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Jun 01 2025POLITICS

What Happened This Week in Illinois and Chicago?

The month of May has flown by, and there's a lot to catch up on. Let's dive into the key events that shaped the past week. Lawmakers in Springfield have been working overtime as the spring legislative session wraps up. They're racing against time to finalize a budget without resorting to "broad-bas

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May 31 2025BUSINESS

Trade Tensions: A Fresh Look at the US-China Trade Dispute

The trade relationship between the United States and China hit a rough patch. The latest development? A public accusation from the U. S. President. He claimed that China had not kept its end of a recent trade bargain. This news sent a ripple through the stock market, causing a slight dip in early tr

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May 31 2025POLITICS

Elon Musk's Press Conference: Ketamine, Politics, and a Side of Deflection

Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, found himself in the spotlight during a recent press event at the White House. The gathering was meant to discuss government job cuts, but things took a turn when a reporter tried to bring up a sensitive topic. Peter Doocy, a Fox News journalist, attempted to question Mu

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May 30 2025POLITICS

Trump's Year of Legal Battles and Political Comebacks

A year has passed since former President Donald Trump faced a guilty verdict in a New York court. This conviction, involving 34 counts of falsifying business records, has significantly shaped his current administration and sparked a broader debate about the use of legal tactics for political gain. T

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May 30 2025POLITICS

Saudi Arabia's Strategic Shift: Outmaneuvering Iran

The Middle East is witnessing a power play. Saudi Arabia, led by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, is quietly outmaneuvering Iran. This isn't about confrontation anymore. It's about smart moves and strategic pressure. In 2023, Saudi Arabia and Iran made peace. It seemed like a big deal. But looks c

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May 30 2025CRYPTO

Crypto and Politics: A New Dance

The crypto world is buzzing with political chatter. The vice president of the United States recently spoke at a major crypto event. He warned the crowd that politics would not overlook the crypto community. The vice president made it clear that the U. S. wants to lead in the crypto space. He believe

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May 29 2025POLITICS

European Far-Right's Dance with Russia: A Social Media Pivot

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has left many European politicians in a tight spot. Those who once had cozy ties with Putin are now scrambling to save face. A deep dive into a decade of Facebook posts from 11 European far-right parties reveals how they've tried to manage their public image and relat

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May 28 2025POLITICS

Why the Left Misreads the Right's Rise

The rise of right-wing populism over the past decade has left many on the socialist left puzzled. They often blame the surge on the betrayal of the working class by center-left parties. These parties, they argue, embraced free trade and neoliberal policies, leading to job losses and stagnant wages.

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May 28 2025POLITICS

Gaza's New Reality: Forced Moves and Food Scarcity

The Gaza Strip is facing a major upheaval as nearly 180, 000 Palestinians have been forced to relocate due to the latest military actions by Israel. This displacement has transformed familiar landscapes into makeshift refugee camps. A once peaceful harbor is now a sea of tents, and a diplomatic buil

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May 28 2025POLITICS

Alabama's Next Governor? The Football Coach Turned Politician

A familiar face in Alabama politics is making a big move. Tommy Tuberville, who has been representing Alabama in the Senate since 2020, has decided to run for governor. This isn't his first big career change. In 2016, he was coaching football at the University of Cincinnati. Before that, he was at A

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