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Dec 31 2025POLITICS

A Big Win for Iowa Democrats

In a recent Iowa state Senate special election, Democrat Renee Hardman claimed victory, stopping Republicans from gaining two-thirds control of the Senate. This win is a big deal because it keeps the GOP from having too much power in the state government. Hardman, who runs a nonprofit and serves on

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Dec 31 2025POLITICS

President Trump Blocks Two Bills, Sparks Controversy

President Donald Trump recently made a bold move by vetoing two bills that had support from both Democrats and Republicans. These bills were all about improving infrastructure, but Trump said no, claiming they would cost taxpayers too much money. One of the bills, H. R. 131, was about reducing the

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Dec 31 2025FINANCE

Market Wrap-Up: Dow Dips, Biotech Takes a Hit

The stock market is ending the year on a down note. The Dow Jones Industrial Average is lower today. Investors are reacting to some big news from the FDA. This news has caused biotech stocks to drop. It's a reminder that the market can be unpredictable. The FDA's announcement has sent shockwaves th

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Dec 31 2025SPORTS

Mid-Season Surprises: How College Basketball is Changing

College basketball is seeing some unexpected changes. Teams are now signing players who have already been drafted by the NBA. This is happening right in the middle of the season. It's a bit of a shock, but it's also a sign of how the game is evolving. Take James Nnaji, for example. He was picked by

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Dec 31 2025POLITICS

A New Mayor Takes Charge: What's Next for New York?

Zohran Mamdani's journey from an unknown candidate to New York's next mayor is quite a story. Just a year ago, he was trying to get noticed by taking a dip in freezing Coney Island waters. Now, he's set to make history as the city's first Muslim and South Asian mayor, as well as the youngest in over

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Dec 31 2025POLITICS

Minnesota's Child Care Funds Frozen Amid Fraud Claims

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has decided to halt child care payments to Minnesota. This decision follows claims of fraud in the state's day care system. HHS has also made payment rules stricter for all states. Now, states must show proof of how they use the funds. A video by co

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Dec 31 2025POLITICS

Iran's Economic Crisis Sparks Widespread Unrest

Iran is facing a serious economic crisis. The value of the Iranian rial has dropped sharply. One US dollar is now worth 1. 45 million rials, compared to 820, 000 rials a year ago. This means the average Iranian worker's monthly wage is worth just over $100. Basic food and supplies are eating up enti

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Dec 31 2025SCIENCE

A New Way to Fight Cancer with Tiny Tech and Sound Waves

Cancer is tough to beat, but scientists are always looking for new ways to fight it. Recently, a team came up with a clever idea. They made tiny particles that can help the body's own immune system attack cancer cells. These particles are special because they use sound waves to do their job. Normal

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Dec 31 2025SPORTS

Coaches on the Move: Ole Miss and LSU's Unusual Arrangement

The college football world is no stranger to odd situations, but the current setup between Ole Miss and LSU is pushing the boundaries of what's considered normal. With Lane Kiffin's sudden move to LSU, the Rebels are left navigating a bizarre coaching situation. Imagine the scene: Ole Miss players w

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Dec 31 2025SCIENCE

The Mystery of MH370: A New Search Begins

The story of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 is one of the biggest mysteries in aviation history. Over ten years ago, this plane vanished without a trace, leaving behind no clear answers. The latest news is that a new search has started, which has brought back some hope that the plane might finally be

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