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Dec 13 2025POLITICS

House Republicans Propose New Healthcare Changes

House Republicans have recently introduced a new healthcare plan. This plan aims to tackle the issue of increasing health insurance costs. The proposal comes just before the current enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies are set to expire. The new legislation includes several key points. It plans t

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Dec 13 2025POLITICS

The Minneapolis Meal Mess: Who's Really to Blame?

In the heart of Minneapolis, a big food fraud scandal is making headlines. At the center of this storm is Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar, who's facing heat from her Republican opponent, John Nagel. He's pointing fingers at her, saying she opened the door to this mess with a law she passed. Nagel, runni

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Dec 13 2025CRIME

The Curious Case of the Stolen Trash Bag Cash

On a peaceful island known for its tangerines, a different kind of scandal brewed. Jeju, a place far from crime, found itself in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. A government worker, trusted with the sale of trash bags, allegedly took advantage of his position. He was caught taking money fro

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Dec 12 2025POLITICS

Republicans Clash Over Health Care Subsidies

House Speaker Mike Johnson is preparing to unveil a health care package next week, but not everyone in his party is on board. A group of Republicans, mostly from swing districts, are pushing for a vote on extending the Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies before they expire at the end of the month. T

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Dec 12 2025POLITICS

Indiana Senate: A Tense Day of Redistricting Debates

The Indiana Senate is in the midst of a heated debate over a redistricting bill. The atmosphere is tense, with senators and protesters alike expressing strong opinions. Sen. Chris Garten, a Republican from Charlestown, is a vocal supporter of President Donald Trump and believes the Senate should ba

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Dec 11 2025POLITICS

Health Care Showdown: Senate Votes, but Will Anything Change?

The Senate is set to vote on two health care bills, but don't expect a breakthrough. One bill aims to extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits, while the other proposes replacing them with health savings accounts. Both are likely to fail, leaving millions of Americans facing higher health insura

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Dec 11 2025TECHNOLOGY

Tech Giants Clash Over Kids' Online Safety Laws

In a recent move, Apple's CEO, Tim Cook, engaged in discussions with U. S. House members to voice concerns about a proposed bill aimed at enhancing child online safety. The bill, known as the App Store Accountability Act, seeks to prevent minors from accessing harmful online content. However, Apple

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Dec 11 2025POLITICS

Utah's Political Moves: A Closer Look at Recent Decisions

Utah's lawmakers had a busy night. They tackled a few big issues, like the controversial congressional map and a union-related bill. The congressional map was a hot topic because a judge had already stepped in and made changes. The lawmakers decided to fight back against this decision. One of the c

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Dec 10 2025WEATHER

Staten Island's Windy and Wet Wednesday

Staten Island is in for a breezy and damp Wednesday as a cold front sweeps in from the west. The National Weather Service has warned of strong winds and rain moving into the area during the afternoon. The rain is expected to start late in the afternoon and continue until midnight. Temperatures will

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Dec 10 2025BUSINESS

How Companies Are Adapting to the New Normal of State Policy Shifts

In 2025, state policies are playing a bigger role in shaping business performance than the economy itself. New laws are changing how companies handle labor, the environment, privacy, energy, and even how they report their impact. A recent study found that nearly one-third of businesses have faced lo

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