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Washington's Crime Wave: A Look Back at Biden's 1992 Senate Speech

August 16, 2025

Back in 1992, Joe Biden, then a senator, had some strong words about crime in Washington, D. C. He was not alone in his concerns. Many people felt the same way. Biden spoke on the Senate floor about the dangers of driving in D. C. at night. He shared personal stories, like how he avoided stopping at

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Political Showdown: Trump and Schumer Clash Over Nominations

August 4, 2025

In a heated exchange, former President Donald Trump accused Senate Democrats of being "CRAZED LUNATICS" for their approach to his executive nominations. This outburst came in a late-night post on Truth Social, where Trump claimed that Democrats, led by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, were deli

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North Carolina Senate Race: New Players, Old Connections

July 24, 2025

Michael Whatley, currently leading the Republican National Committee, is set to jump into the North Carolina Senate race. This move comes after a chat with former President Donald Trump, who gave him the thumbs up. Whatley's decision follows Senator Thom Tillis' surprise exit from the re-election ra

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Shining a Light on Halogenated Silanes: How Atoms Change Glow

July 18, 2025

Luminescence, or the ability to glow, isn't just for fireflies and light bulbs. It's also happening in some special chemicals called halogenated silanes. Scientists took a close look at five of these chemicals: HT, CT, IT, CS, and FS. They wanted to see how different halogens (like chlorine and iodi

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Public Broadcasting at Risk: What's Next for PBS and NPR?

July 16, 2025

Public broadcasting in the U. S. is facing a serious threat. The Senate is considering a move to take back nearly $1. 1 billion that was already set aside for public media. This includes PBS and NPR, which have relied on federal funding for decades. The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) is

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Senate Republicans Trim Trump's Spending Cuts to Secure Votes

July 16, 2025

Senate Republicans are tweaking a $9. 4 billion spending cut proposal from President Donald Trump. They aim to pass it by Friday. One big change? They're keeping $400 million for PEPFAR, a program fighting HIV/AIDS abroad. This move is to win over enough votes. The program has saved many lives, so c

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How Lung Cancer Spreads to the Brain and a Potential Treatment

July 7, 2025

Lung cancer is more likely to spread to the brain than breast cancer or melanoma. This is a big problem because the blood-brain barrier makes it hard for treatments to reach the brain. Researchers wanted to find out which cancer spreads to the brain the most and if a natural compound could stop it. ...

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North Carolina Senate Race Gets a Shake-Up

July 5, 2025

Senator Thom Tillis' decision not to run again has changed the game in North Carolina's Senate race. This move has big effects on who might win control of the Senate in the next elections. Democrats need to win four more seats to take charge, and North Carolina is a key place for them to start. In

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How Thune is Steering the Senate Through Stormy Waters

July 3, 2025

Senate Majority Leader John Thune is taking a different approach to his role. He's focusing on teamwork and listening to others. This is a shift from the previous leader's style. Thune's method is being tested with a big tax bill. It's a mix of old and new ideas. The bill passed, but it wasn't easy.

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Senator Tillis Steps Down: A Shake-Up in Republican Ranks

July 1, 2025

Mitch McConnell, the former Senate Majority Leader, expressed concern over the unexpected retirement of Senator Thom Tillis from North Carolina. McConnell described Tillis' departure as a significant blow to the Republican Party, highlighting his effectiveness and collegiality during their time serv