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Feb 15 2025POLITICS

Trump's Press Pool Power Play

President Donald Trump has been making waves, but not in the way you might expect. He's been trying to control the press, specifically the Associated Press (AP), by banning them from covering his events. The reason? The AP refused to change its style guide to match Trump's renaming of the Gulf of M

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Feb 15 2025POLITICS

Echoes of Autocracy: Trump's Tactics and Global Strongmen

Living in China as a journalist gave a unique perspective on the current US presidency. Many Americans are confused by Trump's actions, seeing them as a chaotic mix of strange and unrelated moves. But there's a pattern to it, one that resembles the behavior of strongmen in other countries.

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Feb 15 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Fight: Zelenskyy's Urgent Call for U. S. Support

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy recently sat down with NBC News' "Meet the Press" during the Munich Security Conference. He made it clear that Ukraine's survival, both now and in the future, hinges on U. S. military support. Zelenskyy emphasized that without this backing, Ukraine's chances o

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Feb 15 2025POLITICS

Bird Flu: A Looming Threat Amidst Government Chaos

The bird flu situation is escalating, with egg prices soaring and the virus showing signs of adapting to new species, including dairy cattle. The White House's recent moves to cut spending and restrict communications have left public health officials in the dark. State and local health departments h

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Feb 15 2025BUSINESS

Trump Media's 2024 Financials: A Mixed Bag

Trump Media & Technology Group, the company behind Truth Social, recently released its 2024 financial results. The numbers show a mixed picture. The company reported a loss of $2. 36 per share and revenue of $3. 6 million. This is a 12% drop in revenue compared to the previous year. The net loss als

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Feb 15 2025POLITICS

Trump's Early Presidency: A Legal Maze

Trump's presidency has been a whirlwind of legal challenges. As of the fourth week, over 60 lawsuits have been filed in federal courts. These lawsuits are not all the same. They are like different paths in a maze, each with its own twists and turns. Some are moving quickly, while others are stuck in

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Feb 15 2025POLITICS

Trump's Big Moves: Schools, Energy, and Layoffs

The former president, Donald Trump, made some significant announcements recently. He signed an executive order that stops federal funding for schools and universities that require students to get vaccinated against Covid-19. This move was done to push back against vaccine mandates, which have been a

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Feb 15 2025POLITICS

Oops! Trump's Team Accidentally Fired Key Nuclear Staff

In a surprising turn of events, over 300 employees at the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) were let go. This agency is responsible for managing the country's nuclear weapons. However, it seems that the officials who made this decision were not aware of the NNSA's crucial role. The En

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Feb 15 2025POLITICS

A Sudden Exit: Federal Workers Given Short Notice

Imagine having to leave your job in just 30 minutes. That's what happened to some federal workers due to recent layoffs. The Trump administration's plan to shrink the federal workforce led to a swift and unexpected exit for many employees. The goal? To make the government more efficient and

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Feb 15 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Should I Still Play? Musicians Navigate Trump's Takeover of the Kennedy Center

The Kennedy Center, a prestigious venue in Washington, D. C. , has a long history of honoring musicians, from rock legends to Latin stars. But things got complicated when Donald Trump took over and fired the board. Musicians booked to perform there now face a tough decision: should they still go on

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