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Apr 13 2025POLITICS

Los Angeles Gathers to Challenge the Powerful

In Los Angeles, a massive crowd filled the Gloria Molina Grand Park. The event was a big deal, organized by Senator Bernie Sanders and Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. They were on a mission to speak out against the increasing power of billionaires and big companies in politics. This was part

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Apr 13 2025BUSINESS

Flint's Workers: Tariffs and the Uncertain Future

Flint, Michigan, is a city that has seen better days. The General Motors Flint Assembly plant is a massive factory that produces the popular Silverado truck. This plant is a big deal for Flint, a city of about 80, 000 people in the heart of Michigan's auto industry. The plant has been a steady sourc

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Apr 13 2025POLITICS

Gabon's New Leader: A Fresh Start or More of the Same?

Gabon has a new leader. Brice Oligui Nguema won the presidential election with a huge lead. The Interior Ministry shared the news on Sunday. They said Nguema got about 90 percent of the votes. His closest competitor, Alain Claude Bilie-By-Nze, only got around 3 percent. This result was expected. Ngu

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Apr 13 2025HEALTH

Trump's Health: A Look at His Recent Medical Check-Up

The latest word on former President Trump's health has been made public. The report, issued by the White House physician, Capt. Sean Barbabella, gives a detailed look at Trump's physical and mental state following his annual check-up. This examination took place at the Walter Reed National Militar

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Apr 13 2025HEALTH

Aging Brains in Limbo: The Fight to Keep Alzheimer's Research Alive

The future of a major Alzheimer's research program hangs in the balance. The University of Washington's Alzheimer's Disease Research Center (ADRC) is in trouble. This program has been a key player in Alzheimer's research since 1985. It relies heavily on funding from the National Institutes of Health

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Apr 13 2025BUSINESS

Steel's Future: The UK's Struggle to Keep Furnaces Alive

The UK's steel industry is in a tight spot. The government has stepped in to take charge of British Steel, but there are big questions about whether they can keep the furnaces in Scunthorpe running. The business secretary, Jonathan Reynolds, has been tight-lipped about the raw material supplies need

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Apr 13 2025SCIENCE

A Star's Surprising Meal: The Truth About a Dying Planet

The James Webb Space Telescope has uncovered a surprising twist in the life of a distant star. The star, known as ZTF SLRN-2020, is about 12, 000 light-years away. Astronomers initially thought the star had grown into a red giant and swallowed a nearby planet. This is a common event in some star sys

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Apr 13 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Minecraft Movie's Global Box Office Triumph

The Minecraft Movie is making waves at the box office, having surpassed $550 million worldwide. This impressive figure is a testament to the movie's widespread appeal, with a significant chunk, $269. 6 million, coming from international markets. The film's performance in China is noteworthy, where i

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Apr 13 2025BUSINESS

Trade Tensions: The Big Showdown Between Two Giants

The world is watching as the United States and China are locked in a heated trade dispute. This isn't just about money. It's about power and influence. The U. S. has been pushing hard, slapping massive tariffs on Chinese goods. China has been fighting back, matching the U. S. move for move. The situ

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Apr 13 2025BUSINESS

The Global Trade Shake-Up: How U. S. Tariffs Are Changing the Game

The world of international trade is in for a major shake-up. The United States has significantly increased its tariffs, which are taxes on imported goods. This move has sent ripples through the global market, redirecting billions of dollars in exports that were originally headed for the U. S. Now, t

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