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Dec 02 2025CRIME

A Troubled Journey: The Story of Rahmanullah Lakanwal

Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national, is accused of a shocking act: shooting two National Guard soldiers in Washington, D. C. One soldier, Sarah Beckstrom, died, and Andrew Wolfe is in serious condition. But who is Lakanwal, and what led to this tragic event? Lakanwal came to the U. S. in 2021,

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Nov 28 2025CRIME

A Refugee's Dark Past: From Afghan Battles to D. C. Shooting

A man now accused of shooting two National Guard members in Washington, D. C. , once fought in Afghanistan as part of a controversial paramilitary group. This group, known as a “Zero Unit, ” worked closely with the C. I. A. and was notorious for its harsh tactics. Human rights groups even labeled th

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Nov 28 2025POLITICS

A Shooting Sparks Debate on Afghan Refugee Program

A recent incident involving a National Guard shooting has brought attention to the Afghan refugee program in the U. S. The suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, is one of about 76, 000 Afghans who came to the U. S. after the Taliban took over Afghanistan. This program, called Operation Allies Welcome, star

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Nov 27 2025CRIME

Who Were the Shadowy Afghan Forces Linked to the National Guard Shooting Suspect?

The recent shooting involving National Guard members has sparked interest in a group called the "Zero Units. " This group, which the suspect allegedly worked with, was a secretive Afghan force. They were known for their close ties with U. S. and other foreign troops during the war in Afghanistan. A

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Nov 26 2025EDUCATION

Barberton Schools Face Big Money Trouble: What's Next?

Barberton City Schools are in a tough spot. They're looking at a huge $9. 2 million budget shortfall. This news came out during a recent meeting where teachers and the school board had a serious talk about what went wrong and how to fix it. Teachers are worried. They want to know how this happened

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Oct 27 2025FINANCE

Trouble in the Money World: What Happened to Tricolor and First Brands?

Recently, two big companies, Tricolor and First Brands, ran into serious trouble. Tricolor, a major used-car seller in Texas and California, suddenly went bankrupt. This wasn't just any bankruptcy. Investigators are looking into whether Tricolor tricked lenders by promising the same collateral to ma

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Oct 26 2025POLITICS

Justice on the Horizon: Exploring the Fort Pierce Grand Jury's Role in Unraveling Obama-Era Allegations

A grand jury in Fort Pierce, Florida, is set to delve into claims of a conspiracy during the Obama administration. This development comes as various government bodies are looking into the origins of the Trump-Russia investigation and alleged intelligence misconduct from that era. The Department of

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Oct 25 2025SPORTS

Manchester United: A Battle Between Money and Football

Manchester United is in a tough spot. The club is known for its rich history and passionate fans, but now it's all about money. The Glazer family, who own the club, want a huge amount to sell it. We're talking about £10 billion. That's a lot of money, and it shows that they care more about profit th

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Oct 19 2025BUSINESS

Global Economy Faces Uncertain Future Amid US-China Trade Tensions

The world's financial leaders have just wrapped up their latest meeting in Washington, and the mood was a mix of relief and exhaustion. They're happy to see the global economy holding up better than expected, but they're also tired of all the uncertainty. It's been a wild ride since the U. S. introd

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Sep 16 2025POLITICS

Finding Common Ground: Healing Divides After Tragedy

After the tragic death of Charlie Kirk, many people are talking about how to fix the deep divides in the U. S. Some leaders, like Governors Cox and Newsom, and commentator Ezra Klein, stressed the importance of respectful discussions. They praised Kirk's approach to debate and urged people to keep e

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