SENATOR SUSAN COLLINS

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Dec 04 2025HEALTH

Young Activist Fights Back Against Tobacco in Her Community

Breanna Cutright, an 18-year-old from Clarksburg, West Virginia, found her purpose through Raze, an anti-tobacco program for youth. When federal funding cuts forced Raze to shut down, she felt lost. The program had given her opportunities, like meeting senators and advocating for tobacco-free school

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Dec 04 2025POLITICS

Tennessee's Election: A Wake-Up Call for the GOP

In the recent Tennessee House special election, Republicans clinched a victory, but the outcome also sparked concern for the party. The race showcased a significant shift in voter behavior. The Republican candidate, backed by former President Trump, secured a win by nine points. However, this was in

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Dec 04 2025POLITICS

A Risky Chat: How a Pentagon Chief Might Have Put Soldiers in Danger

A recent investigation by the Pentagon's watchdog has raised serious concerns about a high-ranking official's use of a popular messaging app. Pete Hegseth, the Defense Secretary, is at the center of this controversy. He shared details about a planned military operation in Yemen using the Signal app.

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Dec 04 2025POLITICS

NASA's Future: A Billionaire's Bold Plan Sparks Debate

A billionaire's vision for NASA is stirring up quite the storm. Jared Isaacman, a tech mogul, is back in the hot seat, defending his ideas for the space agency. Senators are not happy about a leaked plan called Project Athena. It suggests big changes, like cutting back on science and handing over ta

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Dec 03 2025FINANCE

New Savings Plan for Kids: What You Should Know

A new savings plan called "Trump Accounts" has been introduced. It aims to help families save for their children's future. The government will give $1, 000 to each child born between 2025 and 2028. Families can add up to $5, 000 each year. Employers can also contribute up to $2, 500. The money must

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Dec 03 2025POLITICS

A Fight for Fairness: Why All Air Traffic Controllers Deserve Recognition

A senator is pushing back against a decision that only rewards a small group of air traffic controllers and FAA technicians for working during a government shutdown. The Transportation Department plans to give a $10, 000 bonus, but only to those who didn't miss a single day of work during the 44-day

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Dec 03 2025ENTERTAINMENT

2025's Must-Read Books: A Mix of Thrills, Love, and Big Ideas

In 2025, a bunch of amazing books hit the shelves. They covered all sorts of topics, from romance to sci-fi, and everything in between. Here's a closer look at some of the standout titles that had everyone talking. One book that stole the show was "Atmosphere" by Taylor Jenkins Reid. It's a grippin

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Dec 03 2025OPINION

Cash on Demand: A New Way to Get Rich Quick?

In the past, bagmen were shady characters in movies, carrying stolen goods. They had to be careful not to attract attention. But times have changed. Now, you can get a bag of cash delivered to your door. It's like having your own personal ATM. Robinhood, a company that helps people invest in stocks

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Dec 03 2025POLITICS

The Moon Race: Who Will Lead NASA to Victory?

The Senate is about to grill Jared Isaacman, a billionaire astronaut and Trump's pick for NASA's top job. This isn't his first rodeo; he's already had one hearing. But this time, it's all about speed. He's got a big message: the U. S. needs to hurry up and get back to the moon before China does. Is

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Dec 03 2025POLITICS

Jared Isaacman's Big NASA Test: What's Next?

Jared Isaacman, a billionaire tech boss and friend of Elon Musk, is back in the hot seat. He's up for a big job: running NASA. But first, he's got to convince a group of senators that he's the right guy for the role. This isn't his first time at the rodeo. Back in April, he had a similar chat with

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