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Dec 05 2025POLITICS

Congress Plays Political Ping-Pong with Health Care Subsidies

It seems like Congress is stuck in a time loop. Remember the government shutdown a few weeks ago? Democrats and Republicans agreed to end it with a promise to talk about health care subsidies. But now, with a Senate vote just around the corner, it looks like nothing will change. This isn't the firs

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Dec 05 2025POLITICS

A New Architect Joins White House Ballroom Project

A fresh face is joining the team working on the White House ballroom. Shalom Baranes Associates, a well-known architecture firm based in Washington, D. C. , has been brought on board. This move comes as the project shifts into a new phase, requiring different expertise. The current architect, James

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Dec 05 2025RELIGION

Why the Vatican Still Says No to Women Deacons

The Vatican has a long history of excluding women from leadership roles. This time, it's about deacons. After years of discussion, a group of experts said no to women becoming deacons. This is a big deal because deacons are like junior ministers. They can preach and perform some sacraments, but they

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Dec 05 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A Year of Big Movies and TV Shows

The American Film Institute (AFI) just shared its top 10 films and TV shows of the year. This list is a big deal because it often hints at what might win Oscars later. Warner Bros. had a great year with two films making the cut: "One Battle After Another" and "Sinners. " Other standout movies inclu

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Dec 05 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Hollywood Heavyweights Raise Alarms Over Netflix's Big Move

Big names in Hollywood are worried. They think Netflix buying Warner Bros. Discovery could shake things up in a big way. They sent a letter to Congress, but they didn't sign it. Why? They're scared of what Netflix might do to them. These filmmakers think Netflix could hurt movie theaters. They say

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Dec 05 2025POLITICS

The Salisbury Poisoning: A Look at the Consequences

A recent investigation has pointed fingers at the highest levels of the Russian government for a nerve agent attack in the UK. The inquiry suggests that President Vladimir Putin likely gave the green light for the operation targeting a former Russian spy, Sergei Skripal, who had been living in the U

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Dec 05 2025BUSINESS

Paramount's Bold Move: Why They Think They're the Best Fit for Warner Bros.

Paramount is not happy with how Warner Bros Discovery (WBD) is handling a potential sale. They believe that if Netflix or Comcast win the bid, it won't be smooth sailing. Paramount thinks they are the only ones with a clear shot at buying WBD because they have a strong legal background to back them

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Dec 05 2025POLITICS

A New Designer for the White House Ballroom

President Donald Trump has made a change in the team working on the White House ballroom project. A small design firm that was originally chosen for the job is no longer involved. This decision comes after some disagreements about the project's scale and the firm's ability to handle such a big task.

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Dec 05 2025POLITICS

Pentagon's Secret Phone Setup: A Risky Move?

A recent report revealed that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had a special setup installed in his Pentagon office. This setup allowed him to use his personal cell phone inside a secure area, which is usually not allowed. The report comes from an investigation into Hegseth's use of the Signal app. H

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Dec 05 2025TECHNOLOGY

Moon Race: Can the U. S. Beat China Back to the Moon?

The U. S. is in a tight spot. China is making big moves to send people to the Moon. Meanwhile, the U. S. is still figuring out its next steps with the Artemis program. Lawmakers are starting to worry that China might beat the U. S. back to the Moon. They're asking tough questions about how to speed

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