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Nov 04 2025EDUCATION

Why the Education Department Might Be More Trouble Than It's Worth

The recent government shutdown has sparked a fresh debate about the need for a federal Department of Education. While schools have continued to operate smoothly without federal oversight, the shutdown has highlighted the redundancy of the department. Local schools have remained open, teachers have

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Nov 03 2025POLITICS

A Look at the Big Stories Shaping Our World

The government shutdown continues, with President Trump showing little interest in negotiations. He's been spending time in Florida, making it one of his many trips since the shutdown began. Meanwhile, Democrats are being blamed for the ongoing situation. The House, controlled by Republicans, has pa

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Nov 03 2025POLITICS

Food Aid in Crisis: Half Help and Hurdles

The government has restarted food aid payments, but there's a problem. They're only giving half of what people usually get. This is because they're using a backup fund that doesn't have enough money to cover the full amount. This all began when the government shutdown left food aid payments on hold

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Nov 03 2025POLITICS

Political Gridlock: Who Will Blink First?

The U. S. government shutdown is dragging on, with no end in sight. It's been 33 days, and the two main parties are stuck in a deadlock. Republicans are pushing to reopen the government, but Democrats are holding firm, demanding talks on health care subsidies first. President Donald Trump is putting

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Nov 03 2025POLITICS

America's Growing Divide: Is Splitting Up the Answer?

America is in a tough spot right now. The government has been shut down for weeks, and it's just one more sign that the political system is broken. President Trump blames the Democrats, and the Democrats blame the Republicans. Meanwhile, regular people are the ones who are really suffering. This is

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Nov 03 2025POLITICS

Lebanon's Tough Task: Disarming Hezbollah

Lebanon is in a tough spot. The Israeli Defense Minister, Israel Katz, recently said that Lebanon needs to follow through on its promise to disarm Hezbollah and remove them from southern Lebanon. This comes as Israel continues to target Hezbollah in the south. Israel's military reported that they k

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Nov 03 2025CRYPTO

Iran's Power Struggle: Crypto Miners vs. The Grid

In Iran, a big problem is brewing. Nearly all of the country's 427, 000 crypto mining machines are running without permission. This is a huge deal because these machines are guzzling up more than 1, 400 megawatts of electricity every day. That's a lot of power! The issue is so severe that it's putt

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Nov 02 2025POLITICS

Voters Take Center Stage: A Look at Key Races and Issues

In several states, voters are making important decisions that could shape the political landscape. These elections are not just about choosing leaders but also about sending messages to national parties. In New York City, the mayoral race is heating up. Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist, is ch

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Nov 02 2025POLITICS

The Government Shutdown: A Growing Concern for Americans

The government shutdown is causing more and more worry among Americans. Many people think Congress isn't even trying to fix the problem. This worry is especially strong among those with lower incomes, who are more concerned about how the shutdown will affect them personally. Politically, no one see

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Nov 02 2025POLITICS

Keeping America Fed: SNAP Benefits and the Government Shutdown

A recent court ruling in Rhode Island has brought attention to the ongoing struggle to fund SNAP benefits during the government shutdown. Judge John J. McConnell Jr. commended President Donald Trump for his swift response to the court's order, acknowledging the president's efforts to ensure timely f

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