WESTERN UNITED STATES

Nov 21 2025POLITICS

Vaccines, Politics, and Climate: A Week in Review

The CDC has updated its stance on vaccines and autism, sparking debate. The agency now says a link cannot be ruled out, a shift from its previous position. This change aligns with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. 's views on vaccine dangers. However, CDC scientists insist no changes were made to their website. The Department of Health and Human Services remains...

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Nov 21 2025EDUCATION

What If We Didn't Have an Education Department?

The Education Department is a big deal in the U. S. It's the main group that handles education policies and helps schools get money. But what if it disappeared? That's a big question. First, let's think about what the Education Department does. It gives out money to schools, makes rules for education, and keeps an eye on how well schools are doing. It's like the bos...

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Nov 21 2025EDUCATION

Schools Brace for Changes as Education Department Shuffles Responsibilities

The Education Department is undergoing a major overhaul, with many of its responsibilities being shifted to other federal agencies. This move, initiated by the Trump administration, aims to reduce federal influence on education and give states more control. However, many state and school officials are concerned that this change will create more bureaucracy and confus...

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Nov 21 2025POLITICS

Pope Leo Receives U. S. Senate Resolution on Minnesota School Shooting

In a recent event at the Vatican, Pope Leo was handed a copy of a U. S. Senate resolution. This resolution honored the victims of a tragic shooting that took place at a Catholic school in Minnesota. The senator who presented it was Amy Klobuchar, one of the resolution's co-sponsors. The shooting happened on August 27. A gunman fired through the stained-glass windows...

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Nov 21 2025EDUCATION

Education Department Changes: What It Means for Schools and Students

The Trump administration is pushing ahead with a plan to scale back the Education Department, a move they believe will improve education by reducing federal control. However, many school and state officials are worried that this change will create more red tape without helping students who are struggling with reading and math. Education Secretary Linda McMahon has s...

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Nov 21 2025HEALTH

Baby Formula Recall: What Parents Should Know

Parents across the country are being urged to check their baby formula supplies. A specific brand, ByHeart, has been recalled due to contamination with a harmful bacteria called Clostridium botulinum. This bacteria can cause infant botulism, a serious illness that has already hospitalized over 30 babies since August. The recall was issued after lab tests confirmed t...

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Nov 21 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Unusual Events That Made Headlines This Year

This year has been full of unexpected events that left people shocked and talking. One incident involved a United Airlines plane at 36, 000 feet. The cockpit windshield suddenly shattered, injuring the pilots. The National Transportation Safety Board found out that a high-altitude weather balloon from Washington had hit the plane. This could have been very dangerous ...

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Nov 21 2025BUSINESS

New Venture Aims to Shake Up Insurance Market

A new player is stepping into the insurance world, and it's bringing some fresh ideas. Astria Insurance Solutions Inc. (AIS) is the brainchild of Innovative Payment Solutions, Inc. (IPSI). This isn't just another insurance company. AIS is set to mix things up by combining insurance with modern payment tech. AIS is working on a big deal to buy a cutting-edge insuranc...

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Nov 21 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Tough Choices: A Nation at a Crossroads

Ukraine is going through a really tough time right now. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is asking everyone to stay united. He knows the country is under a lot of pressure. There are big talks happening with the U. S. about a peace deal with Russia. Zelenskiy says Ukraine might have to make a hard choice: keep its dignity or keep a strong ally. He warns that if they do...

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Nov 21 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Why John O’Hurley Is Saying Goodbye to LA

John O’Hurley, the actor known for his role in "Seinfeld, " is considering leaving Los Angeles. He mentioned this on the "Brian Kilmeade Show" on Fox News Radio. O’Hurley said he doesn’t need to stay in LA anymore because much of his work is voice acting, which he can do remotely. He even flew to different states for five movies this year. The actor also pointed out...

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