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May 31 2025POLITICS

Public TV Fights Back: The Battle for Broadcasting Independence

The Trump administration's recent move to cut funding for public broadcasting has sparked a legal battle. PBS and a local Minnesota TV station have taken the bold step of suing the White House. Their main argument? The executive order is not just about money, but about controlling what people watch

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May 31 2025POLITICS

A Young Lawyer's Controversial Path to Power

A recent move by a prominent figure has sparked debate. A 30-year-old lawyer, Paul Ingrassia, was picked to lead a key government ethics office. This choice has raised eyebrows due to Ingrassia's connections to individuals known for their antisemitic views. Ingrassia's nomination to head the U. S.

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May 31 2025SCIENCE

Birds and Bamboo: A Hidden Partnership in the Eastern Himalayas

The Eastern Himalayas are home to a fascinating relationship between birds and bamboo. This is not just about birds living in bamboo. It is about birds that have adapted to eat specific insects found in bamboo. These insects are not found anywhere else. This makes the birds specialists in their own

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May 31 2025HEALTH

Point-of-Care TB Testing: A Game Changer in Africa?

In many developing countries, tuberculosis (TB) often goes undetected or is diagnosed too late. This delay leads to unnecessary suffering, deaths, and further spread of the disease. One promising solution is decentralized testing, which brings accurate TB diagnosis closer to where people live. The T

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May 31 2025CRIME

Crypto Wealth and Torture: A Tale of Two Traders

Two men stand accused of a horrifying crime. They are William Duplessie and John Woeltz. They are both crypto traders. They are accused of holding an Italian businessman hostage. They tortured him for weeks. They wanted his Bitcoin password. The victim was Michael Valentino Teofrasto Carturan.

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May 31 2025WEATHER

Wisconsin's Weekend Weather: Warmth and Wildfire Smoke

Wisconsin is gearing up for a warm weekend, but there's a catch. Smoke from Canadian wildfires is drifting south, bringing hazy skies and air quality concerns. This isn't just a minor issue. It's a reminder of how interconnected our environment is. The wildfires, fueled by drought in central and wes

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May 31 2025WEATHER

Weather Alert: Storms Rolling In This Afternoon

Let's start with the basics. Strong storms are on the way. This isn't a drill. It's a First Alert Weather Day. The weather is not playing nice today. It's going to be a rough afternoon and evening. This is not a surprise. The weather has been acting up for a while now. It's been a wild ride, a

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May 31 2025EDUCATION

The Future of Learning About Death in a Changing World

The world is changing fast. Climate change is a big deal. It is affecting everything and everyone. This includes how we think about death and dying. Education about death is not new. But it needs a fresh look. Especially now. It is time to think about death in a way that connects us all. This includ

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May 30 2025POLITICS

Cities Stand Firm Against Federal Pressure

The cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul have been highlighted in a federal list. These cities are known as "sanctuary cities. " They are places that limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities. The Trump Administration has issued an executive order. This order demands that these cities cha

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May 30 2025CRIME

Comedian Faces Serious Allegations in London Court

In a London courtroom, comedian Russell Brand faced serious charges. He denied accusations of rape and sexual assault involving four women. These incidents are said to have happened over 25 years ago. Brand, who is about to turn 50, is accused of two counts of rape, two counts of sexual assault, and

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