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Nov 08 2024POLITICS

What Happens When Trump Wins Again

Everything's about to change. Democrats are facing losses in the election, and Trump's team is getting ready to head back to the White House in January. They’ve missed some key deadlines, which might make things tricky. Meanwhile, Biden will address the nation today, a day after Vice President Kamal

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Nov 06 2024EDUCATION

Marblehead's Teacher Contract Tangle: A $5M Hurdle

In the town of Marblehead, Massachusetts, there's a big disagreement happening between the School Committee and the Marblehead Education Association (MEA). They're trying to figure out new contracts for teachers and staff, but they're stuck on a $5 million difference. The MEA thinks the schools need

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Nov 02 2024POLITICS

The World Holds Its Breath: U. S. Elections' Global Impact

As Americans eagerly await their election results, the rest of the world is also watching closely. The U. S. might not be the sole superpower it once was, but it's still the most influential nation globally. How the election turns out can shape the world for years to come. Already, the election cyc

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

Mexico's Surprising Alliance: How Cuba Stays Afloat

For decades, Cuba's communist regime has relied on support from various countries. First, it was the Soviet Union, then Venezuela. Now, Mexico has stepped up, becoming a crucial lifeline for Cuba. Despite Mexico's domestic struggles, like increasing violence and blackouts, its government keeps sendi

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Oct 31 2024FINANCE

Scaramucci Sees US Tackling Debt and Bitcoins Booming by Mid-2026

Anthony Scaramucci, the founder of SkyBridge Capital, believes the US can manage its debt crisis by allowing inflation to rise slightly. This strategy might not be great for savers and lower- to middle-income households, but Scaramucci thinks it's the way to go. He made these comments just before th

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Israel Shuts Down UN Refugee Aid: What's Next?

Imagine this: nearly 6 million Palestinian refugees could be left without critical support like food, healthcare, and education. This is what's at stake after Israel's parliament passed a law banning a key UN agency from operating in territories it controls. The agency, UNRWA, has been a lifeline fo

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Gaza's Struggle: Why isn't the World Responding?

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) recently expressed frustration at the global inaction towards Gaza's dire situation. Despite ongoing horrors, the world hasn't stepped in to help. Israel's parliament passed two bills that could severely hurt UNRWA's operations. These bills aim to b

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Oct 30 2024HEALTH

TB Cases Hit 8 Million in 2023: A Global Crisis

Last year, around 8 million people were diagnosed with tuberculosis (TB), the highest number ever recorded by the World Health Organization (WHO). The death toll was staggering, reaching 1. 25 million people, which is almost double the number of people killed by HIV in the same year. This grim stati

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Chicago's Budget Crisis: A Chance to Improve Police Department

Chicago is in a budget crunch, and tough decisions are on the horizon. But this could be an opportunity to fix some long-standing issues in the Chicago Police Department (CPD). For starters, CPD needs to upgrade its technology systems and facilities. The department is struggling to meet reform manda

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Oct 30 2024EDUCATION

Is College Really Worth It Anymore?

Think college is the only way to success? Think again. New numbers show that fewer students are signing up for traditional four-year degrees. Why? Costs are sky-high, and student loans are out of control. Plus, the government isn't making it easy. The mess with the Free Application for Federal Stude

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