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Jun 29 2025POLITICS

Tax Break Trouble: GOP's Rush to Meet Trump's Deadline

The Senate is working through the weekend. Republicans are trying to pass a big tax and spending bill by July 4th. This is President Trump's plan. The bill is huge, with 940 pages. It includes tax cuts and spending reductions. But not everyone in the GOP agrees with the cuts, especially to Medicaid

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Jun 29 2025SPORTS

Detroit Red Wings: Day 2 Draft Picks and Prospects

Day two of the 2025 NHL Draft is here, and the Detroit Red Wings have a busy schedule ahead. With eight picks in their pocket, the team has plenty of opportunities to add some fresh talent. The first day of the draft was a bit of a mess, with the new virtual format causing some delays. But day two i

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Jun 29 2025POLITICS

Judges and Politics: Why Criticizing the Court Can Be Dangerous

Chief Justice John Roberts recently addressed the issue of political figures criticizing judges. He emphasized the importance of an independent judiciary and cautioned against politicians expressing hostility towards judges. Roberts made these remarks at a conference of judges in Charlotte, North Ca

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Jun 29 2025TECHNOLOGY

Nothing's New Headphones: What We Know So Far

Nothing, a company known for its unique tech designs, is about to launch its first over-ear headphones. These headphones are set to hit the market on July 1, alongside the Nothing Phone (3). The company has been tight-lipped about the details, but some specs have been leaked. The headphones weigh 3

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Jun 29 2025WEATHER

Flights in Chaos: Atlanta Airport Battles Storms During Peak Travel Time

Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, the world's busiest, faced a tough night due to severe weather. Hundreds of flights were canceled, and many more were delayed, causing headaches for travelers. Delta Air Lines, which calls Atlanta its home base, was hit the hardest. Nearly 14% of

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Jun 28 2025POLITICS

Drones Strike Odesa as Ukraine Hits Back in Crimea

In the early hours, a drone attack on Odesa left two people dead and at least 17 hurt. The victims included a married couple, and three children were among the injured. The drone hit a residential building, causing significant damage and trapping residents inside. Meanwhile, Ukraine launched a coun

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Jun 28 2025HEALTH

Preventable Pain: Stories of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases

In the past, many kids died young from diseases we can now prevent with vaccines. Now, some people are choosing not to vaccinate, and these diseases are coming back. This is a big problem because these illnesses can cause serious harm or even death. Janith Farnham and her daughter Jacque know this

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Jun 28 2025POLITICS

Germany's Big Military Shift: What's Driving the Change?

Germany is making a big change. It's planning to spend more on its military. This is a huge deal because Germany has always been cautious about military spending. A few years ago, the U. S. president said that countries like Germany needed to spend more on defense. This got people talking. Soon aft

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Jun 28 2025SPORTS

The Unrealistic Chase: Faith Kipyegon and the Four-Minute Mile

Faith Kipyegon is a top runner, but she didn't break the four-minute mile record. This event was more about marketing than real progress. It showed how companies and media can hype up expectations and oversell what science can do. The idea that Kipyegon could run a mile in under four minutes came f

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Jun 28 2025EDUCATION

Full-Time School or No Pell Grants? The Dilemma for Community College Students

A proposed bill, nicknamed the "Big Beautiful Bill, " is causing quite a stir among community college students. The main issue? It wants to make Pell Grants, a crucial financial aid program, harder to get. Specifically, it would require students to take more classes to qualify. Pell Grants are a bi

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