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Oct 17 2025EDUCATION

Oklahoma's New Education Chief Takes a Different Path on Bibles in Schools

In a significant shift, Oklahoma's new education leader has decided to drop a rule that required Bibles to be placed in classrooms and included in lesson plans. This change comes after the previous superintendent had pushed for the mandate, which sparked a lot of controversy. The old rule was put i

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Oct 05 2025POLITICS

Portland's Peaceful Protests: Judge Puts a Pause on Trump's Troops

A federal judge in Portland recently put a temporary stop to President Trump's plan to send National Guard troops to the city. This decision came after Oregon's Attorney General filed a lawsuit, arguing that Trump's move was unnecessary and exaggerated the situation on the ground. The judge, Karin I

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Sep 29 2025BUSINESS

Starbucks Brews Up Big Changes

Starbucks, a coffee giant, is facing some tough times. The company recently announced it would close about 1% of its stores in North America. This might not sound like a lot, but it's a big deal. They're also letting go of 900 workers and taking a huge financial hit. The new CEO, Brian Niccol, is tr

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Sep 26 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Behind the Scenes: The Strict Rules of Special Forces

Special Forces: World's Toughest Test is a show where celebrities face tough challenges. It's not just about physical strength but also mental and emotional endurance. Contestants, called recruits, go through intense training led by ex-Special Forces operatives. The show is known for its tough condi

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Sep 10 2025TECHNOLOGY

California's Bold Move to Protect Kids from Social Media

A recent ruling by a federal appeals court has largely supported a California law aimed at safeguarding children from potentially harmful social media practices. The law, which requires parental consent for children to access so-called "addictive feeds, " was challenged by a tech industry group, Net

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Sep 09 2025BUSINESS

Investors Join Forces to Boost Climate Tech Amid Government Cuts

Private investors are stepping up to fill the gap left by reduced government spending on climate technology. A new group called the All Aboard Coalition has formed, with members like Khosla Ventures, Breakthrough Energy Ventures, and DCVC. They plan to raise about $300 million by the end of October

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Aug 31 2025POLITICS

US Media Faces Major Job Cuts and Legal Battles

The US Agency for Global Media is cutting over 500 jobs. This move comes after a federal judge stopped the agency's boss from firing the Voice of America (VOA) director. The judge also said the agency wasn't following his orders to restore VOA's operations. He gave the agency one last chance to show

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Aug 31 2025SPORTS

Till's Knockout and a Bold Challenge

Darren Till made a big splash on Saturday night. He knocked out Luke Rockhold in the third round of their boxing match. Rockhold, who was making his professional boxing debut, didn't stand a chance. Till cornered him and unleashed a flurry of punches. The final punch, a powerful right hand, sent Roc

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Aug 30 2025POLITICS

Deportation Plans Hit a Snag: What's Next?

In a recent turn of events, a federal judge has put a temporary stop to the Trump administration's plans to speed up deportations of undocumented migrants living inside the United States. This decision is a blow to the administration's goal of increasing the use of expedited removal, a process that

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Aug 27 2025POLITICS

The Fed's First Black Woman Governor Faces Unprecedented Pressure

Lisa Cook, the first Black woman to hold a position on the Federal Reserve Board of Governors, is under intense pressure to step down. This comes after President Donald Trump moved to remove her from her role. Kevin Hassett, Trump's top economic adviser, suggested that Cook should take a leave of ab

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