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Jan 02 2026POLITICS

Troops Withdrawal: Trump's Shift on National Guard Deployments

Trump has decided to pull back National Guard troops from Chicago, Los Angeles, and Portland. He mentioned that they might return in a different form if crime rates rise again. The president had sent troops to these cities earlier, despite objections from local leaders. He believed this move would h

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Jan 02 2026POLITICS

Federal Workers Fight Back Against New Health Policy

Federal employees are pushing back against a recent policy change that affects healthcare coverage. The new rule, effective January 1, removes support for gender-affirming treatments from federal health insurance plans. This decision has sparked a legal challenge from the Human Rights Campaign Found

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Jan 01 2026BUSINESS

Retail Shake-Up: Big Names Bite the Dust in 2025

2025 was a tough year for big-name retailers. Many well-known stores shut down for good. Over 8, 100 stores closed across the U. S. This is a big jump from the year before. Why did this happen? It's a mix of things. Online shopping is growing. Plus, people are spending less. And some stores just cou

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Jan 01 2026EDUCATION

Chicago's Education: A Year of Struggles and Changes

Chicago's schools faced big problems this year. Immigration crackdowns made students and families scared. Many Latino schools saw fewer kids showing up. A false alarm about immigration agents even caused panic at one school. Later, when the government started Operation Midway Blitz, schools had to s

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Dec 31 2025BUSINESS

The Ups and Downs of the Beef Industry: A Rancher's Perspective

The beef industry is a tough business. It's not for everyone. Ranchers face many challenges. High prices, low profits, and unpredictable markets are just a few. In 1973, a young rancher learned this the hard way. He bought 20 steers. It was his first big investment. But the market crashed soon after

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Dec 31 2025OPINION

Utah Families Face Tough Choices: Can They Afford to Raise Kids?

Utah, known for its family-friendly environment, is seeing a drop in birth rates. The cost of living and child care is making it hard for families to raise kids. Many parents are struggling to balance work and family life. They are forced to make difficult choices. In Layton, a mother works at a gr

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Dec 31 2025SCIENCE

Breaking New Ground in Bone Cancer Research: A Look at the Latest Discoveries

The 2024 Cancer and Bone Society (CABS) meeting, held at the University of Sheffield, brought together experts to discuss the latest in bone cancer research. This event, which also included the Bone Research Society, focused on how cancer affects bones and how new treatments are being developed. On

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Dec 31 2025POLITICS

Europe's Wake-Up Call: Time to Stand Tall

In a bold New Year's message, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz urged Europe to step up and protect its own interests. He warned that the continent faces serious threats, including Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine, rising global protectionism, and shifting U. S. policies. Merz highlighted that Russia

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Dec 30 2025POLITICS

Honduras' Tight Election Sparks Controversy

In a close call, Salvador Nasralla, who came in second in Honduras' recent presidential election, is not taking his loss lightly. He is calling out the results, claiming there were issues with the voting process. The race was tight, with less than 1% of the votes separating Nasralla from the winner,

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Dec 30 2025POLITICS

Arizona's Push to Protect Small Donors' Privacy

Arizona is looking to boost privacy for those who give small amounts to political campaigns. Right now, anyone donating less than $100 can stay anonymous. But a new bill wants to raise that limit to $200. The idea is to shield these smaller donors from potential backlash. Why the change? The argume

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