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Mar 29 2025POLITICS

Utah's Film Scene: New Festival on the Horizon After Sundance's Departure

The Sundance Film Festival, a major event in Utah, is set to move to Boulder, Colorado, in 2027. This news came as a shock to many, but Utah's governor, Spencer Cox, is already looking ahead. He plans to use the funds originally allocated for Sundance to create a new film festival in the state. This move is part of a broader effort to build a strong film industry in ...

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Mar 27 2025POLITICS

A Georgia Politician's Tense Chat With a Foreign Reporter

A Georgia politician, Marjorie Taylor Greene, made headlines when she had a tense exchange with a foreign reporter. The incident occurred during a press meeting where Greene was asked about a sensitive topic. The reporter, Martha Kelner from Sky News, wanted to know more about a Signal chat that included U. S. defense plans. The chat had accidentally included Jeffre...

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Mar 25 2025POLITICS

Greenland's Stand Against Unwanted US Visitors

Greenland is in the middle of a political storm. The government there has made it clear that they did not invite any US officials to visit. This comes after some big names from the US, including the national security adviser and the wife of the vice-president, planned a trip to the island. They said it was a private visit to watch a dog sledding contest and check out...

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Mar 17 2025POLITICS

A Doctor's Fight for Justice in Lebanon

A doctor, Rasha Alawieh, is currently in Lebanon, waiting for a judge to decide if the Trump administration broke a court order by deporting her. She is a specialist in kidney medicine and was working at Rhode Island Hospital. The judge in Boston wanted to know why she was sent back to Lebanon, even though there was a court order to stop her deportation. The judge ha...

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Mar 15 2025SCIENCE

Astronauts Launch to Space Station: A New Crew Takes the Stage

Four brave astronauts are set to embark on a journey to the International Space Station tonight. The launch is scheduled for 7:03 p. m. EDT. The crew includes NASA astronauts Anne McClain and Nichole Ayers, along with Takuya Onishi from the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency, and Russian cosmonaut Kirill Peskov. This is the second try to launch the Falcon 9 rocket af...

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Mar 11 2025POLITICS

Green Energy Funds Frozen: A Battle Over Climate Change Investments

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under President Trump has frozen billions in funds meant for climate-friendly projects. The money was awarded through the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, a program created by the Inflation Reduction Act. This fund, worth nearly $7 billion, was intended to finance clean energy and climate-friendly projects through nonprofits li...

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Mar 09 2025POLITICS

DJ Daniel: A Young Hero's Inspiring Journey

DJ Daniel, a 13-year-old cancer survivor, has captured the hearts of many. His journey began with a shocking diagnosis at just six years old. His mother, Demitra Johnson, recalls the terrifying moment when DJ's body stiffened and he started foaming at the mouth. They rushed him to the hospital, where a CAT scan revealed Stage 3 brain cancer and a tumor the size of a ...

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Mar 01 2025POLITICS

Trump's Wobbly Words on Putin and Zelensky

Trump's recent comments on Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky have left many people scratching their heads. During a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron, Trump was asked if he would label Putin a "dictator. " Instead of giving a clear answer, Trump responded with a vague, "I don't take those words lightly. " He went on to say, "Let's see what happens. I ...

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Feb 28 2025POLITICS

Political Drama Over Labor Department Pick

The Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions recently made a big move. They voted 13-9 to push forward Lori Chavez-DeRemer's nomination to head the Department of Labor. This former Republican congresswoman from Oregon was chosen by President Trump for the job. During her confirmation hearing on February 19, things got a bit heated. Republican senato...

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Feb 21 2025POLITICS

Pennsylvania's Political Divide: A Congresswoman's Controversial Stance

In January, a Pennsylvania congresswoman stirred up controversy. She posted a message on her social media account. She said that white supremacy and xenophobia are the real values of the political right. She claimed these values are not from the teachings of Christ. This statement sparked a heated debate. It also raised questions about her views on her constituents. ...

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