POLITICS

Oct 18 2025POLITICS

Science Under Siege: Politics vs. Public Health

The FDA is under fire for letting politics influence science. Scientists inside the agency say leaders are pushing unproven treatments, like using leucovorin for autism. Studies on leucovorin are small and weak. Big studies are needed to prove if it really works. But the FDA is skipping steps and pu

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Oct 18 2025POLITICS

Switzerland's Big EU Deal: What's Next?

Switzerland is in the middle of a big discussion. The country wants to update its relationship with the European Union (EU). This isn't just any small change. It's a huge overhaul that covers many important areas like electricity, transport, and money. The Swiss government agreed on this deal last D

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Oct 18 2025POLITICS

How the South's Past Still Shapes Today's Politics

The South has always been a key player in American politics, and its influence is still felt today. The region's unique history and culture have shaped the political landscape in ways that are often overlooked. For example, the South's long-standing tradition of populist politics has made it a breed

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Oct 18 2025POLITICS

The Unusual Hair Showdown at the White House

On October 14, a picture of Donald Trump and Argentine President Javier Milei went viral. It showed them in the Oval Office, both giving thumbs up. But people weren't talking about their meeting. They were talking about their hair. Trump's hair was styled in his usual comb-over. Milei's hair was vo

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Oct 18 2025POLITICS

U. S. Holds Survivors After Striking Venezuelan Drug Boat

In a recent event, the U. S. military struck a boat linked to a Venezuelan drug cartel in international waters. Two survivors from this incident are now in U. S. custody. Navy helicopters were sent to rescue these individuals after spotting them on video footage. They were then taken to a U. S. Navy

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Oct 18 2025POLITICS

George Santos: From Prison to Freedom, Thanks to Trump

George Santos, the former Republican congressman, is now a free man. President Donald Trump stepped in and shortened his prison term. Santos was serving time for fraud and identity theft. He was only a few months into his seven-year sentence. Trump made the announcement on social media. He called S

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Oct 18 2025POLITICS

Healthcare and Politics: Who Deserves to Live?

A well-known doctor and health policy expert has raised concerns about the current government's approach to healthcare and immigration. The discussion comes as a government shutdown drags on, with both sides stuck in a stalemate over spending and healthcare policies. The doctor, who teaches the his

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Oct 18 2025POLITICS

IRS Shake-Up: A Cause for Concern?

The IRS is reportedly making big changes. These changes could lead to more investigations into left-leaning groups and Democratic donors. This news comes from people who know about it. The IRS's criminal investigation team is getting new leaders. These leaders are allies of the current administrati

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Oct 17 2025POLITICS

New York's Mayor Race: Who Stood Out?

The mayoral debate in New York City brought three candidates into the spotlight: Andrew Cuomo, Zohran Mamdani, and Curtis Sliwa. The discussion covered a wide range of topics, from affordability to education and public safety. Mamdani seemed to connect well with the audience, focusing on issues lik

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Oct 17 2025POLITICS

Cincinnati's Mayor: Is He Addressing the Real Issues?

Cincinnati's Mayor Aftab Pureval has a plan to relocate bus stops from Government Square. This move echoes the city's past approach to the skywalk issue. Back then, instead of tackling the crime directly, authorities advised people to avoid certain sections. This didn't solve the problem; it just mo

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