supreme Court election. The state's top legal official, Josh Kaul, has asked the state's Supreme Court to halt billionaire Elon Musk's plan to give away $1 million checks to two voters. This request came just before Musk's planned giveaway at a rally suppor

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Mar 30 2025POLITICS

The 3rd Term Talk: Trump's Ambition and the Constitution

The idea of serving more than two terms as president is not new. It has been discussed before. In fact, it was a hot topic in 2023. The 22nd Amendment to the U. S. Constitution clearly states that no one can be elected president more than twice. This rule was added in 1951, after Franklin D. Roo

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Mar 30 2025POLITICS

The Comedy Showdown at the White House Dinner

The annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner is a big event. It is a night where reporters and government officials come together. It is supposed to be fun and light-hearted. But lately, it has become tense and political. This year, the dinner is on April 26th. The White House Correspondents’ Assoc

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Mar 30 2025OPINION

America's Long-Lost Love Affair with Canada

The idea that the United States might one day annex Canada might seem like a sudden, bizarre notion. However, this idea has been around for a long time, even before the United States became a country. Many familiar names from American history have been involved in these attempts. The approaches have

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Mar 30 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Future of Power: Long-Lasting Nuclear Batteries

The world is buzzing with gadgets that need frequent charging. This is a problem. Smartphones, electric cars, and other devices rely on lithium-ion batteries. These batteries have some serious drawbacks. They need to be recharged often and they are not great for the environment. Mining lithium

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Mar 30 2025WEATHER

Stormy Skies: The Airports Most Hit by Lightning

Lightning is a serious threat to the aviation world. It causes many delays and puts people in danger. It is responsible for keeping planes on the ground and making passengers wait. This is especially true in certain parts of the world. In Southeast Asia, for example, lightning is a big problem.

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Mar 30 2025CRIME

Why Do Women Keep Quiet About Partner Violence?

When it comes to intimate partner violence, or IPV, it is a widespread issue that has serious consequences. Many victims choose not to share their experiences with the police. This decision can make it tough for them to get the help they need. So, what makes a woman decide to report her partner's ab

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Mar 30 2025HEALTH

The Network Juggernaut: Ontario's Unique Approach to Complex Problems

Ontario, Canada, has seen a rise in large, intricate networks. These networks tackle tricky health and social issues. They have a strong, centralised leadership group. This group is known as a network administrative organisation or NAO. The NAO and its member networks grow together. They shape each

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Mar 30 2025SCIENCE

The Power of a Tiny Fungus: Citric Acid's Big Role

Citric acid is a big deal. It's everywhere, from your favorite drinks to your skincare products. This tiny molecule is the most used organic acid on the planet. It's not just about taste or smell. It's about health, too. Citric acid is a key player in the pharmaceutical world. Why is citric acid so

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Mar 30 2025SCIENCE

Mining the Microbial World of Rajpardi Lignite

The Rajpardi lignite mine in Gujarat, India, is home to a thriving world of microbes. These tiny organisms play a big role in the environment. To understand their impact, researchers used a method called metagenomics. This involves sequencing the DNA of all the microbes in a sample to see what they

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