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Sep 23 2024OPINION

The Double-Edged Sword of China's Gotion: A Threat to Local Communities and Human Rights

As the world shifts towards electric vehicles, a US subsidiary of China's Gotion High-tech Co. Ltd., Gotion Inc., is planning to set up electric vehicle battery plants in Illinois and Michigan. The company has received substantial tax credits and subsidies to achieve this goal. However, local reside

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Sep 23 2024HEALTH

The Future of Berkeley's Health and Wellbeing: A Ballot Initiative Guide

As Berkeleians head to the polls this November, they'll be faced with a series of ballot initiatives aimed at improving community health and wellbeing. One of the most significant measures is Measure HH, which would set new indoor air quality standards for city-owned or leased buildings. Proponents

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Sep 20 2024POLITICS

A Fresh Fight for Fairness in Taxation

The debate over the state and local tax (SALT) deduction has been ongoing for years, with lawmakers and taxpayers alike arguing over its merits. Now, with the cap on SALT set to expire in 2025, the fight is heating up once again. But this time, it's not just about the tax deduction itself – it's abo

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Sep 19 2024BUSINESS

Massachusetts' Economic Growth: A New Alliance Aims to Boost Competitiveness

In a bid to revitalize the state's economy, a group of prominent business leaders has launched the Mass Opportunity Alliance, a nonprofit organization aimed at highlighting the tax burden and high costs of doing business in Massachusetts. The alliance, which has already raised millions of dollars, h

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Sep 19 2024BUSINESS

The Dark Side of Game Shows: Is MrBeast's Beast Games a Recipe for Disaster?

It's a well-known fact that game shows are meant to be entertaining, but sometimes the excitement can take a dark turn. For contestants on MrBeast's upcoming Beast Games show, the experience was not what they expected. A recently filed lawsuit claims that the YouTube superstar and Amazon subjected t

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Sep 19 2024POLITICS

Trump's Long Shot: A GOP Hail Mary in Suburban New York

Suburban New York, a region often overlooked in presidential campaigns, has become an unlikely battleground in the 2024 election. Donald Trump, the Republican candidate, is shifting his focus to this area, hoping to flip the script and make inroads in traditionally Democratic-strongholds. His party

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Sep 19 2024BUSINESS

The Billionaire's Dilemma: A Gold Rush Awaits if Kamala Harris Wins the Election

In a recent interview on Fox Business, billionaire hedge fund manager John Paulson spilled the beans on his plan of action if Kamala Harris becomes the president. Paulson, a Trump supporter, revealed that he would sell his stocks and invest in gold if Harris wins the election. The reason behind this

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Sep 18 2024POLITICS

Trump's Campaign Rally in Flint: A Tense Election Season

As the presidential election heats up, Donald Trump is hitting the campaign trail, with a stop in Flint, Michigan, amidst ongoing tensions and concerns about safety. The event comes on the heels of a second apparent assassination attempt against Trump, which has raised questions about the tone of th

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Sep 17 2024OPINION

The Dark Side of New York's Education System

The stunning revelations about six Department of Education employees stealing slots meant for homeless children to take their own kids on luxurious taxpayer-funded trips have raised questions about the rot that runs deep within the city's public-school system. The scheme, led by Linda M. Wilson, a s

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Sep 17 2024OPINION

The Speed Limit Enigma: Why Enforcement Matters

Imagine driving on a highway with no speed limit signs, no traffic police, and no restrictions. Sounds chaotic, right? Yet, this is the reality for many drivers in Dallas, where speed limits are often ignored. The Texas Department of Transportation has recently lowered speed limits on several roads

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