POLICIES

Jan 23 2025POLITICS

Trump's Controversial Pardons and Shifts in Policy

On his first full day back in office, President Donald Trump decided to pardon over 200 people who assaulted police during the Capitol attack in 2021. This action was part of a broader plan to overhaul Washington and undo the work of the previous administration. Among those pardoned was Enrique Tarr

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Jan 23 2025FINANCE

Bitcoin: The Fear Factor, Says Blackrock's CEO

At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Blackrock CEO Larry Fink made a surprising claim about Bitcoin. He believes that the cryptocurrency could skyrocket to $700, 000 per coin if global economic instability increases. Fink thinks people might turn to Bitcoin as a safe haven during uncer

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Jan 23 2025RELIGION

Religious Talk: How Quebec's Rules Affect Syrian Refugees

Imagine you're a Syrian refugee who's just arrived in Canada with your kids. How often you talk about religion with them might depend on where you settle. A recent study looked at Syrian refugees in Quebec and other provinces. The big difference? Quebec has strict rules about public religious expres

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Jan 22 2025BUSINESS

Tech Tariffs: A Shift in Manufacturing, Not Jobs

You might think tech tariffs are designed to bring jobs back home. But in reality, they're just shifting manufacturing to other countries. Take a Chinese company selling data center cables. They have factories in China and Thailand. Why Thailand? Because the U. S. slapped a 20% tariff on Chinese pro

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Jan 21 2025POLITICS

Trump's First 24 Hours: A Wild Ride

In just one day, President Trump made big waves across the globe. He's got new plans for Russia, the Middle East, and even TikTok. But is everyone on board? Let's break it down. First, Trump talked about Russia and Ukraine. He wants to end the war, but Europe's worried he might favor Russia. He's n

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Jan 21 2025POLITICS

Trump's New Plan: Boost Fossil Fuels, Ax EV Funds

Former President Trump has kicked off his push to roll back environmental policies, focusing on electric vehicles and tailpipe emissions. He's signed orders aiming to stop funding for EV charging stations and weaken emission standards. This move could let cars pollute more, but the auto industry is

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Jan 21 2025POLITICS

Trump's First Day: Big Promises and Controversial Moves

On his first day in office, former President Trump made a series of bold announcements. He declared a national energy emergency, aiming to boost domestic oil and gas production. He also targeted immigration, promising strict policies to handle the southern border crisis. Trump criticized Biden for m

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Jan 21 2025POLITICS

Trump's Climate U-Turn: US Leaves Paris Agreement Again

It’s happening again. President Trump has announced that the US will withdraw from the historic Paris climate agreement. This move follows a series of pro-fossil fuel policies that started with Trump’s promise to “drill, baby, drill. ” The US was one of nearly 200 countries that signed the 2015 Pari

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Jan 20 2025FINANCE

Stock Futures Jump on Trump's Inauguration Day

On January 20, 2025, U. S. stock market futures saw a significant rise as Donald Trump was inaugurated for his second presidential term. Investors were optimistic about immediate actions from the new president that could boost the economy, particularly in the banking and energy sectors. The Dow Jone

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Jan 20 2025FINANCE

Bitcoin Surges Before Trump’s Inauguration: A New Crypto Era?

Bitcoin has hit a new high, crossing $109, 000, ahead of President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration. The cryptocurrency market is buzzing with excitement, hoping that Trump will bring changes favorable to digital currencies. Once a skeptic, Trump now supports crypto and has promised to make the U.

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