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Healthcare in the Balance: What's Next for American Insurance?

December 13, 2025

The U. S. House Republicans have rolled out a healthcare plan that skips over a big issue: the end of Obamacare subsidies. These subsidies, which have been helping millions of Americans afford health insurance during the pandemic, are set to expire at the end of December. Without an extension, premi

religion

The Virgin of Guadalupe: A Symbol of Faith and Unity in Mexico

December 13, 2025

In Mexico, the Virgin of Guadalupe is more than just a religious figure; she is a powerful symbol of national identity. With over 130 million people in the country, the majority of whom are Catholic, the Virgin's influence extends far beyond religious beliefs. She represents a blend of Mexico's pre-

sports

Mo Salah's Liverpool Dilemma: A Star's Struggle and a Club's Crossroads

December 13, 2025

Mo Salah, Liverpool's beloved forward, has found himself in a tough spot. After being left out of the starting lineup for three games in a row, he spoke his mind publicly. He felt the club had let him down and that his relationship with the new manager, Arne Slot, was strained. This sparked a big de

politics

Justice Wins: A Salvadoran Man's Fight for Fairness

December 12, 2025

A Salvadoran man, Kilmar Abrego Garcia, was recently freed from immigration detention after a federal judge ruled that the government did not have a lawful order for his removal. This decision came after Garcia was deported to El Salvador in March due to what Immigration and Customs Enforcement call

politics

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

politics

Republicans Clash Over Health Care Subsidies

December 12, 2025

House Speaker Mike Johnson is preparing to unveil a health care package next week, but not everyone in his party is on board. A group of Republicans, mostly from swing districts, are pushing for a vote on extending the Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies before they expire at the end of the month. T

environment

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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Military Chief Challenges Trump's Enemy Within Talk

December 12, 2025

In a Senate hearing, General Gregory Guillot, the top commander of US Northern Command, dismissed President Trump's claims about an "enemy within. " Guillot stated he had no evidence to support Trump's assertions, which were used to justify sending National Guard troops to cities like Los Angeles an

politics

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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A Photojournalist's Fight: Faith, Freedom, and Fear

December 12, 2025

In a detention center in Georgia, a man named Ya'akub Vijandre is grappling with a harsh reality. He's been locked up since October, all because of some posts he made on social media. The government says these posts are linked to terrorism, but Vijandre and his lawyers argue that he's being targeted