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Oct 25 2025POLITICS

Boulder's Big Choice: Who's Steering the Ship?

Boulder is at a crossroads. The upcoming City Council election is a big deal. It's not just about picking leaders; it's about deciding what kind of city Boulder will be in the future. Some people think the city has been doing great, but others feel it's losing its way. Boulder has always been speci

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Oct 25 2025CRIME

Global Teamwork Against Cybercrime: A New Pact in Hanoi

In a significant move, about 60 countries are coming together in Hanoi to sign a new U. N. agreement aimed at fighting cybercrime. This treaty, which needs approval from 40 nations to become active, is designed to make it easier for countries to work together against cyber threats. However, not ever

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Oct 25 2025CRIME

Justice in the Skies: A Pilot's Fight Against a Harsh Fine

In the vast skies of Alaska, a pilot named Ken Jouppi found himself in a legal storm. His story isn't just about a plane; it's about a rule in the U. S. Constitution that's often overlooked: the Excessive Fines Clause. This clause says that punishments should fit the crime, but what does that really

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Oct 25 2025WEATHER

Southern California's Weather: La Niña's Impact and What It Means for You

La Niña is making a comeback, and it's not good news for Southern California. This weather pattern, marked by cooler Pacific waters, is expected to stay until early 2026. But what does this mean for everyday life in SoCal? First off, rain is likely to be scarce. La Niña typically leads to drier w

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Oct 25 2025POLITICS

Why Price Controls on Rare Earths Won't Help America

A recent proposal to set price floors on rare earth minerals might seem like a good idea to some. The goal is to push back against China's restrictions on these vital resources. However, this approach could backfire, hurting American industries and failing to change China's policies. Price controls

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Oct 25 2025POLITICS

What Did Reagan Really Think About Tariffs?

President Donald Trump recently walked away from trade discussions with Canada. He was upset about a Canadian advertisement that used words from former President Ronald Reagan. The ad talked about Reagan's views on tariffs, which are taxes on imports. Trump believes the ad was misleading. The ad fe

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Oct 25 2025POLITICS

A Secret Gift for the Troops

A mystery donor stepped up to help military personnel during the government shutdown. The Pentagon got a huge surprise when someone gave them $130 million to cover the salaries and benefits of soldiers. This donation came just as the government was shutting down, and many workers, including troops,

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Oct 25 2025POLITICS

Who's Paying for Trump's Fancy New Ballroom?

A bunch of big companies and rich folks are chipping in to build President Trump's new $300 million ballroom at the White House. They're not doing this out of the kindness of their hearts. They want something in return. Maybe it's a big government contract, or maybe they hope the president will look

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Oct 25 2025POLITICS

The Big Spend on a Big Room: Trump's White House Project

A huge new ballroom is being added to the White House. It's a massive 90, 000-square-foot space that cost a lot of money to build. The East Wing had to be torn down to make room for it. There's talk that the ballroom might be named after the current president. The president has a habit of putting h

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Oct 25 2025POLITICS

The Hidden Profits Behind the MAHA Movement

The MAHA movement, which stands for Make America Healthy Again, is gaining traction. But who is really benefiting from it? At a recent trade show in California, two advisers to U. S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke to a crowd of food brands, investment banks, and supp

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