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Nov 20 2024POLITICS

Wrestling Mogul Linda McMahon Tapped for Education Secretary

President-elect Donald Trump surprised many by nominating Linda McMahon, a billionaire professional wrestling mogul, as his secretary of Education. McMahon, a major Republican donor and a champion of small businesses, doesn’t have a background in education. Trump highlighted her leadership experienc

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Nov 08 2024SCIENCE

How China Uses Bernal's Ideas to Study Science

John Desmond Bernal, a key figure in molecular biology, is also known as the pioneer of the Science of Science. His book, The Social Function of Science, set the groundwork for this field. Four main ideas from Bernal’s work include considering the socio-historical context, using theoretical models,

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

LA County DA Race: Hochman Pulls Ahead in Voter Preferences

It's an unexpected twist in the Los Angeles County District Attorney race. Nathan Hochman, a former federal prosecutor known for his tough-on-crime stance, has captured the majority of voter support. With over 61% of the votes, Hochman's message clearly resonates as voters question the current Distr

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Oct 29 2024POLITICS

Why Trump's Plans to Challenge the 2024 Election Might Not Work

Donald Trump has been making claims that Democrats are planning to cheat in the 2024 election. But experts say it won't be easy for him to overturn the results this time. After the 2020 insurrection, there are new laws and rules to protect the election process. State officials are also more vigilant

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Oct 22 2024RELIGION

LA Church Pays Big for Past Abuses

Imagine a whopping $880 million payout by the Archdiocese of Los Angeles to 1, 353 victims of clergy sexual abuse. This isn't your average settlement; it's the largest of its kind. The abuse stretches back decades, with the incidents happening as far back as 30 to 50 years ago. If you're wondering h

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Oct 18 2024RELIGION

Paying for the Past: LA Catholic Church's Biggest Settlement

Imagine finding out that someone you trusted harmed you decades ago. That's what happened to 1, 353 people who say they were abused by Catholic priests in Los Angeles. The Archdiocese agreed to pay $880 million, the largest single settlement of its kind. This didn't happen overnight. It took a year

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Oct 18 2024FINANCE

Malaysia's Next Steps: Changing Fuel and Education Subsidies

Malaysia is planning some big changes to how it spends its money. The government has been giving out lots of subsidies, like helping with fuel, water, and even chicken prices. But this is costing them a lot, and they want to change that. So, next year, they'll start adjusting who gets these subsidie

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Oct 11 2024FINANCE

Tax Changes: What States Are Voting On This Year?

This election season, several states are letting voters decide on new tax rules. Some states want to give childcare centers a tax break, while others hope to fight inflation by raising the minimum wage or removing taxes on daily purchases. Missouri, for instance, might exempt childcare facilities fr

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Oct 05 2024POLITICS

Meet L. A. 's New Top Cop: Jim McDonnell Takes Over LAPD

Jim McDonnell, who was once in charge of the biggest sheriff's department in the U.S., is now set to lead Los Angeles' police force. The announcement came from Mayor Karen Bass on Friday. She called McDonnell a "thought leader" in public safety and said they share a vision for improving L.A.'s crime

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