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A Leader Steps Down as U. S. Boat Attacks Face Questions

December 12, 2025

A high-ranking U. S. Navy leader has left his post early, sparking curiosity about why he chose to retire now. Admiral Alvin Holsey, who was in charge of military activities in Latin America, handed over his responsibilities to Air Force Lieutenant General Evan Pettus during a quiet ceremony near Mi

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Underwater Watch: British Navy Keeps an Eye on Russian Sub

December 12, 2025

The British navy has been busy lately. They spent three days keeping tabs on a Russian submarine cruising through the English Channel. The submarine, named Krasnodar, is a sneaky Kilo-class type. It sailed on the surface the whole time, but the British were ready to dive into action if it went under

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Powerful Figures in Epstein's Photo Collection

December 12, 2025

A massive collection of nearly 100, 000 photos from Jeffrey Epstein's estate has surfaced, featuring some well-known figures. Among them are former U. S. Presidents Donald Trump and Bill Clinton, along with Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, and filmmaker Woody Allen. These images, released by House D

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Spain's Socialists Under Fire for Mishandling Harassment Claims

December 12, 2025

Spain's Socialist Party, PSOE, is in hot water. They said sorry for not handling sexual harassment complaints well. This is a big deal because they've always been big on women's rights. But now, people are saying they set up a way for women to report harassment, but then didn't do anything about it.

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Texas Democrats: Time to Talk Taxes and Take Action

December 12, 2025

In the upcoming elections, Texas Democrats have a chance to make a real difference. But they need to focus on taxes. People are tired of hearing vague promises. They want clear plans on how to lower taxes, especially for working families in Lubbock County. Property taxes are a huge problem. They ke

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Ocean Data in Peril: Why NOAA's Buoys Are at Risk

December 12, 2025

The ocean is a big, mysterious place, and we rely on buoys and sensors to help us understand it better. These tools give us important information for fishing, shipping, and even predicting hurricanes. But right now, these buoys are in trouble because they aren't getting the money they need to keep w

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A President's Limited Power: The Symbolic Gesture for a Convicted Clerk

December 12, 2025

In a move that grabbed headlines but had little real impact, former President Trump declared he would pardon Tina Peters, a former Colorado county clerk. She was found guilty of meddling with voting equipment after the 2020 election. However, this pardon is mostly for show because Trump can't pardon

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Money Movers in the Spotlight: U. S. Treasury Tightens Grip on Fraud

December 12, 2025

The U. S. Treasury is stepping up its game to keep an eye on money services businesses. This move comes after a big fraud case in Minnesota, where COVID relief funds meant for school kids' meals went missing. Over 77 people, many from the Somali community, are facing charges for this scam. The Trea

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Europe's Shifting Stance on Migrant Rights

December 12, 2025

Europe is rethinking its approach to migrant rights. This shift comes as political parties across the continent toughen their stance on immigration. The Council of Europe, a group of 46 nations, recently agreed to explore changes that could weaken protections for migrants. These protections have bee

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A Congressman's Bold Move: Impeachment Articles Filed Against Defense Secretary

December 12, 2025

A Michigan congressman, Shri Thanedar, has made a striking move by introducing impeachment articles against Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. The charges? Murder, conspiracy to murder, and mishandling classified information. Thanedar's claims are serious, accusing Hegseth of ordering strikes on a