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Jun 28 2025BUSINESS

Trade Talks: Time is Running Out

The clock is ticking on trade negotiations, and the US economy might feel the heat soon. With just over a week left before the 90-day pause on "Liberation Day" tariffs ends, the White House is scrambling to finalize deals. But with only two agreements signed and many more to go, the July 9 deadline

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Jun 28 2025WEATHER

Military Weather Data Shutoff: What's the Real Story?

The U. S. military has decided to stop sharing weather satellite data with scientists and forecasters. This data has been crucial for tracking hurricanes and monitoring sea ice. The decision comes as hurricane season heats up and sea ice hits record lows. For decades, the Navy has been collecting w

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Jun 28 2025POLITICS

Senate Republicans Push for Big Changes in Spending and Tax Bill

Senate Republicans have introduced a revised spending and tax cut bill that includes many of President Trump's domestic priorities. This bill, which is set to be voted on soon, aims to extend Trump's 2017 tax cuts and increase funding for border security, defense, and energy production. However, the

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Jun 28 2025POLITICS

Belgrade's Big Protest: Students Lead the Charge Against the Government

In Serbia's capital, a massive crowd gathered to push for change. Students, who have been at the forefront of protests for nearly eight months, organized the rally. They want early elections and an end to what they see as government corruption. The protests started after a tragic accident. A train

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Jun 28 2025POLITICS

Germany's Big Military Shift: What's Driving the Change?

Germany is making a big change. It's planning to spend more on its military. This is a huge deal because Germany has always been cautious about military spending. A few years ago, the U. S. president said that countries like Germany needed to spend more on defense. This got people talking. Soon aft

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Jun 28 2025POLITICS

Medicaid Cuts: A Political Battle with Big Stakes

The upcoming 2026 midterms are already feeling the heat from Republican plans to revamp Medicaid. Senators from Maine, North Carolina, and Iowa are feeling the pressure as their states could see tens of thousands lose healthcare coverage. Democrats are hoping to turn this into a winning strategy, ty

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Jun 28 2025POLITICS

A Minnesota Family's Tragic Loss: A Call for Unity

A somber event is set to take place this Saturday, as Minnesota mourns the loss of a respected lawmaker and her husband. Melissa Hortman, a former Democratic speaker of the Minnesota House, and her husband, Mark, were tragically killed in their home earlier this month. The couple's golden retriever,

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Jun 28 2025POLITICS

Thailand's Political Turmoil: Protests Erupt Over Prime Minister's Controversial Call

In Bangkok, a large group of people took to the streets to express their anger and demand the resignation of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra. The reason? A leaked phone conversation with Cambodia's former leader, Hun Sen, which has sparked a political firestorm. The protest was fueled by Paet

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Jun 28 2025POLITICS

California's Tough Choices: Balancing the Budget on the Backs of Immigrants

California is in a tough spot. The state has a $12 billion hole in its budget. To fill it, Governor Gavin Newsom and lawmakers had to make some hard choices. One of the biggest changes? Rolling back healthcare for low-income immigrants without legal status. Starting in 2026, California will stop ta

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Jun 28 2025HEALTH

Why Do Some People Avoid Medical Scans?

People often skip important medical scans because they worry about radiation. This fear might stop them from catching diseases early. But there's no good way to measure this fear. So, researchers made a new tool called the Fear of Medical Imaging Radiation Scale (FOMIRS). They wanted to see how well

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