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Nov 04 2025POLITICS

Big Decisions Ahead: The Tariff Showdown at the Supreme Court

The Supreme Court is about to tackle a major issue: President Trump's power to impose tariffs. This case could shake up the president's economic plans. Scott Bessent, the Treasury Secretary, is planning to be there. He wants a front-row seat to the arguments. He thinks this case is super important

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Nov 04 2025WEATHER

Shaking Ground in Afghanistan: Lives Lost and Many Hurt

A sudden and strong earthquake hit northern Afghanistan. It was a 6. 3 on the Richter scale. This happened close to the big city of Mazar-e-Sharif. The U. S. Geological Survey shared this news. People are still figuring out how bad the damage is. Right now, we know at least 20 people died. More tha

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Nov 04 2025POLITICS

Trump's Trade Wars: A Supreme Court Showdown

The Supreme Court is set to tackle a big question: Are Trump's tariffs legal? This isn't just any case; it's a major test for the president's trade policies. Trump has been pushing for tariffs for decades. He finally made it official policy this year, slapping tariffs on almost every trading partne

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Nov 01 2025FINANCE

Shopping Online Just Got Pricier: Here's Why

A big change in how packages are taxed might make online shopping more expensive. Until recently, items worth less than $800 could enter the country without extra fees. But that rule ended in August, and it could mean higher prices for shoppers. This change could hit consumers harder than they thin

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Nov 01 2025POLITICS

Small Businesses Fight Back Against Trump's Tariffs

The U. S. Supreme Court is set to hear a big case about tariffs. It's not just any case, though. It's about small businesses fighting back against tariffs imposed by former President Donald Trump. The man leading this charge is Rick Woldenberg, CEO of Learning Resources, a family-run educational toy

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Oct 31 2025LIFESTYLE

Saying Goodbye: A Look at Local Farewells and How to Share Them

A beloved local spot, LW’s Bierstube, is shutting its doors today in Inver Grove Heights. This is not just about a place closing; it’s a reminder of how often we say goodbye in life. Whether it’s a favorite hangout or a loved one, knowing how to share these farewells is important. When someone pass

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Oct 30 2025POLITICS

Senate Challenges Trump's Global Trade Moves

The Senate recently made a strong statement against President Trump's global tariffs. This was the third time in one week that the Senate opposed the president's trade policies. The vote was tight, with 51 senators voting to block the tariffs and 47 against. Some Republicans, including Mitch McConne

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Oct 30 2025POLITICS

Trump and Xi: A Trade Truce or Just a Time-Out?

In a surprising turn, Trump has decided to cut some tariffs on China after a chat with Xi Jinping. This move comes after both leaders had a long talk in South Korea. Trump is now reducing the tariffs on certain Chinese goods from 20% to 10%. This change means the total tariff rate on Chinese product

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Oct 30 2025POLITICS

Trump's Trade Tantrum: Who Pays the Price?

The world's economy is a complex web, already facing challenges like climate change and geopolitical tensions. Adding reckless political decisions to the mix is like throwing fuel on a fire. This is exactly what happened when President Trump decided to impose an extra 10% tariff on all Canadian good

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Oct 30 2025POLITICS

Trump Cuts China Tariffs After High-Level Talk

The U. S. president, Donald Trump, made a big move after chatting with China's leader, Xi. He said he'd lower tariffs on Chinese goods by 10%. This means the tariffs will drop to 47% now. The talk between these two leaders was a major part of Trump's trip to Asia. It's important because the U. S. an

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