GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY

Nov 27 2025POLITICS

Hong Kong's High-Rise Fire: A Test for Beijing's Control

A devastating fire in a Hong Kong apartment building has left at least 55 people dead and nearly 300 missing. This tragedy comes at a time when Beijing's control over Hong Kong is already under scrutiny. The city has seen significant political changes since the 2019 pro-democracy protests, with elections now limited to "patriotic" candidates and many critics silenced...

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Nov 18 2025POLITICS

Senators Raise Concerns Over Potential Abuse of Power in Criminal Referrals

Eight Democratic senators have raised eyebrows about the actions of Bill Pulte, the head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA). They're asking the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to look into whether Pulte has been using his position to target political opponents of President Donald Trump. The senators are worried that Pulte's criminal referrals are mo...

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Nov 16 2025OPINION

A Trooper's Heroism Exposes Systemic Failures in Oswego County

In a shocking display of neglect, Oswego County's Department of Social Services (DSS) repeatedly ignored pleas for help regarding Danielle Killmore, a vulnerable adult with developmental disabilities. Despite multiple calls reporting deplorable living conditions—including trash, rodents, and no running water—DSS failed to act. Even when a state trooper reported findi...

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Oct 29 2025POLITICS

Who Really Holds the Power?

Let's talk about power and who really has it. Donald Trump has been a big name in politics. He's run in many elections and won some. His party also won control of Congress recently. On the other hand, Joe Biden had a different kind of campaign in 2020. He stayed out of the public eye and let others handle his campaign. Now, here's something interesting. No states tr...

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Oct 23 2025POLITICS

A Dangerous Display: Live Fire Over Freeway Sparks Outrage

A recent live fire exercise at Camp Pendleton has stirred up quite a bit of controversy. During a celebration for the Marine Corps' 250th anniversary, an artillery shell exploded over Interstate 5, sending shrapnel flying and hitting two California Highway Patrol vehicles. Fortunately, no one was hurt, but the incident has raised serious questions about safety and de...

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Jun 09 2025POLITICS

The Hidden Battle: Protecting Young Athletes

The issue of sexual abuse in youth sports is often overlooked, despite its widespread presence. The Commission on the Future of the U. S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee released a detailed report in 2023. This report was supposed to guide Congress in addressing the issue. However, the recommendations from the report have been largely ignored. The report, titled ...

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May 21 2025POLITICS

The Mystery of the Deported Migrants

In a surprising turn of events, a judge in Massachusetts has accused the U. S. government of breaking a court order. This order was meant to stop the deportation of migrants to countries where they have no connections, without giving them a fair chance to fight their removal. The judge, Brian Murphy, pointed out that the Department of Homeland Security quickly sent e...

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Apr 05 2025POLITICS

A Man's Fight to Return Home After a Mistake

A young man from El Salvador is stuck in a tough spot. Kilmar Abrego Garcia, 29, was sent back to his home country by mistake. He was living and working in Maryland, USA. He had a permit to be there. He even had a job as a sheet metal apprentice. But now, he's in a prison in El Salvador. This is a place known for its harsh conditions and human rights issues. The U. ...

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Mar 15 2025POLITICS

Serbia's Big Stand: Students Lead Massive March for Justice

Belgrade's streets were packed with thousands of people. This wasn't a typical weekend crowd. It was a massive protest, one of the largest in recent history. People from all walks of life—farmers, bikers, military veterans, and students—came together. They were all united by one thing: anger. Anger over a deadly accident in Novi Sad. The accident happened in Novembe...

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Feb 19 2025POLITICS

Crypto Chaos: Argentine President's Endorsement Backfires

Javier Milei, the President of Argentina, has found himself in hot water after backing a new cryptocurrency called $LIBRA. The coin was part of a project called Project Libertad, which aimed to support local businesses. Milei shared a link to the coin on his social media account, but things quickly went south. The coin's value initially skyrocketed from $0. 22 to ov...

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