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Mar 12 2025POLITICS

Duterte's Arrest: A Big Win and a Big Challenge for Global Justice

The former president of the Philippines, Rodrigo Duterte, was arrested on Tuesday. The charges? Crimes against humanity. This arrest was made possible by a warrant from the International Criminal Court (ICC). The ICC is an independent group based in The Hague. They look into and try people accused o

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Mar 12 2025POLITICS

Judges Speak Out Against Political Pressure

Judges are feeling the heat. Two senior judges, Richard Sullivan and Jeffrey Sutton, recently spoke up about the growing pressure on the judiciary. They warned that threats of impeachment against judges who rule against President Trump could disrupt the appeals process. This is a big deal because im

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Mar 12 2025HEALTH

Vaccine Research Hits a Roadblock

Vaccine research is suddenly in jeopardy. The government is pulling the plug on several studies. These studies were looking into how to boost vaccine trust and accessibility. This sudden move is happening during a major measles outbreak. This outbreak is largely due to unvaccinated children. The go

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Mar 12 2025POLITICS

Burning Files: USAID's Document Destruction

USAID staff were given a peculiar task. They were asked to shred and burn classified documents. This wasn't a usual request. It was part of a larger plan to clear out classified safes and personnel documents from a Washington DC office. The task was to be completed in an all-day disposal event. This

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Mar 12 2025EDUCATION

What if the Department of Education is Gone?

The Department of Education, a federal agency with a history dating back to the 1800s, has been a hot topic lately. Some people, including President Trump, want to shut it down. This idea isn't new. In fact, it has been discussed by many politicians over the years. However, the current administratio

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Mar 12 2025CELEBRITIES

Sisters and Brothers: Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson Chat About Life

Michelle Obama and her brother Craig Robinson are teaming up for a new video podcast. It's called IMO, which stands for "in my opinion. " The podcast will tackle everyday questions. These are questions that shape our lives, relationships, and the world around us. Craig Robinson is the executive dire

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Mar 12 2025ENVIRONMENT

North Sea Collision: A Threat to Marine Life and Fisheries

In the North Sea, a recent collision between a cargo ship and an oil tanker has raised serious concerns about environmental damage. The incident happened off the Yorkshire coast of England. The U. K. Coastguard has set up a safety zone around the two ships, which are no longer stuck together. It i

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Mar 12 2025CELEBRITIES

The Surprising Job Offer That Never Was

Dave Portnoy, the brain behind Barstool Sports, shared an intriguing story. A few months ago, he got a call from someone in the Trump administration. They asked if he'd be interested in working for the Department of Commerce. The Department of Commerce is like the voice of business in the government

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Mar 12 2025BUSINESS

Small Businesses in a Spin: What's Going On?

In the United States, small businesses are feeling the heat. The National Federation of Independent Business's Uncertainty Index hit its second-highest level since 1973. This means small business owners are worried about the economy's future. The share of respondents who think it's a good time to ex

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Mar 12 2025WEATHER

Minnesota's Wild Weather: Spring Teases, Then Winter Returns

Minnesota experienced a surprising weather shift on March 10th. Temperatures soared, breaking records in Duluth and Hibbing. Duluth hit 62 degrees, shattering the old record of 58 degrees from 2015. Hibbing also reached 62 degrees, tying its 2012 record. It was a day that felt like spring had finall

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