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Jan 18 2026POLITICS

Funding Fight: Schumer Pushes Back Against Cuts

Chuck Schumer, the top Democrat in the Senate, is making a strong case to undo recent budget cuts and even boost funding for key programs. He shared his plans at a recent event hosted by the Center for American Progress. Schumer's focus is on reversing the cuts made by the Department of Government

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Jan 18 2026POLITICS

Government Cuts Billions in Wasteful Contracts

In a surprising move, the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) revealed that federal agencies have canceled or reduced 42 contracts worth $1. 5 billion over just five days. This action saved taxpayers $269 million. One of the contracts was for $1. 2 million to hire a full-time director for gen

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Jan 18 2026POLITICS

Thinking Before You Act: A Lesson for New Orleans' Leadership

New Orleans is in a tough spot. It's got money problems, climate issues, and crumbling infrastructure. The city needs smart leaders who can handle these challenges without making things worse. But lately, it seems like some leaders are repeating old mistakes instead of learning from them. Take Mayo

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Jan 18 2026ENVIRONMENT

East Coast Wind Farms Get Green Light: What This Means for Your Power Bill

The East Coast is breathing a sigh of relief as three major offshore wind projects get the go-ahead to resume construction. This comes after a series of court rulings that shot down the Trump administration's attempts to halt work on these projects. The projects in question are Revolution Wind off R

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Jan 18 2026POLITICS

Trump's Risky Move: Using the Insurrection Act

Donald Trump has been talking about using the Insurrection Act. This is a law from 1807. It lets the president send in the military to stop riots or rebellion. But experts say there is no real rebellion happening. Instead, there are small protests against Trump's immigration policies. Michael Wolff

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Jan 18 2026CELEBRITIES

Janice Dickinson: Bouncing Back After a Bumpy Ride

Janice Dickinson, the well-known model and TV star, is back to her cheerful self after a rough patch. She was seen out and about in Los Angeles, looking stylish and happy. This is a big change from the photos that surfaced earlier, showing her with some serious injuries. Those injuries, she says, h

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Jan 18 2026POLITICS

A Quick Trial Ends in a Not Guilty Verdict

In a swift trial, a man was found not guilty of aiming a laser at a presidential helicopter. The jury took just 35 minutes to decide. This case involved Jacob Winkler, who was accused of pointing a red laser at Marine One, the helicopter carrying Donald Trump. The charge was serious, a felony that c

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Jan 18 2026POLITICS

U. S. Strikes Back: Targeting Terrorists After Deadly Attack

In a recent military operation, the U. S. targeted and eliminated a key figure linked to a deadly attack in Syria. Bilal Hasan al-Jasim, an Al-Qaeda affiliate, was killed in a strike on January 16th. This individual was connected to the ISIS gunman responsible for the deaths of two U. S. soldiers an

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Jan 18 2026POLITICS

Clashing Views in Minneapolis: A City on Edge

Minneapolis has been a hotspot of tension lately. Two groups recently faced off in the city's downtown area. One was led by a conservative figure named Jake Lang. He had planned to burn a Quran and march through a neighborhood with a large Somali community. The other group, organized by The People’s

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Jan 18 2026SPORTS

Denver's Defense Stands Tall Against Buffalo's Strong Start

The game between the Denver Broncos and the Buffalo Bills has been a rollercoaster so far. The Bills have moved the ball well, but Denver's defense has held strong, especially in the red zone, keeping the score tied at 10-10. The Broncos got a boost when offensive lineman Frank Crum caught a touchdo

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