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May 03 2025POLITICS

Voters in Kooyong: What's Really on Their Minds?

A tight race is unfolding in the Kooyong electorate, a place that has seen its fair share of drama. The Liberal candidate, Amelia Hamer, is eager to win back the seat for her party. Hamer is up against Dr. Monique Ryan, the current independent MP who has been making waves in the once-safe Liberal s

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May 03 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A Life of Music and Activism: The Legacy of Jill Sobule

Jill Sobule, a singer-songwriter, left a lasting mark on the music industry. She was known for her hit song "I Kissed a Girl, " which became an anthem for the LGBTQ+ community. Sobule passed away at the age of 66 in a house fire in Woodbury, Minnesota. The fire broke out early in the morning, and f

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May 03 2025POLITICS

A New Plan for Housing Aid: A Shift in Federal Support

Many people are worried about a recent plan that could change how housing aid is given out. This plan would cut federal rental aid by 40%. The idea is to give states more control over how this money is used. The current system is seen as flawed, so the plan suggests ending programs like Section 8 an

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May 03 2025HEALTH

Helping Low-Income Families Eat Better in Texas

In Texas, a program called the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) has been working to improve how low-income families eat. This program is part of a bigger federal effort to help people make healthier food choices and learn more about nutrition. The goal is to see if this program

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May 02 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Songwriter Jill Sobule and her lasting mark on music

Jill Sobule, a well-known musician, passed away at 66. She was a powerful voice in the music world, especially for those who loved her song "I Kissed a Girl. " This song, which spoke to many, brought her a lot of attention. Her career spanned over three decades, during which she released 12 albums.

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May 01 2025HEALTH

Why Do Some Shoulder Replacements Cause Bone Breaks?

The human shoulder is a complex joint. It allows for a wide range of motion. This makes it prone to issues as people age. One solution for severe shoulder problems is reverse shoulder arthroplasty. This is a type of surgery. It replaces the shoulder joint with an artificial one. The goal is to reduc

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Apr 30 2025POLITICS

Silencing Signals: Congress' Oversight Blocked

The House of Representatives, led by Republicans, has stopped an investigation into Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's use of the Signal app. This app allows for encrypted messaging. Hegseth is accused of sharing sensitive military information about operations in Yemen in March. This information was

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Apr 30 2025POLITICS

The Unexpected Boardroom Shake-Up

The recent political climate has led to some surprising changes. Doug Emhoff, the first Jewish spouse of a vice president, was removed from the United States Holocaust Memorial Council. Emhoff took to the public to express his disappointment. He stressed that remembering the Holocaust should neve

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Apr 30 2025BUSINESS

Amazon's Tariff Drama: What's the Real Deal?

Amazon has no plans to show tariff costs on its site. This is despite a report that suggested otherwise and the White House's strong reaction. The misunderstanding started with a report from Punchbowl News. It said Amazon would display tariff costs next to product prices. This sparked a quick respon

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Apr 29 2025POLITICS

Amazon and the White House: A Clash of Interests

The White House had a strong reaction to Amazon's idea of showing tariff costs on some of its products. This sparked a heated exchange between the president and the company's founder. The idea was to display the added cost of tariffs next to the prices of certain items on Amazon's website. This move

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