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Apr 02 2025POLITICS

Federal Grants Frozen: Princeton Faces Scrutiny

Princeton University is in hot water. The Trump administration has put a stop to dozens of research grants, putting the school under the microscope. This move is part of a broader campaign targeting elite universities, with a focus on combating antisemitism. The university's president, Christopher

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Apr 02 2025TECHNOLOGY

Tax Time Turned Into a Pokémon Adventure

In the realm of tax preparation, a fresh approach has emerged. A startup has released a new tool just in time for tax season. The tool is a game called PokéTax. It's designed to make filling out tax forms less of a chore and more of a fun challenge. Instead of dreaded tax forms, users encounter

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Apr 01 2025SPORTS

The A's New Home: A Mixed Bag of Firsts and Fails

The Athletics have a new temporary home at Sutter Health Park. It is a Triple-A stadium. The Athletics will call this place home for at least the next three years. They are waiting for their permanent new park to be built in Las Vegas. The Athletics left Oakland after 57 seasons at the Coliseum. Th

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Apr 01 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Morgan Wallen's SNL Surprise

Morgan Wallen had a notable night on Saturday Night Live. He performed two tracks from his upcoming album, "I'm the Problem. " However, there was more to the story than just his performance. Wallen was initially asked to participate in a comedic sketch. He declined the offer. The sketch feature

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Apr 01 2025POLITICS

Marine Le Pen's Political Future in Jeopardy

The political landscape in France is heating up. Jordan Bardella, a prominent figure in the National Rally (RN) party, has ignited a wave of protests. He has called for a gathering in the heart of Paris. This comes after a significant legal setback for Marine Le Pen. She has been barred from hol

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Apr 01 2025CRIME

A Second Chance at Justice for Karen Read

The courtroom is set to buzz again with the retrial of Karen Read. This time, the focus is on selecting a jury that will decide her fate in the 2022 death of her boyfriend, John O’Keefe. Read, a resident of Mansfield, is facing serious accusations. Prosecutors claim she hit O’Keefe with her SUV and

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Apr 01 2025SPORTS

Unusual Bats Making Waves in Major League Baseball

Baseball is buzzing about a new type of bat. These bats are not like the ones you usually see. They have a unique shape. They are called torpedo bats. They have been used in Major League Baseball for a few years. Many people are just now hearing about them. The Cincinnati Reds shortstop, Elly

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Apr 01 2025CRIME

Justice Seeks Death Penalty for UnitedHealthcare Murder

The United States government has decided to pursue the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, a 26-year-old man accused of killing Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare. This move comes after a directive from the U. S. attorney general, Pam Bondi, who instructed federal prosecutors to go for capita

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Apr 01 2025POLITICS

A Fight Over Health Dollars

A group of 23 states and Washington, DC, have taken legal action against the US Department of Health and Human Services. Their complaint? The department abruptly pulled back 12 billion dollars in public health funding. This move has sparked a heated debate. The states argue that this funding was cru

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Apr 01 2025TECHNOLOGY

Switch 2: Nintendo's Upcoming Showcase and Gameplay Sessions

Nintendo has planned a series of events to showcase its upcoming console, the Switch 2. The first event is a Direct presentation on April 2nd, 2025. This will be followed by two Treehouse: Live sessions. These will take place on April 3rd and 4th, 2025. Nintendo fans will get a chance to see som

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