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Jan 29 2026POLITICS

Science Under Siege: The Impact of Trump's Policies on Research

The Trump administration's goals have been clear from the start: shrink the federal government, boost presidential power, tighten immigration, and challenge universities for their perceived leftist ideologies. These aims have hit American science hard. Billions in research grants have been cut or fr

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Jan 29 2026FINANCE

Bonds: Not So Safe Anymore?

Bonds used to be the go-to for keeping investments steady. But now, things have changed. More debt and higher interest rates are shaking things up. This makes bonds less reliable as a safety net. Governments are borrowing more. Interest rates are staying high for a while. This mix is making bonds r

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Jan 29 2026POLITICS

Minneapolis Stands Firm Amid Immigration Tensions

Minneapolis is in the spotlight again, this time because of a heated exchange between the city's mayor and the president. Jacob Frey, the city's mayor, has made it clear that Minneapolis won't help federal agents enforce immigration laws. This didn't sit well with President Trump, who warned Frey th

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Jan 28 2026POLITICS

Trump's Minneapolis Mess: When Even Allies Panicked

The situation in Minneapolis was spiraling out of control. A U. S. citizen, Alex Pretti, was killed by immigration agents. The government claimed he was a threat. But videos showed a different story. Pretti was unarmed and pinned down when agents shot him. This sparked protests and outrage nationwid

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Jan 28 2026POLITICS

The Unlikely Fallout: How a Single Incident Shake Up the Trump Administration

The recent killing of Alex Pretti, an intensive care nurse, by border patrol agents in Minneapolis has sparked a wave of criticism and internal strife within the Trump administration. At the center of this controversy is Stephen Miller, a key figure known for his hardline immigration policies. Mill

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Jan 28 2026POLITICS

Indonesia's Rescue Agency Faces Budget Cuts Amid Rising Disasters

Indonesia's government has decided to reduce the budget for its main rescue agency, Basarnas. This decision comes even though the country faces more and more disasters. The cuts were approved by a parliamentary panel. They reduced the budget by 69. 38 billion rupiah, or about 4. 5%. This money will

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Jan 28 2026POLITICS

Kids Cash Boost: What You Need to Know About the New Trump Accounts

The Trump administration has rolled out a new program called Trump Accounts. It's a way to give every newborn a financial head start. Here's how it works: when a baby is born, the government puts $1, 000 into an account. This money is then invested in the stock market. The child can't touch it until

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Jan 28 2026HEALTH

Tobacco Ads on Instagram: A Loophole for Young Eyes

Tobacco companies are finding clever ways to bypass Instagram's rules meant to keep their ads away from young people. A recent study found that underage users could easily access tobacco-related content almost half the time. This is a big deal because Instagram is supposed to block these posts from

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Jan 28 2026OPINION

Why Borders Matter: A Look at U. S. Immigration Policies

Borders are important. They define a country and its people. Without them, a nation loses its identity and the rights that come with it. Some politicians and activists argue that no one is illegal, but this idea can be harmful. It challenges the concept of citizenship and the rules that keep a count

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Jan 28 2026POLITICS

Honduras Elects New Leader Amid Controversy and Promises

A new leader has taken the helm in Honduras, bringing with him a mix of promises and controversies. Nasry Asfura, a businessman with political experience, has been sworn in as the president. He's making big claims about what he'll do for the country, like creating jobs, fighting crime, and improving

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