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Why Crypto Investors Could Influence the 2024 U. S. Presidential Election

November 2, 2024

Digital currencies are becoming more popular, with up to 21% of Americans owning crypto. This means there are around 18 million to 50 million potential voters who care about a candidate's stance on the crypto industry. Swing states are where crypto voters could make a big difference. Groups like Sta

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Elon Musk's Role in Trump's Hypothetical Government: A Sudden Shift

November 2, 2024

For weeks, Elon Musk was interested in leading a special task force under Donald Trump's potential administration. But now, things have changed. According to Howard Lutnick, the CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald, Musk's role has been scaled back. Instead of heading a department, he'll be writing software to

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Why South Korea is Teaming Up with the U. S. to Watch the Pacific

November 2, 2024

South Korea and the U. S. are joining forces to keep the Indo-Pacific region safe and stable. They've created a new partnership called the Regional Cooperation Framework. This is like their way of showing they're serious about maintaining peace and security in the region. The U. S. and South Korea m

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The South China Sea: Trade Routes and Tensions

November 2, 2024

The South China Sea is a busy waterway where several countries, including China, have been arguing about who owns it. China claims almost all of it, but other countries like the Philippines and Vietnam disagree. This dispute has become more serious in recent years, and some experts worry it could ev

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North Korea: Soldiers in Ukraine

November 2, 2024

North Korea might send troops to help Russia in Ukraine, but can they handle the fight? Thousands of North Korean soldiers are headed to Russia, ready to join the battle against Ukraine. But how will they do? They haven't seen much combat before. And will their leader, Kim Jong Un, let them go? It's

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Russia's Winter War Strategy in Ukraine

November 2, 2024

As the conflict in Ukraine heads into its third winter, Russia is turning up the heat. Military experts are pointing out that Russian forces are likely to target key areas in the Donetsk region, aiming to gain control of vital logistics hubs and cities. One of the recent captures includes Selydove,

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Poland Asks US to Let It Shoot Down Russian Missiles Over Ukraine

November 2, 2024

Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski recently proposed that Poland should be allowed to shoot down Russian missiles heading towards Ukraine. He believes this is necessary to protect Polish airspace and citizens from potential harm. Two US representatives, Joe Wilson and Steve Cohen, have writte

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The World Holds Its Breath: U. S. Elections' Global Impact

November 2, 2024

As Americans eagerly await their election results, the rest of the world is also watching closely. The U. S. might not be the sole superpower it once was, but it's still the most influential nation globally. How the election turns out can shape the world for years to come. Already, the election cyc

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North Korea in Russia: A Diplomatic Dance

November 2, 2024

Imagine this: North Korea's top diplomat, Choe Son Hui, is in Moscow. Why? Well, reports suggest that North Korea has sent around 10, 000 troops to Russia to help in the Ukraine war. This is a big deal, and Western leaders are worried. They think it could shake things up in the Indo-Pacific region. ...

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A Week's Tenure: Chicago School Board Head Steps Down Over Controversial Posts

November 2, 2024

In Chicago, the president of the school board, Rev. Mitchell Johnson, has stepped down just a week after his appointment. The reason? His social media posts were found to be antisemitic, misogynistic, and supportive of a conspiracy theory about the 9/11 attacks. Mayor Brandon Johnson asked for his r