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Young Voices Missing in the Fight for Democracy

December 1, 2025

The current political climate in America is tense, with many worried about the direction the country is heading. Despite this, the streets aren't filled with the usual sea of young protesters. Instead, it's mostly older generations holding signs and voicing their discontent. This is a big shift from

politics

Presidential Powers: A Legal Look

November 30, 2025

The recent debate about presidential authority has sparked some interesting discussions. Some people think President Trump overstepped his bounds when he ordered military action against Venezuelan drug boats. But is that really the case? Let's start with the basics. The Supreme Court has ruled that

health

Breaking Barriers: Women in Heart Surgery Share Their Stories

November 29, 2025

In the world of heart and lung surgery, women are a rare sight. Only a small group of them make up less than 10% of surgeons in this field. But a gathering called Women in Thoracic Surgery is changing that. It's a place where these women can share their experiences and support each other. At one of

religion

Three Nuns Stand Their Ground in Alpine Convent

November 28, 2025

In a small town near Salzburg, three elderly nuns are making headlines. Sisters Bernadette, Regina, and Rita, all in their 80s, have been living in their old convent since September. They left a care home where they were placed last December. Church leaders are not happy about this. They want the nu

entertainment

A Writer's Journey: Exploring Crime, Consequences, and the Power of Stories

November 28, 2025

A writer with a knack for crafting tales about flawed individuals has just released a new book. This time, the story unfolds in a struggling Oregon coastal town, far from the usual desert settings. The plot revolves around a group of small-time criminals, including a disgraced lawyer, his brilliant

politics

When Politics and Military Clash: A Senator's Stand

November 26, 2025

Senator Mark Kelly, a former Navy pilot, recently found himself in a heated debate with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Kelly didn't hold back, calling Hegseth "totally unqualified" and suggesting he's just trying to please the president. This all started when Kelly and other Democrats made a video

politics

Why Do Public Transit Agencies Need Lobbyists to Be Heard?

November 25, 2025

In a democracy, citizens elect representatives to make decisions. But over time, lobbyists have stepped in to push for specific causes. Some of these causes are important, like medical research or environmental protection. Others are more about business interests, like mining or pharmaceuticals. Lo

politics

The Unseen Battle for Fair Elections

November 23, 2025

In the world of American politics, a silent battle is being waged. One side is using every trick in the book to gain an unfair advantage. This isn't about playing fair; it's about changing the rules to benefit one team over the other. Imagine a game where one team keeps changing the rules to make i

health

A Rare Case: Washington's First Human H5N5 Avian Flu Death

November 22, 2025

In a rare and unfortunate event, a person in Washington state has passed away after contracting the H5N5 strain of avian influenza. This is believed to be the first confirmed human case of this particular virus. The individual, who lived in Grays Harbor County, was an older adult with pre-existing h

celebrities

Braden Thornberry: A Golfer's Big Win and Bigger Love Story

November 17, 2025

Braden Thornberry had a fantastic finish to his 2024 season. He won the Korn Ferry Tour Championship and secured a spot on the PGA Tour for 2025. But his biggest achievement wasn't on the golf course. He got married to Grace McClanahan, his longtime partner, just before his rookie season. The weddi