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Oct 25 2024EDUCATION

Waukegan Schools' Budget: Money Matters More Than Taxes?

Imagine a place where people come together to talk about taxes, but end up discussing spending instead. That's what happened at a recent hearing in Waukegan, Illinois. The Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 wanted to raise its property tax levy by almost 5% for the next school year. Sounds l

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Is Elon Musk Breaking the Law with His Secret Talks?

Elon Musk, the world's richest man and a key supporter of Donald Trump, has been having secret conversations with Russian President Vladimir Putin for at least two years, according to a recent report. This isn't just controversial – it might be a crime, says former FBI special agent Asha Rangappa.

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Foreign Powers Ramp Up Election Meddling

As the U. S. election heats up, foreign countries like Russia, China, and Iran are getting more active. Microsoft's report warns that Russian operatives are spreading fake videos to hurt Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign. Meanwhile, China is targeting candidates who criticize them, and Iran is

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Only 14% Back Putin's Foreign Policy, Poll Finds

A recent poll by independent group Chronicles discovered that only 14% of Russians actually support President Vladimir Putin's foreign policies. This result is surprising because most Russians say they support Putin overall. The survey talked to 800 people and had a small margin of error. It showed

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Rumors of North Korean Troops in Ukraine: What's Really Happening?

There's been a lot of chatter about North Korean soldiers joining Russia's war in Ukraine. Recently, some big players like the US, Ukraine, and South Korea have shared their intel that North Korean troops are training in Russia. But Russia and North Korea are quick to say, "Nope, not happening! " Me

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Zelensky's Hopes: Stopping Airstrikes Could Lead to War End

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky believes that if Russia stops attacking Ukrainian energy infrastructure, it might signal Moscow's readiness to end the war. In a recent talk with journalists, he highlighted that both sides reducing their strikes on energy facilities could help cool down the co

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

North Korea Sends Troops to Russia: What's the Big Deal?

Alright, imagine this: North Korea and Russia, not exactly best buddies, but they're getting cozy. The U. S. confirmed that North Korean troops are in Russia. We're talking thousands of soldiers, like 3, 000 already there, and maybe 10, 000 by December. But why? What are they up to? Maybe they're ju

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

North Korea's Secret Role in Ukraine

U. S. defense chief Lloyd Austin recently revealed that North Korean troops have been spotted in Russia. This adds a new twist to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. South Korea first warned about this last week, saying North Korean commandos were heading to Ukraine to fight alongside Russia. "We're no

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

BRICS Summit: Putin's Bid to Boost Russia's Global Influence

In the Russian city of Kazan, President Vladimir Putin recently wrapped up a major BRICS summit. This meeting brought together 36 countries, including the original members: Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. The summit aimed to strengthen financial ties and create alternatives to Wester

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

The BRICS Summit: A New Global Stage, Hosted by Putin

In Kazan, Russia, President Vladimir Putin recently wrapped up the BRICS Summit, a gathering of some of the world's largest developing economies. This event marked a significant moment for the bloc, which now includes not just the original members—Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—but a

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