RON GILBERT

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Dec 03 2025POLITICS

Minnesota's Somali Community: Facts and Fictions

Minnesota is home to the largest Somali community in the U. S. Over 84, 000 people of Somali descent live in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area alone. Many fled war and found safety in Minnesota's welcoming environment. Most are U. S. citizens, with 87% of foreign-born Somalis having gained citizenship.

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Dec 03 2025POLITICS

Trump's Tired Truth: A Peek Into a Long Cabinet Meeting

In a recent Cabinet meeting, President Donald Trump, at 79, seemed to have a tough time staying awake. This meeting lasted for almost two and a half hours, and Trump was caught nodding off several times. Before this, he had told reporters that he felt sharper than he did 25 years ago. The meeting w

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Dec 03 2025TECHNOLOGY

Nikon ZR: A Game Changer for Video Lovers

Nikon has always been known for its photography, but now it's making waves in the video world. The new Nikon ZR is a full-frame mirrorless camera that's giving high-end cinema cameras a run for their money. It's the first consumer camera to use RED's 12-bit RAW format, but unlike RED's expensive Hol

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Dec 03 2025FINANCE

How Tech Skills Can Help You Make More Money

In today's world, being good with technology can really pay off. This is especially true in places like China, where there's a big difference between city and countryside opportunities. A recent study dug into how well people use digital tools and how it affects their income. The study looked at da

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Dec 03 2025POLITICS

A Surprising Pardon: Trump Frees Democratic Congressman

In a move that has raised eyebrows, President Donald Trump has decided to pardon Democratic Congressman Henry Cuellar and his wife, Imelda. The couple had been accused of taking around $600, 000 in bribes, with the money allegedly coming from an Azerbaijani oil company and a Mexican bank. Trump anno

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Dec 03 2025POLITICS

A Fight for Fairness: Why All Air Traffic Controllers Deserve Recognition

A senator is pushing back against a decision that only rewards a small group of air traffic controllers and FAA technicians for working during a government shutdown. The Transportation Department plans to give a $10, 000 bonus, but only to those who didn't miss a single day of work during the 44-day

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Dec 03 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A Raccoon's Wild Night Out

In a bizarre turn of events, a raccoon decided to throw itself a party at a Virginia liquor store. The little critter broke in, helped itself to some drinks, and then passed out in the bathroom. Staff at the Ashland ABC store found the mess on Saturday morning. They discovered smashed bottles and sp

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Dec 03 2025HEALTH

Smartphones and Kids: What You Need to Know

Smartphones have become a big part of kids' lives. A recent study looked at how these devices affect children around the age of 12. The results show some concerning trends. Kids who had a smartphone at 12 were more likely to face health issues. These included depression, obesity, and not getting en

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Dec 03 2025SPORTS

USC Takes the Lead in College Football Recruiting for 2026

USC is making waves in the college football world. They have the top-ranked recruiting class for 2026. This is a big deal because it's the first time a non-SEC school has had the number one spot in a long time. The last time this happened was in 2008 with Miami. For the past 17 years, SEC schools ha

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Dec 03 2025TECHNOLOGY

iPhone 17 Pro: A Camera Upgrade with a Big Omission

The iPhone 17 Pro has arrived, boasting some impressive camera enhancements. It sports three 48MP Fusion cameras on the back and a new Center Stage front camera. Additionally, it introduces new software features like Dual Capture. However, there's a significant catch: Night mode is no longer availab

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