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Jan 22 2026ENVIRONMENT

Florida's Bird Battle: Flamingos vs. Mockingbirds

Florida is in the middle of a bird debate. A state lawmaker wants to change the state bird from the mockingbird to the flamingo. This isn't just about picking a favorite bird. It's about conservation and recognition. The flamingo has a strong supporter in Jim Mooney. He's been pushing for the flami

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Nov 16 2025POLITICS

Who Won the Shutdown Showdown?

The government shutdown might be over, but not everyone is happy with the outcome. Democrats feel like they gave up too much, while Republicans think they struck a fair deal. Most Americans believe that Republicans and President Trump came out on top. A recent survey asked people who were interview

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Nov 12 2025POLITICS

Government Shutdown: What's Next?

After a long break, lawmakers are back in Washington to tackle the ongoing government shutdown. The House is set to vote on a bill that the Senate passed earlier. This bill aims to reopen the government, which has been closed for nearly eight weeks. President Trump has called this a big win. There

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Nov 11 2025POLITICS

Lawmakers Rush Back to Washington Amid Chaos

The U. S. House of Representatives hurried back to Washington, dealing with major travel disruptions caused by the ongoing government shutdown. With countless flights grounded, some representatives chose alternative travel methods. One Republican representative from Wisconsin decided to drive 16 hou

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Nov 10 2025POLITICS

The Unexpected Alliance That Ended the Government Shutdown

In a surprising twist, eight Democratic senators joined forces with Republicans to break the government shutdown deadlock. This decision came after intense internal debates within the Democratic party, highlighting the challenges of finding common ground in politics. The final vote was 60 in favor

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Mar 06 2025POLITICS

Gaza's Path Forward: Promises and Pitfalls

Picture this: a narrow piece of land jammed with people, lacking resources, and constantly in turmoil. That's Gaza. Recently, a group of Arab leaders came up with an idea. They want to fix Gaza up, but without forcing out the people who live there. They also want to sideline Hamas, the group current

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Feb 03 2025FINANCE

The Hits to Your Pocket from Returning to the Office

With the return of employees to the office, changes are brewing in the world of workplace perks. Picture this: you're heading back to the office, and suddenly, those convenient benefits that made your commute smoother or your lunches tastier might be on the chopping block. Why? The government is loo

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