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Nov 13 2025POLITICS

How NATO Can Outsmart Putin

Putin's aggressive moves in Ukraine and around NATO borders are a big problem. Just throwing money at defense won't fix it. NATO needs a smart plan, like the Harmel Report from 1967, but updated for today. This new plan should focus on changing Putin's mind and actions, leading to talks and better u

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Nov 13 2025SPORTS

Arsenal's Squad Depth: A Test for Arteta

Arsenal's recent success is a testament to their smart planning. The team has handled injuries well, thanks to a strong squad. This shows how important it is to have good players in every position. Now, with players coming back from injuries, manager Mikel Arteta has a big decision to make. He need

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Nov 13 2025POLITICS

Cincinnati's Election: Where Did the GOP Stand on Trump?

Cincinnati's recent municipal election left many voters scratching their heads, especially those who consider themselves moderates. The city saw a crowded field of 27 candidates running for nine council seats, a mix of Democrats, Republicans, and independents. But one thing stood out: the silence fr

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Nov 13 2025WEATHER

Thanksgiving Weather: What's in Store for Mississippi?

Mississippians, get ready for a warm and sunny Thanksgiving! Unlike the snowy scenes often depicted in movies, the South usually enjoys mild weather during the holiday season. The Old Farmer's Almanac predicts a toasty Thanksgiving for the Deep South, including Mississippi. This region, which also c

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Nov 13 2025ENVIRONMENT

Louisiana's Infrastructure: A Work in Progress

Louisiana's infrastructure is in a tough spot. It's not just about the money, but also the age of the structures and the increasing number of extreme weather events. The American Society of Civil Engineers gave the state a "C-" overall, which is a slight improvement from the last report. But don't g

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Nov 13 2025TECHNOLOGY

Space Weather Delays Mars Mission Launch

A powerful solar storm has caused a delay in the launch of NASA's ESCAPADE mission to Mars. The mission, which was supposed to lift off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida aboard Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket, has been postponed due to concerns about the impact of the solar storm on

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Nov 13 2025BUSINESS

BP's Big Shift: What's Next for Castrol?

BP is making some big changes. They are talking with Stonepeak, a large investment company, about selling their Castrol lubricants unit. This sale is part of BP's larger plan to raise a lot of money by selling off some of their business parts. Here's what's happening: Both Stonepeak and another pri

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Nov 13 2025EDUCATION

A New Chapter for Savoie

Joseph Savoie, the former president of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, has decided to retire at the end of this year. This choice means he won't take a break or join the College of Education and Human Development as planned for 2026. Savoie shared this news in an email to university staff

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Nov 13 2025CRIME

Why Do Big Cities Have More Crime? Let's Look at the Numbers

After the death of Charlie Kirk, a well-known conservative commentator, social media was flooded with claims that political party membership could predict violent crime rates. One post, shared by Tim Pool, a conservative podcaster, showed a chart comparing violent crime rates in 2023 based on the po

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Nov 13 2025POLITICS

France's Pension Pause: A Political Balancing Act

In France, lawmakers are gearing up to vote on a significant shift in pension policy. The government is looking to put a hold on a controversial plan to raise the retirement age. This move comes as the country grapples with a shaky political landscape and a growing budget deficit. The current prime

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