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Will Biden's Legacy Hurt Harris' Chance at the White House?

October 16, 2024

President Joe Biden's unpopularity is a big deal. His policies, like the border situation and the economy, haven't been well-received. Even though he's not on the ballot, his shadow looms large. His vice president, Kamala Harris, is trying to win the election, but Biden's low approval rating is maki

politics

Lufthansa's Big Fine: A Lesson in Fair Treatment

October 16, 2024

In a surprising turn of events, the United States has hit German airline Lufthansa with a $4 million fine. The reason? Lufthansa didn't treat a group of Orthodox Jewish passengers fairly. This group was traveling from New York to Budapest, with a stop in Frankfurt. They were headed to an annual memo

crime

Family of Menendez Brothers Hopes for New Sentence

October 16, 2024

The Menendez family is planning a rally outside the Los Angeles courthouse this Wednesday. They want the district attorney to consider resentencing Erik and Lyle Menendez. The brothers were found guilty of killing their parents almost 30 years ago. Their extended family, including nieces, nephews,

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UN Peacekeepers Stick to Their Posts in Lebanon Despite Israeli Pressure

October 15, 2024

The United Nations has decided to keep its peacekeepers in Southern Lebanon, even though they've been under fire. Israel’s Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, wants them to move, but the UN won't budge. The UNIFIL peacekeeping force will stay put, with support from the UN Security Council and the co

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Ex-Sheriff Jamey Noel's 15-Year Sentence: A Lesson in Abuse of Power

October 15, 2024

Jamey Noel, the former sheriff of Clark County, Indiana, received a 15-year prison sentence on Monday. The sentence was handed down by Special Judge Larry Medlock after Noel accepted a plea agreement in Clark County Circuit Court. Noel had served as sheriff from 2015 to 2022 and was also the former

science

Sniffing Speed: How Fast Can We Smell?

October 14, 2024

You might think you need time to sniff and figure out what's in the air, but think again! A recent study found that our noses are quicker than we imagine. In just a tiny fraction of a second, about 60 milliseconds, we can tell the difference between different smells. That's faster than you can blink

crime

The Longest Prison Sentences for Crypto Criminals: A Surge in Convictions

October 14, 2024

Over the past five years, convictions related to crypto crimes have skyrocketed by a shocking 267%. This is according to the Social Capital Markets, a global initiative aiming for a fair and sustainable economy. The most common offenses include money laundering, fraud, and drug trafficking. In the U

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Why Republicans Might Take the Senate After November

October 14, 2024

The United States Senate is currently led by Democrats, who hold a slim 51 to 49 seat advantage over Republicans. Come November, the tables might turn. Republicans need to defend 11 seats, while Democrats must protect 23. This setup gives Republicans a real chance to snatch the majority. Let's zoom

business

A Young CEO's Dream: Dolls with Curls and Coils

October 14, 2024

When Zoe Oli was just 6 years old, she noticed something different about her hair compared to her classmates. Most of her peers had straight hair, while Zoe had curls and coils. She didn't see many other Black girls at her school, and her peers' questions and comments made her feel uncomfortable. Zo

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Senate Races Heat Up: Republicans Eye Gains with Election Near

October 14, 2024

With just a few weeks until the big election day, the fight for key Senate seats is intense. Republicans are hoping to flip the upper chamber and need to win some tight races to do so. Currently, Democrats have a small edge with 48 seats and three independents who side with them. There are 49 Republ