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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

The Rise of Violent Settler Attacks in the West Bank

In recent months, violence by some Israeli settlers against Palestinians has grown louder and more dangerous. This trend started to notice people after the war with Iran began, but it has been building for years. Experts say that attacks have become bigger and scarier. One researcher at a s

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Oil Money and the Broken Promise in Alaska

In Alaska, people have long asked oil companies to share more of the money they make. Each time a new bill is introduced, the same argument pops up: “If we tax you, you’ll leave. ” The companies say this and the politicians often listen. The claim is simple and scary. If taxes rise, oil firms wil

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Postal Service to Let Handguns Travel by Mail

The U. S. Postal Service is planning a big change that could let people ship handguns in the mail, following new legal advice from the Department of Justice. The proposed rule will appear in the Federal Register on Thursday and aims to update mailing rules so they match the Justice Department’s guid

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Maryland Faces Rising Living Costs, Citizens Call for Change

The state’s residents are increasingly concerned about how expensive it has become to live in Maryland. A recent survey showed that most people see the high cost of living as the biggest problem, followed by worries about taxes and the state budget. Many voters feel that the government is not doi

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

A New Voice for Peace: Pope Leo Takes on Trump and the Iran Conflict

Pope Leo, who became the first American head of the Catholic Church last May, has shifted from silence to outspoken criticism. For his first year he avoided speaking about the United States or naming President Donald Trump, but that has changed. In recent weeks he directly urged Trump to stop the es

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Trump Mulls Replacing Attorney General Over Frustration

President Donald Trump has reportedly talked about removing Attorney General Pam Bondi, according to several unnamed insiders. He is unhappy with what he calls her lack of vigor in pursuing his political opponents and how she handled the Epstein investigation. The president has even suggested tha

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Boosting Defense, Cutting Home Programs: Trump’s 2027 Budget Plan

Trump is set to unveil his budget for fiscal year 2027 on Friday. He wants to use the money to strengthen the military a lot. To pay for it, he plans to cut funding from domestic programs and health‑care benefits. The plan could be risky. People are unhappy with the war in Iran and gas pri

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Legal battle heats up over Massachusetts marijuana policy change

Four cannabis entrepreneurs in Massachusetts have taken legal action to stop a potential statewide vote that would reverse recreational marijuana sales while keeping medical cannabis legal. The group, all active participants in state programs designed to right past wrongs in drug enforcement, filed

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

FedEx Fights Back Over Tax Credit Claim

A legal battle is heating up over whether FedEx should get an $84 million tax break. Two business groups say the government is overstepping its power by trying to block the credit. They argue a lower court already decided FedEx qualifies for the money based on taxes paid by its overseas branches. T

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

What Trump might say about the Iran situation and why people aren't convinced

The American president is set to address the nation tonight, claiming the recent military actions against Iran have achieved their goals. He plans to share that U. S. forces have severely weakened Iran's naval power and missile capabilities, while preventing the country from developing nuclear weapo

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