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Oct 04 2025POLITICS

A New Offer for Migrant Kids: Cash to Leave the U. S.

The Trump administration has a new plan. They want to give money to unaccompanied migrant children to leave the U. S. This is not a new idea. Before, they offered $1, 000 to adults. Now, they are offering $2, 500 to kids who are 14 or older. This offer is not for everyone. Kids from Mexico cannot g

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Oct 03 2025CRIME

Tennessee's Rare Female Execution: What's Next for Christa Pike?

Christa Pike, the sole woman on Tennessee's death row, is facing execution in 2026. This would mark the first time in over a century that Tennessee executes a woman. The state's Supreme Court has set the date for September 30, 2026, at the Riverbend Maximum Security Institution in Nashville. Pike w

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Oct 02 2025POLITICS

G7 Takes Aim at Nations Boosting Russian Oil Imports

The G7 nations are stepping up their game to tackle those buying more Russian oil since the Ukraine invasion. These countries, including the US, UK, and Germany, want to squeeze Russia's cash flow for the war. They're not just talking; they're planning actions. The group agreed to focus on countrie

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Oct 01 2025WEATHER

Bermuda Faces Strong Hurricane Imelda

Bermuda is getting ready for a powerful storm. Hurricane Imelda is heading towards the island. It is expected to be very close to Bermuda early Thursday morning. As of Wednesday at 11 a. m. EDT, Imelda was about 340 miles west-southwest of Bermuda. It was moving east-northeast at 20 mph with winds o

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Oct 01 2025TECHNOLOGY

Google's Smart Home Upgrade: What's New and What's Missing

Google is making big changes to its smart home system. Starting October 1st, a new AI called Gemini will replace Google Assistant on all Google smart speakers. Gemini is designed to be more conversational and understand natural language better. It can provide more detailed responses and handle comp

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Sep 29 2025POLITICS

The U. S. Visa System: A New Approach or a Costly Mistake?

The U. S. government has recently made significant changes to its visa system. The H-1B visa, which allows companies to hire skilled foreign workers, now comes with a much higher price tag. The fee has jumped from $2, 000 to $5, 000 to a staggering $100, 000. This change has sparked debates about it

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Sep 29 2025SPORTS

Monday Night Sports Showdown: What's On TV?

Monday, Sept. 29, is packed with sports action, from soccer to football and hockey. College soccer kicks off early, with UCLA facing Ohio State at 6 p. m. on BTN. Later, Washington takes on Northwestern at 8 p. m. on the same channel. Baseball fans can catch the 2025 All-MLB Team Nominees at 7 p. m.

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Sep 29 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Celebs Who Share a Birthday on September 28th

September 28th is a special day for many famous faces. It's the birthday of actors, musicians, and even a philosopher. Let's dive into the lives of some notable people born on this day. First up, there's Mira Sorvino. She's an actress who's been in many movies. Did you know her middle name is Kathe

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Sep 29 2025SCIENCE

The Five Big Ideas from a Brainy Scientist

Karl Friston is a big deal in the world of science. He's turned 65, and people are celebrating his work. His ideas have changed how we understand the brain and how it works. He's come up with five main ideas, or formulae, that have made a huge impact. First, let's talk about the brain. Friston thin

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Sep 28 2025EDUCATION

A School Leader's Sudden Detention

In a surprising turn of events, the head of Iowa's biggest school system was put on leave after being detained by immigration officials. The Des Moines school board made this decision quickly, saying they needed more time to understand the situation. They mentioned that the superintendent, Ian Rober

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