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Jul 15 2025POLITICS

The Supreme Court's Unusual Move: What It Means for Education

The Supreme Court recently made a surprising decision. They allowed the Trump administration to fire around 1, 400 Education Department employees. These workers handled important tasks. They gave money to schools and students. They also protected civil rights and access for people with disabilities.

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Jul 15 2025CRIME

The Fight Over Maxwell's Appeal: Justice Department Steps In

Ghislaine Maxwell, the former ally of Jeffrey Epstein, is currently behind bars for her role in Epstein's abuse of young girls. She's trying to get the Supreme Court to review her case, claiming that a deal made with Epstein should protect her from prosecution. Maxwell argues that a clause in Epstei

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Jul 12 2025POLITICS

A Judge's Clever Move to Protect Babies' Rights

A judge in New Hampshire has found a smart way to stop a controversial executive order. The order, issued by Donald Trump, aims to change birthright citizenship. The judge didn't use the usual method to block the order. Instead, he used a class-action lawsuit. This lawsuit covers babies born in all

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Jul 11 2025POLITICS

A Powerful Reminder: The Limits of Presidential Power

In 1952, a significant legal battle took place. The Supreme Court had to decide if President Harry S. Truman could take control of the nation's steel mills to prevent a strike during the Korean War. One justice, Robert H. Jackson, wrote a powerful opinion. He argued that the president could not just

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Jul 09 2025TECHNOLOGY

The End of Easy Cancellations: What Happened?

A recent decision by a federal appeals court has put an end to a rule that would have made it easier for people to cancel their subscriptions. This rule, created by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), was supposed to start next week. It would have required companies to let customers cancel subscript

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Jul 09 2025POLITICS

When Beliefs Clash: Schools, Religion, and LGBTQ+ Rights

The recent Supreme Court ruling in Mahmoud v. Taylor has sparked a lot of debate. The court sided with a group of parents who wanted to keep their kids from reading books about LGBTQ+ topics. They argued that these books went against their religious beliefs. The court agreed, saying that the books c

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Jul 09 2025CRIME

Justice Delayed: Gerald Vick's Long-Awaited Court Appearance

Gerald Vick, a 31-year-old from Dorchester, is finally set to face a judge in Suffolk Superior Court. This comes after a lengthy manhunt that spanned several months. Vick was caught in Lithia Springs, Georgia, just 13 days ago by U. S. Marshals. He is accused of multiple serious charges, including e

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Jul 08 2025POLITICS

Wisconsin Takes a Stand Against Conversion Therapy

In a big move, Wisconsin's highest court just said the state can ban conversion therapy. This isn't just about one issue, though. It's also about who gets to make the rules in the state. The court said a group of lawmakers can't just block rules they don't like. This gives the governor more power to

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Jul 07 2025CELEBRITIES

A Music Mogul's Fight for Freedom: What Happened Inside the Courtroom

Sean Combs, better known as Diddy, faced serious charges that could have landed him in prison for life. But after a long trial, he was found not guilty of the most serious charges. This was a big deal, not just for him, but for the other inmates he shared a jail cell with. When Combs returned to ja

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Jul 05 2025POLITICS

Two Justices in the Spotlight: Transgender Sports and the Supreme Court

The Supreme Court is set to tackle a big issue: whether transgender girls and women can compete in women's sports. This isn't just any case; it's a hot topic that has sparked debates across the country. The court's decision will likely hinge on two conservative justices, John Roberts and Neil Gorsuc

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