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Super Bowl Bets Surge to $1. 7 Billion, Sparking Debate

February 8, 2026

The biggest day of football is also the hottest day for legal betting, with experts saying this year’s Super Bowl will bring in more than $1. 7 billion from wagers across the country. This huge flow of money has put lawmakers on alert about how fast the sports‑betting industry is expanding and what

politics

Gabbard Responds to Allegations About a Whistleblower File

February 8, 2026

A former intelligence director, Tulsi Gabbard, said she did not block Congress from seeing a whistleblower complaint. She claimed that once she learned the filing needed security instructions, she acted right away. The complaint was filed in May with an inspector general. It accused the top spy off

politics

Coalition Rejoins After Clash Over Hate‑Speech Bill

February 8, 2026

The two major conservative parties in Australia have re‑established their alliance after a brief break caused by disagreement over new anti‑hate legislation. The split began when the National Party walked away from its partnership with the Liberal Party, following the latter’s support for the govern

politics

Alaska Faces a Tough Choice Over Trump’s Greenland Plan

February 7, 2026

The idea that President Trump might use the military to take over Greenland is not just a headline; it would be a serious act of war against Denmark, a NATO partner, and the people who live there. In the United States, only Congress has the authority to declare war under Article I, Section 8 of the

finance

A Senator's Call for Action: Questioning Tax Credit Deals

January 29, 2026

A prominent senator is raising eyebrows and asking tough questions. Ron Wyden, a key figure in the Senate, is not happy. He wants the SEC to take a closer look at a company called White River Energy Corp. Why? Because there are serious doubts about the tax credits they're selling. The issue is simp

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Powell's Parting Wisdom: A Fight for Fed's Future

January 29, 2026

Jerome Powell, the head of the Federal Reserve, recently shared some advice for his successor. He didn't mention politics directly, but his words hinted at the struggles he's faced. Powell has been in charge for nine years, and he's made it clear that he believes the Fed should stay independent from

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Senate Republicans Face Tough Choices to Avoid Government Shutdown

January 29, 2026

The Senate is set to vote on six funding bills that could prevent a partial government shutdown. These bills cover essential agencies like the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Treasury, and Defense. However, a recent incident where a U. S. citizen was killed by federal immigration agents has c

politics

The Big Price Tag of Using National Guard for Domestic Issues

January 29, 2026

The National Guard's role in domestic affairs has become a hot topic. Recent data shows that keeping troops in cities like Washington D. C. , Memphis, and New Orleans could cost a lot. The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) estimates that these deployments could cost around $93 million every month. T

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Celebs Stand Against ICE After Deadly Shootings

January 29, 2026

In recent weeks, a wave of celebrities have taken to social media to criticize Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) following the fatal shootings of two Minnesota residents. Alex Pretti, a U. S. citizen and intensive care nurse, was shot and killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis. This incident

politics

Wind and Solar Energy: The Political Tug-of-War

January 29, 2026

In the world of politics, things are never straightforward. Take the recent debate on speeding up permits for energy projects. Democrats in the Senate have a condition: they won't support this unless the Trump administration stops putting roadblocks on wind and solar energy developments. You see, P