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May 09 2025BUSINESS

Newark's Nighttime Air Traffic Glitch

In the early hours of Friday morning, a significant hiccup occurred at Newark Liberty International Airport. Air traffic controllers lost both radar and communication with planes. This was not an isolated incident. It was the second time in a month that such an outage happened. The first time was on

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May 09 2025POLITICS

A Shocking Dismissal: The Librarian of Congress Faces Uncertainty

In a surprising move, the Librarian of Congress, Carla Hayden, was abruptly dismissed. This action was part of a broader trend of removing officials who did not align with the president's agenda. Hayden, who had been in her role since 2016, was the first woman and the first African America

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May 09 2025ENVIRONMENT

Climate Research on the Chopping Block

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is making a significant shift. It plans to cut back on climate research. This news has sparked a lot of debate. Many people are wondering why this is happening and what it means for the future. The NIH is known for its work in health and medicine. But it has

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May 08 2025LIFESTYLE

Manitou Springs Expands Creek Walk Trail with New Funding

The town of Manitou Springs is buzzing with excitement as they have just secured a significant grant to continue the expansion of their popular Creek Walk trail. This trail, which runs alongside Manitou Avenue and Fountain Creek, is set to get a major boost with a quarter-of-a-million-dollar grant f

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May 08 2025POLITICS

New ID Rules Start at O'Hare: Mixed Reactions and Long Waits

The new ID rules for flying domestically began on a Wednesday, after a long delay of 17 years. The change was barely noticeable at O'Hare Airport, with short security lines and most travelers having the right ID. However, not everyone was pleased with the new rules. One traveler, Bonnie Kern, was f

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May 06 2025POLITICS

Funding Freeze: Crime Victim Groups Left in the Lurch

The House Judiciary Committee Democrats are digging into a controversial move by the Trump administration. They are looking into the decision to freeze funding for hundreds of organizations that help crime victims and run safety programs. This all started when CBS News reported that the Justice Depa

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May 04 2025POLITICS

Government Workers in Chaos: The Uncertain Future of Federal Employees

The past few months have been a rollercoaster for federal workers. Tens of thousands have been abruptly let go, only to be rehired days or weeks later. This whiplash effect has left many in a state of confusion and uncertainty. The chaos began with a push to cut costs and streamline government opera

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May 03 2025POLITICS

VoA's Comeback: Broadcasting Resumes Amidst Legal Battles

The Voice of America, a U. S. -funded news service for international audiences, is set to return to the airwaves. This comeback follows a significant legal development. A federal appeals court has temporarily halted an executive order that aimed to dismantle or reduce the size of several agencies, i

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May 03 2025CRIME

Close Calls Over Washington: Helicopters and Airplanes in Tight Spaces

The National Transportation Safety Board is looking into two commercial flights that had to abort their landings at Washington Reagan National Airport. This happened on a Thursday afternoon when a US Army Black Hawk helicopter was heading towards the Pentagon. The helicopter was part of the same uni

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May 03 2025POLITICS

Messaging Mishaps: A Security Slip-Up in the White House

A recent incident has put a spotlight on the security practices of the White House. It all started when a photo was taken of Michael Waltz, the national security adviser, during a cabinet meeting. The photo showed him using his phone, and it wasn't just any phone call or text. He was on Signal, a me

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