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Democrats' Future: What the 2024 Loss Means for Kamala Harris

December 20, 2024

The 2024 election left the Democrats reflecting on their future, especially when it comes to Vice President Kamala Harris. Rumors are swirling about Harris considering another run in 2028 or even becoming California's governor in 2026. While early polls show her leading the pack, the reality is, the

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Why Trump Might Want Cheney Off the Hook

December 20, 2024

Did you know that Donald Trump actually wants Liz Cheney to be pardoned? It might sound weird, but there's a reason behind it. Trump doesn't want a repeat of the January 6th Capitol attack in the news. He's afraid it could make Cheney look like a hero and him the bad guy. Plus, it could take away at

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Trump Wants Texas Congressman Challenged Over Debt Ceiling Stance

December 20, 2024

President Donald Trump has called for a primary challenger to take on U. S. Rep. Chip Roy of Texas, blasting him for standing against lifting the debt ceiling without restrictions. Roy, known for his passion for slashing federal spending, has advocated for limits on future spending before agreeing t

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B. C. Election 2024: A Close Call and a New Face

December 20, 2024

In 2024, British Columbia's political scene saw a dramatic shift. The New Democrats, led by David Eby, snagged a tiny majority in the election after a nail-biting finish. The Conservatives, under John Rustad, made a strong comeback, splitting the right-wing vote with B. C. United. This left the B. C

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School Board Meeting in Spotlight: A Call for Change

December 20, 2024

In Chicago, a special school board meeting is causing quite a stir. The meeting, set for Friday evening, has two main points on the agenda: to either fire the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) chief, Pedro Martinez, or offer him a settlement. But some people aren't happy with the timing. Alderman Debra S

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Russia's Push: The Battle for Pokrovsk

December 20, 2024

Picture this - a city nestled between rail and road links, critical for the Ukrainian defense. We're talking about Pokrovsk, a city with a pre-war population of 60, 000, now under threat from Russian forces. The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) has tracked these movements, showing advances from

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General's Death: Ukrainian Claims Hit Home

December 20, 2024

A powerful Russian general faced an untimely end recently. The general, known for his role in chemical warfare, was killed by a bomb planted on an electric scooter in Moscow. This sudden death was claimed by Ukraine, which had accused the general of using banned chemical weapons in their conflict. T

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Russia's 2022 Invasion of Ukraine: The Surprising Tale of Internet Performance

December 20, 2024

On February 24, 2022, Russia launched a significant military operation in Ukraine, kicking off one of the most substantial European conflicts in recent history. Despite the shared circumstances, the internet experience in both countries took divergent paths. In Ukraine, the internet's reliability pl

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North Korea's Quick Missile Supply to Russia's War

December 20, 2024

Imagine this: North Korea can create and send ballistic missiles to Russia in just a few months. This isn't just a guess. A research group found pieces of missiles in Ukraine that were made in North Korea, including one from 2024. This shows that the time between production and use is shockingly sho

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A Weekend Without Congress? What's Next?

December 20, 2024

You’re probably wondering what’s up with Congress this weekend. Well, unless they get their act together fast, the U. S. government might shut down. That’s right, at 12:01 a. m. Saturday, the money runs out. So, how did we get here? Each year, Congress needs to agree on how to spend money. They’ve