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Celebrities Speak Up: Billie Eilish and Others Challenge ICE Actions

January 27, 2026

Billie Eilish and her brother Finneas have called out fellow celebrities for staying quiet after ICE officers shot and killed Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse in Minneapolis. Pretti had a permit for his gun, but ICE officers shot him during an enforcement operation. This isn't the first time ICE has been i

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Stars Speak Up: Celebrities Demand Change After Minnesota Shootings

January 27, 2026

In a bold move, several high-profile celebrities have taken to social media to rally people to action. They want citizens to reach out to their senators and voice their concerns. The issue at hand is the recent killings of two U. S. citizens by federal immigration officials in Minnesota. Singer Katy

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Minnesota GOP Hopeful Quits Race, Criticizes Federal Tactics

January 26, 2026

Chris Madel, a lawyer from Minneapolis, has decided to step back from his campaign for Minnesota governor. His decision comes after a series of events that have stirred up controversy in the state. Madel, who was never elected before, joined the race in December. He was known for supporting law enf

business

Home Loans Get a Major Update: What's Really Going On?

January 26, 2026

The housing finance world is buzzing with a significant change. Bill Pulte, the head of housing finance, has given Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac the green light to purchase a lot more mortgage bonds. This move has sparked mixed reactions and raised some eyebrows. The new limit is staggering. Each comp

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Minneapolis Shooting: Officials and Video Tell Different Stories

January 26, 2026

In Minneapolis, a city already on edge, another shooting by federal officers has sparked outrage and debate. Alex Pretti, a local ICU nurse, was shot and killed by immigration agents on a snowy Saturday. Officials claim he assaulted officers and obstructed their work, but videos from bystanders tell

sports

Louisiana's Gambling Boom and Point Shaving Scandal

January 25, 2026

Louisiana has seen a huge rise in sports betting, with over $440 million in wagers in 2025. But this growth has come with a dark side: a point-shaving scandal involving college basketball players. Players from Tulane University, Nicholls State, and the University of New Orleans were indicted for try

opinion

Is the National Education Association Losing Its Way?

January 25, 2026

Senator Bill Cassidy from Louisiana has raised serious concerns about the National Education Association (NEA). He thinks the NEA is focusing too much on political issues instead of education. The NEA is a big group that represents teachers and school workers. But Cassidy believes it's acting more l

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Lawmakers Propose Changes to Crypto Rules

January 25, 2026

In Washington, a group of Democratic senators have put forward new ideas to change how crypto markets are run. They want to make sure that government officials don't make money from the crypto world while they're in office. This is part of a bigger plan to make the rules for digital money clearer an

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Trump's Impact on Global Politics: A Year in Review

January 25, 2026

Let's dive into the political chaos that has unfolded over the past year. The world has seen some major shifts, with Canada's Mark Carney stepping up to address the growing tensions caused by the U. S. under Trump's leadership. Carney's speech was a wake-up call, highlighting how great powers like

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Crypto Rules Hit a Snag: What's Next?

January 23, 2026

The U. S. Senate's plan to create clear rules for cryptocurrency has hit a bump in the road. The delay is not just about timing but also about disagreements and shifting priorities. The Senate Banking Committee has put the brakes on its big crypto bill. This bill was supposed to be a major step in