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Nov 23 2025POLITICS

John Deaton: The Republican's New Hope for Massachusetts Senate

John Deaton, a lawyer and crypto enthusiast, has been chosen by the Massachusetts Republican Party to run for the U. S. Senate. This is his second attempt after a failed bid last year against Senator Elizabeth Warren. The party sees him as a strong candidate, especially since he already has significant support from voters. Deaton is gearing up to challenge either Se...

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Nov 23 2025EDUCATION

A Professor's Fight: Was Texas A&M Fair?

A professor at Texas A&M University is back in the spotlight after a committee said the school made a mistake by firing her. The professor, Melissa McCoul, was let go earlier this year after a video of her class went viral. In the video, a student questioned a lesson about gender identity. The committee found that the university did not follow the right steps to fir...

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Nov 22 2025POLITICS

American Senators Slam US-Ukraine Peace Plan

American senators expressed strong disapproval of a recent U. S. peace proposal for Ukraine during an international security conference. The plan, which was developed without Ukraine's input, has been criticized for giving in to many of Russia's demands, including territorial concessions that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has repeatedly refused. Senator An...

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Nov 22 2025SPORTS

Weekend College Football: What to Watch and Why It Matters

College football's Week 13 is not packed with thrilling matchups. Some of this is due to conferences being too big, others are taking a break, and the SEC is playing easy teams. Out of the top 10 teams, three aren't playing, two face much weaker opponents, and three are favorites by a huge margin. Still, there are some important games that could affect who makes it ...

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Nov 22 2025POLITICS

Safety in the Nation's Capital: A Call for Stronger Law Enforcement

Recent events have put a spotlight on the rising crime rates in Washington, D. C. Members of Congress and federal employees have become targets of violent crimes. Representatives Angie Craig and Henry Cuellar were attacked, and a congressional intern was tragically killed. This situation is unacceptable, and urgent action is needed to ensure the safety of those who w...

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Nov 22 2025POLITICS

Chicago's Week in Review: News, Sports, and Surprises

This week in Chicago, a lot happened. Let's start with the big news. Congress made a move to get the Justice Department to share its files on Jeffrey Epstein. President Trump signed the bill, giving the department 30 days to hand over the documents. Meanwhile, Tom Pritzker, a billionaire and cousin of Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, was mentioned in documents from the...

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Nov 22 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Qatar and Sony Team Up to Boost Arabic Films

Qatar's Film Committee and Sony Pictures International Productions have joined forces to create a series of Arabic-language films. This partnership is part of Qatar's bigger plan to grow its entertainment industry. The deal was announced at the first-ever Doha Film Festival's Industry Days. It's one of several agreements that Qatar has made with big-name Hollywood st...

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Nov 22 2025POLITICS

Congressman Cory Mills Faces Serious Allegations and Ethics Probe

Rep. Cory Mills, a Florida Republican, is under the spotlight for some serious issues. The House Ethics Committee has decided to look into several claims against him. These include possible campaign finance rule breaks, misuse of congressional resources, and even allegations of dating violence or sexual misconduct. A Florida judge has already taken action. Mills is ...

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Nov 22 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The War That Set the Stage for Star Wars

Before the Clone Wars, there was another conflict that shaped the galaxy in Star Wars. It's called the Stark Hyperspace War. This war happened about 12 years before the events of "The Phantom Menace. " It was a time when the Galactic Republic was already struggling with big problems. The war started because of a man named Iaco Stark. He was a smuggler who became a h...

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Nov 22 2025CRIME

UK's War on Dirty Money: What's Really Happening?

The UK's crackdown on money laundering linked to Russia is making waves. Over 128 people have been arrested, and authorities have seized $32. 6 million in cash and crypto. This is all part of Operation Destabilise, which started making headlines in 2024. The operation has uncovered some shocking details. Launderers have been active in at least 28 UK towns and cities...

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