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Jul 03 2025BUSINESS

Trash Trouble: Workers Strike, Towns Pile Up

In Massachusetts, a big problem is growing as sanitation workers go on strike. Over 450 workers from Republic Services, who are part of the Teamsters Local 25 union, have stopped working. They are asking for better pay and benefits. This strike is affecting many towns, leaving trash and recycling pi

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Jun 24 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Brandy and Monica Team Up for Epic Tour

Brandy and Monica are back together, and fans are in for a treat. They are going on their first-ever joint tour, called "The Boy Is Mine Tour, " starting October 16th in Cincinnati. The tour will hit 24 cities across the U. S. , including big names like Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and New York, wrapping

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Jun 24 2025EDUCATION

Chicago's Education Battle: Money, Politics, and the Fight for Schools

Chicago is in a tough spot when it comes to schools. The city's teachers' union leader, Stacy Davis Gates, recently spoke out against Trump's policies. She said they're hurting public education. The union just got a big contract worth $1. 5 billion over four years. But the school district is facing

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Jun 22 2025POLITICS

A Palestinian Activist's Long-Awaited Freedom

The Trump administration's detention of Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian rights activist and Columbia University graduate, ended after 104 days. Khalil, a legal permanent resident of the US, was finally reunited with his family in New Jersey. His detention had sparked widespread outrage, as it was seen

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Jun 21 2025CELEBRITIES

A Tense Family Gathering: The Richards-Umansky Reunion

It was a tense moment for many when Kyle Richards and her estranged husband Mauricio Umansky reunited at a Beverly Hills restaurant. This awkward encounter happened two years after their surprising separation. The occasion was Alexia's 29th birthday celebration. The pair shared a stiff hug as they a

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Jun 20 2025SPORTS

Concussions in Rugby: What Do Players and Fans Really Think?

Rugby union is a sport that thrills fans with its intensity. However, it also comes with significant risks, especially when it comes to concussions. To tackle this issue, it is crucial to understand what players, coaches, and fans think about these risks and how to prevent them. Why is this importa

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Jun 17 2025EDUCATION

New York City's Education Crisis: Time for Real Change

New York City's public schools are in deep trouble. The city spends a staggering 41 billion dollars on education each year. This is the biggest chunk of the city's 115 billion dollar budget. Yet, the results are far from impressive. Nearly half of the fourth-graders in the city struggle with basic r

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Jun 16 2025EDUCATION

How Young Activists in Buenos Aires are Shaping Social Change

Young people in Buenos Aires are making waves in the world of social activism. They are part of university student unions. These groups are more than just clubs. They are hubs for critical thinking and action. This is not just about having opinions. It is about understanding the root causes of socia

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Jun 14 2025POLITICS

Unions Marching to a Different Beat

The stage is set for a massive wave of protests across the USA. More than 1, 500 rallies are planned for the same day as the Army’s 250th anniversary military parade in Washington DC. This is not just any protest. It is a coordinated effort by several major unions. The American Federation of Tea

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Jun 14 2025POLITICS

Farmworkers Fear: How Immigration Enforcement Affects Food on Your Table

Farmworkers across the nation are living in fear. Why? Immigration enforcement is ramping up, and it's hitting close to home. Literally. These workers are the ones who pick the fruits and vegetables you eat. They're the ones who help put food on your table. Recently, federal agents have been sweepi

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