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Nov 22 2025HEALTH

Vaccines and Autism: A Clash of Views

Wisconsin's health department has openly disagreed with the CDC's recent statements about vaccines and autism. This disagreement brings back an old, debunked idea that vaccines might cause autism. The health department's leader, Kirsten Johnson, strongly criticized the CDC for spreading false information. She said that the CDC's new stance is not just wrong but also ...

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Nov 20 2025POLITICS

Legal and Tech Headlines: A Fresh Look at Recent Events

The Justice Department recently disclosed an oversight in the case against former FBI Director James Comey. They claimed it was a minor paperwork issue, but Comey's legal team argues it's a reason to drop the charges. Comey is accused of making false statements and obstructing justice during a 2020 congressional hearing. Experts in criminal law have expressed concer...

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Nov 20 2025EDUCATION

Wisconsin's Special Education Funding Falls Short Again

Wisconsin's public schools are facing a funding crunch for special education. The state is only covering 35% of the costs, way less than the 42% promised in the budget. This drop happened because schools spent more on special education than the state expected. Advocates are worried. They say this funding gap will force schools to make tough choices. They might have ...

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Nov 16 2025POLITICS

GOP's Antisemitism Problem: A Growing Concern

The Republican Party is facing a serious issue: antisemitism is on the rise, especially among younger voters. This problem came to light when Tucker Carlson interviewed Nick Fuentes, a well-known figure with racist, misogynistic, and antisemitic views. Carlson's silence during Fuentes' hateful remarks was concerning, especially since Carlson is a mainstream figure. ...

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Nov 15 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Hollywood Joins Forces to Fight Antisemitism

Big names in Hollywood are stepping up to tackle antisemitism. The Jewish Federation of Los Angeles has brought together top industry figures to form the Jewish Entertainment Alliance. This group aims to support Jewish creatives who face rising antisemitism. Howard Gordon and Joel Fields, known for their work on hit TV shows, are leading the charge. They are joined ...

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Nov 15 2025POLITICS

How Swiss Politicians Use the Internet to Divide and Conquer

Swiss politicians are using an online platform to connect and debate. This platform, called politnetz. ch, lets them share ideas, support each other, and even argue. Researchers looked at how these politicians interact and found some interesting patterns. First, they noticed that politicians tend to stick to their own parties when showing support. This means that if...

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Nov 06 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Dancing with the Stars: A Look at the 20th Anniversary Special

A big celebration is coming up for Dancing with the Stars. The show is turning 20, and the November 11 episode is all about looking back at the past two decades. This special episode will bring back some familiar faces from previous seasons, giving fans a chance to see their favorites again. The show has some exciting news about the relay round this season. For the ...

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Nov 03 2025OPINION

Lewiston's Bond: A Smart Move for Everyone

Lewiston is asking for help again. This time, it's about fixing old pipes and roads. The city wants $22. 5 million to upgrade water, sewer, and storm water lines along Main Street. These lines are really old and can break easily. The city already has some money saved, but it's not enough. In May, a similar request failed by just 152 votes. The main worry was about p...

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Oct 28 2025FINANCE

Solana's New Staking ETF: A Game Changer for Investors

Bitwise, a major player in the crypto world, just launched a new investment product called BSOL. This is the first exchange-traded product (ETP) in the U. S. that focuses entirely on Solana (SOL) and includes staking. Staking means helping to secure the Solana network and earning rewards in return. Bitwise plans to stake all of the SOL held by the fund using Helius, ...

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Oct 27 2025POLITICS

Rabbis Unite: A Strong Stand Against Anti-Zionism

Over a thousand rabbis from all over the U. S. have come together to send a powerful message. They are saying no to the kind of anti-Zionism that some public figures, like Zohran Mamdani, support. This isn't just about politics. It's about protecting Jewish identity. The rabbis' statement, organized by The Jewish Majority, is one of the biggest and fastest shows of ...

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