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Feb 19 2025BUSINESS

Tesla's Sales Slip: Is Musk's Politics to Blame?

Tesla is facing a tough time with sales dropping for the first time ever. This isn't a big deal for most companies, but Tesla had been growing super fast. In 2023, sales went down by 1% and in January 2024, sales were down 24% from December 2023. This isn't surprising because Tesla usually has a big

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Feb 19 2025POLITICS

Science in the Spotlight: Brazil's Pandemic Politics

Brazil's response to the Covid-19 pandemic was anything but straightforward. In 2021, the Brazilian parliament launched a major investigation. The goal was to look into claims that President Jair Bolsonaro ignored expert advice. Worse, he was accused of actively encouraging the spread of the virus.

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Feb 19 2025POLITICS

Trump's Orders Spark Exodus: A Look at the Fallout

The Trump administration is making waves, and not in a good way. A seasoned federal prosecutor, Denise Cheung, recently resigned. Why? Because she refused to follow an order from her superiors. The order? To tell a bank to seize assets without enough evidence. Cheung, who had been with the Justice D

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Feb 19 2025POLITICS

Pentagon's Money Pit: Where Taxpayer Dollars Go to Waste

The Pentagon has a serious problem. It can't keep track of how it spends its massive budget. We're talking about nearly a trillion dollars a year. That's a lot of zeros and a lot of money. Last year, the Pentagon failed its seventh audit in a row. This means they couldn't show how they spent all th

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Feb 19 2025POLITICS

Sudan's Power Struggle: A New Government in the Making?

In the heart of Nairobi, a significant political gathering took place. The Rapid Support Forces, a key player in Sudan's ongoing civil war, hosted a grand event. Hundreds of supporters cheered as Abdul Rahim Dagalo, the group's deputy leader, arrived. Despite being under U. S. sanctions, Dagalo's pr

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Feb 19 2025POLITICS

Europe's Worry: Is America's Support Still Reliable?

The recent actions of the U. S. president have left European allies questioning the strength of their bond. A speech by the Vice President at the Munich Security Conference sparked controversy. The Vice President suggested that the biggest threat to Europe is not external forces like Russia or China

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Feb 19 2025HEALTH

Kenya's Health Journey: What Can We Learn?

Kenya's push for universal health coverage during President Uhuru Kenyatta's second term, from 2017 to 2022, was a rollercoaster ride. The technical teams behind the reforms had to juggle a lot. They had to stick to the plan while considering past experiences and balancing technical needs with polit

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Feb 18 2025POLITICS

Argentina's Ex-President Faces Serious Allegations

A federal judge in Argentina has taken a big step. He decided there is enough proof to formally charge former President Alberto Fernández with hurting his ex-partner, Fabiola Yáñez. This isn't just about a few bruises. The judge said the incidents happened twice and were part of a bigger pattern of

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Feb 18 2025POLITICS

Saudi Arabia's Big Move: Mediation between US and Russia

Saudi Arabia is stepping into the spotlight by hosting crucial talks between the US and Russia. This isn't just about providing a venue; the kingdom aims to play a significant role in mediating the discussion. The talks, happening in Saudi Arabia, are seen as a big win for Crown Prince Mohammed bin

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Feb 17 2025POLITICS

Diplomatic Moves: Saudi Arabia, Gaza, and Ukraine

Saudi Arabia is the latest stop for Secretary of State Marco Rubio on his Middle East tour. The journey started in Israel. This visit comes at a time when the Trump administration is under fire for not talking to other countries about the conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine. The Saudi embassy in Washing

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