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Idaho's Education Shift: Public Aid to Private Gains

April 18, 2025

Idaho's recent education policy changes have sparked debate. The state has allocated 50 million dollars to support private school tuition and homeschooling. This move came just weeks after ending a program that helped public school students with educational expenses. The program, called Emp

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Texas Leads the Way: School Vouchers on the Rise

April 18, 2025

The early hours of Thursday morning brought a significant victory for school vouchers in Texas. This win marked a pivotal moment, as Texas was the last major Republican-led state to adopt this policy. Now, the focus shifts to the national stage, where voucher supporters are pushing for broader accep

crime

Governor Shapiro's Home Attacked: A Suspicious Fire Raises Questions

April 17, 2025

In the early hours of a Sunday, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro's residence was targeted in a shocking arson attack. The incident occurred just hours after the Shapiro family had celebrated the first night of Passover with friends. Fortunately, the family was safely evacuated before the fire caus

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Senator's Tough Talk in Iowa: Locals Demand Action

April 16, 2025

In a small town in southeast Iowa, a packed room of locals gathered to confront Senator Chuck Grassley. They wanted to know why he wasn't pushing back against President Trump's actions. The room was filled to the brim, with many people standing, eager to voice their concerns. Grassley, known for hi

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Harvard vs. Trump: The Funding Freeze

April 15, 2025

Harvard University is in a tough spot. The Trump administration has frozen over $2. 2 billion in grants and contracts. This move came after Harvard's president, Alan Garber, refused to meet certain demands. These demands included eliminating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs, screening

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How Brazil's Lawmakers Vote: A Tale of Two Houses

April 15, 2025

The Brazilian Congress is made up of two parts: the Senate and the Chamber of Deputies. Both are crucial for making laws in Brazil. Researchers have been using complex networks to study how these groups work. Most studies have focused on the Chamber of Deputies, leaving the Senate largely unexplored

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Oakland's Future: A Battle of Experience vs. Innovation

April 14, 2025

Oakland is at a crucial point. Two strong candidates are vying for the mayor's seat. Barbara Lee, a seasoned politician, is back in her hometown. She wants to bring her decades of experience to the city. Lee has a long history in politics, starting in Sacramento and moving to Washington. She is know

entertainment

A Star's Journey: The Life and Times of Nicky Katt

April 14, 2025

Nicky Katt's passing at the age of 54 has left many fans sad. Katt was a familiar face in many movies and TV shows. He was born in South Dakota in 1970. Katt began acting as a kid. He had small parts in shows like "ChiPs, " "Code Red, " "Herbie, The Love Bug, " and "Voyagers! " These were popul

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Voting hurdles for married women

April 13, 2025

The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act is stirring up a lot of talk. It is heading to the Senate and could change how millions of married women vote, especially those who changed their last names. The bill aims to crack down on voter fraud. But here is the thing. Voter fraud is rare in the Uni

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Trump's Tariff Tweaks Spark Market Rollercoaster

April 12, 2025

The political arena is abuzz with questions about the recent market swings. At the heart of the debate are Donald Trump's sudden changes in tariff policies. These shifts have left many wondering if insider trading might have played a role. The SEC is under the spotlight. Some senior Senate Democrat