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May 07 2026POLITICS

How race plays a hidden role in medical school admissions

A government review found that UCLA’s medical school admissions process gave Black and Hispanic applicants an edge over other groups. The Justice Department claims the school broke the law by prioritizing race in selections, pointing out that Black and Hispanic students who got in typically had lowe

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Apr 25 2026POLITICS

Questioning the Mind Behind Military Orders

During a briefing on the U. S. operation against Iran, defense officials faced two probing questions from reporters. One asked what goes on inside a leader’s head when ordering violent actions. The response highlighted the aim to give soldiers confidence and control within legal limits, while protec

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Apr 25 2026POLITICS

U. S. Justifies Iran Strikes as Long-Running Defense, Sparking Legal and Political Debate

The U. S. government recently argued that its military strikes against Iran weren’t a new conflict but part of an old one. According to top legal officials, these actions were taken to protect Israel and prevent Iran from gaining nuclear weapons. The strikes began in late February, killing Iran’s le

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Apr 23 2026POLITICS

US Moves Closer to Easing Marijuana Rules

Federal officials are preparing for a major shift in how marijuana is treated under U. S. law, with changes expected as soon as this week. If approved, this would be the biggest update to marijuana policy in years, making it easier for scientists to study the drug's possible benefits. The push for

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Apr 18 2026POLITICS

New Lawyer Joins Probe of Former CIA Head

The U. S. Justice Department has added a former attorney from President Trump’s team to the investigation of ex‑CIA chief John Brennan. The move comes after a senior prosecutor in Miami stepped away from the case, sparking questions about the pace of the inquiry. Brennan, a frequent commentator on c

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Apr 11 2026CRIME

Congress Plans Hearing for Epstein Victims

The U. S. House Oversight Committee wants to give Epstein’s victims a platform. Chairman James Comer announced plans for hearings after First Lady Melania Trump publicly backed the idea. She argued victims deserve to share their stories under oath. Comer agreed, saying they will move forward with th

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Apr 10 2026POLITICS

Ellsworth invests big in a new fire truck for safety updates

The city of Ellsworth decided to spend $866, 000 on a brand-new fire engine. The old one being replaced is 19 years old, making it harder to rely on. Rather than fixing the aging fleet piece by piece, the fire department is upgrading entire vehicles to avoid old equipment breaking down when it matte

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Apr 06 2026HEALTH

Better Care for Older Patients in the Emergency Room

Emergency rooms that specialize in older patients have become more common since 2018. These centers, called Geriatric Emergency Departments or GEDs, aim to give better treatment for seniors. The program that awards the GED label checks that each hospital follows strict guidelines. Recent studies sh

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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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Mar 20 2026POLITICS

A Major Shift in Student Loan Management Raises Questions

The federal government is making a big change in how it handles student loans. Starting now, the Treasury Department will take charge of loans where borrowers haven’t made payments in months. This covers about $180 billion of the government’s $1. 7 trillion student debt. Eventually, the Treasury wi

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