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Jun 18 2025POLITICS

Virginia's Political Scene Shifts with Historic Nominations

Virginia is buzzing with political excitement as new faces emerge for the upcoming elections. Sen. Ghazala Hashmi has made history by securing the Democratic nomination for lieutenant governor. She is the first Muslim and the first Indian-American to achieve this in Virginia. Her victory was close,

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Jun 18 2025SCIENCE

The Power of Light: Boosting Eggplant Seed Quality

The world of agriculture is always looking for better ways to grow crops. One big question is how to tell if eggplant seeds are strong and healthy. Strong seeds mean better plants. So, scientists have been working on a new method to check seed quality without harming them. They used a special kind

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Jun 17 2025EDUCATION

New York City's Education Crisis: Time for Real Change

New York City's public schools are in deep trouble. The city spends a staggering 41 billion dollars on education each year. This is the biggest chunk of the city's 115 billion dollar budget. Yet, the results are far from impressive. Nearly half of the fourth-graders in the city struggle with basic r

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Jun 17 2025POLITICS

The Pillow Guy's Big Blunder

A recent court case in Colorado has put a spotlight on the power of words and the dangers of spreading false information. Mike Lindell, the founder of MyPillow, was found guilty of defaming Eric Coomer, a former employee of Dominion Voting Systems. The jury awarded Coomer $2. 3 million in damages. T

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Jun 17 2025POLITICS

The Golden Escalator: A Game Changer

A decade ago, a wealthy businessman named Donald Trump made a bold move. He stepped onto a golden escalator in his New York tower, flanked by his wife Melania and daughter Ivanka. His goal? To announce his presidential run with the catchy slogan "Make America Great Again. " Many scoffed, but this mo

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Jun 14 2025POLITICS

A Judge's Decision Shakes Up Election Rules

A recent court decision has thrown a wrench into a presidential attempt to change how elections are run in the U. S. A federal judge in Massachusetts put a stop to an executive order that aimed to shake up voting procedures nationwide. The order, issued in March, wanted states to demand proof of cit

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Jun 13 2025POLITICS

Judges Push Back on Trump's Voting Rules

The political scene in the US is heating up. Two judges have now stepped in to slow down parts of a presidential order about voting. This order was issued by the president and aimed to change how people register to vote and how mail-in ballots are handled. The first judge to intervene was from a fe

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Jun 11 2025HEALTH

How IVF is Changing the Gender Mix of Twins

The world of fertility treatments has seen a big change with in vitro fertilization (IVF). This method has made it possible for more people to have children. However, it has also led to some unexpected results. One of these is the rise in the number of twins. This is because IVF often involves putti

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Jun 10 2025POLITICS

New Jersey's Governor Race: The Battle for Votes

The race for New Jersey's governor is heating up, with several candidates vying for the Democratic nomination. Rep. Mikie Sherrill is currently leading the pack, thanks to her strong fundraising and widespread endorsements from key county Democratic organizations. She has also invested heavily in te

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Jun 09 2025POLITICS

D. C. Bar Election: A Clear Victory for Legal Independence

A recent election in Washington D. C. saw a significant win for Diane Seltzer, an employment lawyer. She secured the presidency of the D. C. Bar with an overwhelming 34, 982 votes. Her opponent, Bradley Bondi, the sibling of a prominent attorney general, received a mere 3, 490 votes. This landslide

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