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Mar 18 2025POLITICS

SpaceX's Starlink: A Potential Conflict of Interest?

In the world of aviation, there's a lot of talk about a possible conflict of interest involving Elon Musk. The spotlight is on how his company, SpaceX, is involved in upgrading the U. S. Federal Aviation Administration's air traffic control system. This is a big deal because it involves a lot of m

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Mar 17 2025POLITICS

United States Steps Back from Ukraine Invasion Probe

A recent move by the United States is raising eyebrows. The country has decided to withdraw from an international effort to investigate who is responsible for the invasion of Ukraine. This decision comes as a surprise to many, as it seems to align more with the interests of Vladimir Putin, the Russi

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Mar 17 2025POLITICS

Canada's New PM Hits the Road: A Transatlantic Tour

The newly appointed prime minister of Canada, Carney, is kicking off his international journey with a visit to France and the United Kingdom. This trip comes at a crucial time, as Canada faces economic challenges from its neighbor to the south. The United States, under President Trump, has imposed t

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Mar 17 2025POLITICS

Silenced Voices: The Impact of Trump's Media Shake-Up

The landscape of international news took a surprising turn when President Donald Trump decided to significantly reduce the role of Voice of America (VOA) and similar outlets. This move has sparked a mix of reactions, particularly from China, where state media has long been critical of VOA's coverage

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Mar 17 2025CRIME

Nightclub Fire in North Macedonia: A Tragedy Unfolds

North Macedonia is currently in a state of shock and grief. A deadly fire swept through a nightclub in Kocani, a town about 50 miles east of the capital, Skopje. The disaster claimed at least 59 lives and left at least 155 people injured. The fire started during a concert when fireworks set the r

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Mar 16 2025POLITICS

Diplomatic Drama: South Africa and the US in a Tangle

The US government recently kicked out South Africa's ambassador, Ebrahim Rasool. This move was a response to comments Rasool made about the MAGA movement. Why the anger? Rasool suggested that the MAGA movement was driven by fears of demographic change in the US. The US government saw this as an

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Mar 16 2025POLITICS

Student Activist's Arrest Sparks Nationwide Protests

The arrest of Mahmoud Khalil, a former student activist at a prestigious university, has sparked a wave of protests across the country. Khalil, who is originally from Algeria, was taken into custody by immigration authorities in the middle of the night. This move has ignited tensions between the cur

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Mar 15 2025POLITICS

Travel Restrictions: A New Wave of Immigration Limits

The Trump administration is thinking about putting new travel restrictions on citizens from many countries. This isn't just a small list. We're talking about 41 countries, split into three groups. The first group of 10 countries, including Afghanistan, Iran, Syria, Cuba, and North Korea, would face

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Mar 15 2025POLITICS

Federal Job Cuts: What's Happening and Why?

Federal agencies are gearing up for significant changes. The Department of Education is planning to cut nearly half of its workforce. The Department of Veterans Affairs is aiming to reduce its staff by 80, 000 employees. The Social Security Administration is offering buyouts to employees before maki

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Mar 15 2025POLITICS

Texas Oil Bash: Big Oil's Party Under Trump

The oil industry's biggest gathering in Texas was a mix of celebration and worry. The event, held in Houston, saw industry leaders boasting about their influence and the Trump administration's support for increased energy production. The mood was upbeat, with executives praising Trump's pol

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