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Jan 05 2026EDUCATION

Trump's Education Shake-Up: What's Next?

Trump's education policies have caused quite a stir. Schools and universities are feeling the pressure. The administration has launched over 120 investigations into higher education institutions and dozens into K-12 schools. This has led to some schools changing their policies on diversity, admissio

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Jan 05 2026POLITICS

The Man Who Made Friends Across the Aisle

Dick Schulze, a staunch conservative from Pennsylvania, was a rare politician who could make friends on both sides of the aisle. He passed away at 96, leaving behind a legacy of respect and bipartisan cooperation. People who knew him well remembered his ability to disagree without being disagreeable

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Jan 05 2026SCIENCE

Cleaning Up Our Food: A New Way to Detect Harmful Chemicals

Scientists have created a new material that can help detect harmful chemicals in our food. This material is a type of polymer, which is a big molecule made up of many smaller molecules. The polymer is porous, meaning it has tiny holes that can trap and hold onto other molecules. In this case, the po

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Jan 04 2026CELEBRITIES

Jennifer Aniston Cheers On Boyfriend Jim Curtis At His Book Launch

Jennifer Aniston showed up to support her boyfriend, Jim Curtis, at his book launch. The event took place at Godmothers bookstore in Summerland, CA. It was a sold-out event, with tickets priced at $111 each. Aniston looked stylish in a green sweater, jeans, and her signature grey roots. The book, "

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Jan 04 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Cracking the Code: Wordle's Daily Challenge

Wordle, the popular daily word game, has once again left players scratching their heads. The puzzle, which resets at midnight in your local time, is designed to be a global challenge. This means there are two versions of the game's hints and solutions shared each day, based on Eastern Standard Time,

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Jan 04 2026HEALTH

The Silent Threat: How a Fungus is Becoming a Global Health Concern

A dangerous fungus, Candida auris, is causing alarm as it spreads across the United States and beyond. This fungus, often called a "superbug, " is becoming more resistant to treatments and is particularly harmful to those already sick or with weak immune systems. The fungus was first found in 2009

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Jan 04 2026CELEBRITIES

Hollywood's Free Speech Dilemma: Rob Schneider's Career Crossroads

Rob Schneider, a familiar face from "Saturday Night Live" and comedies like "Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo, " has opened up about the challenges he's faced in Hollywood due to his political views. He believes that expressing conservative opinions in the entertainment industry can lead to career setback

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Jan 04 2026EDUCATION

Raising the Bar: Hart District's Push for Better Test Scores

The William S. Hart Union High School District is on a mission to boost student performance in English, math, and science. Despite some progress, a significant number of students are still falling short of state standards on the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) test

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Jan 04 2026POLITICS

Tensions Rise in Yemen as Power Struggle Intensifies

In a recent turn of events, the Yemeni government, supported by Saudi Arabia, has accused southern separatists of blocking access to the city of Aden. This accusation comes after the government reclaimed some territory from the separatists in the east. The separatists, backed by the UAE, deny these

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Jan 04 2026POLITICS

US Troops in Venezuela: A Risky Move for Oil?

Venezuela sits on a goldmine of oil, but getting to it isn't easy. President Trump hinted that US troops might be sent to guard Venezuelan oil fields. This idea comes with big risks and questions. First, sending troops into another country is never simple. It often leads to resistance, especially i

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