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Jan 17 2026HEALTH

Supreme Court to Decide if Roundup Lawsuits Can Continue

The U. S. Supreme Court has decided to take on a significant case involving Bayer and its popular weedkiller, Roundup. The issue at hand is whether people can sue Bayer for cancer claims under state laws, given that the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has not found Roundup to be a cancer

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Jan 17 2026CRIME

Privacy in the Digital Age: Supreme Court Takes on Tech and Crime

The Supreme Court has decided to tackle a significant issue: whether police can use tech to track people's phones during investigations. This case, Chatrie v. United States, revolves around a man named Okello T. Chatrie, who is currently in prison for a bank robbery that happened near Richmond, Virg

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Jan 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

Police Tracking: Where Do We Draw the Line?

In a world where technology is everywhere, a big question arises: how much should police be allowed to dig into our phones? The Supreme Court is currently tackling this issue, focusing on something called geofence warrants. These warrants let law enforcement gather location data from all phones in a

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Jan 17 2026POLITICS

Supreme Court's Busy Tuesday: Tariff Ruling on the Horizon?

The Supreme Court has set Tuesday as the next day to announce its decisions. This is part of their usual routine. They did not specify which cases are ready. But they did say that rulings could come when the justices meet at 10:00 a. m. Washington time. The world is eagerly waiting for a decision o

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Jan 15 2026POLITICS

Illinois Judges: Who Picks the Next One?

In Illinois, judges have a unique way of choosing their successors. When a judge steps down, other judges often pick who will fill the vacant seat. This is not a new practice. It has been part of the state's constitution since 1970. Mary Jane Theis, a judge from Chicago, is about to retire. She has

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Jan 14 2026POLITICS

A Fair Shot for Girls in Sports

In a small town in West Virginia, a young girl named Adaleia was thrilled to make her middle school track team. Her parents were proud, helping her practice and cheering her on. But their joy turned to concern when they discovered a biological male, referred to as B. P. J. , was competing on the gir

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Jan 14 2026POLITICS

The Battle for Fair Play: Trans Athletes and the Supreme Court Showdown

Outside the Supreme Court, a heated debate unfolded between two groups with opposing views on trans athletes in women's sports. One side, wearing shirts with "XX-XY, " faced off against another group dressed in pink, white, and blue, some in costumes, others barely dressed. The scene turned intense

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Jan 14 2026POLITICS

Transgender Rights: A Battle Beyond the Playing Field

The Supreme Court is currently tackling a big issue: should transgender girls be allowed to play on female sports teams? This isn't just about sports. It's about fairness, equality, and the rights of transgender people. Jazz Jennings, a well-known transgender advocate, shared her personal story. Sh

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Jan 14 2026POLITICS

The Debate Over Fair Play: Who Gets to Compete in Women's Sports?

The Supreme Court is tackling a big question: Should states be allowed to stop biological males who identify as women from joining women's sports teams? This case could change the rules for sports across the country. Outside the court, two big groups showed up to make their voices heard. One side w

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Jan 14 2026POLITICS

Who Gets to Play? The Big Debate Over Transgender Athletes

The Supreme Court is looking at two big cases that could change who can play in girls' and women's sports. The question is: Should states be able to stop transgender athletes from joining these teams? Inside the court, lawyers for transgender athletes say the bans are unfair. They argue that these

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