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Why Is the U. S. Still in NATO?

December 12, 2025

Some people in the U. S. government think it's time for the country to leave NATO. They say the organization is old and no longer useful. Rep. Thomas Massie from Kentucky introduced a bill to do just that. He believes the U. S. should focus on its own defense instead of paying for other countries.

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A Former Police Chief's Downfall: The Corruption Case That Shook Summit

December 12, 2025

In a shocking turn of events, a former police chief from Summit, a suburb southwest of Chicago, has been found guilty of serious crimes. The trial, which lasted seven days, revealed a web of corruption that included bribery, conspiracy, and obstruction of justice. The verdict was delivered in a fede

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PDD: Facing Trouble on Multiple Fronts

December 12, 2025

PDD Holdings, the company behind Temu, is in hot water. Both China and the European Union are investigating them. In China, the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) is looking into claims of fake deliveries. This is serious because SAMR is a powerful regulator. They can dig deep into PD

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Portugal's Big Walkout: Workers vs. Government

December 12, 2025

Portugal saw a massive strike recently. It was the biggest in over a decade. Almost a million workers joined in. They were unhappy with the government's new work rules. The government wants to change the rules. They say it will help the economy grow. But workers think it takes away their rights. Th

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Indiana Senate: A Tense Day of Redistricting Debates

December 12, 2025

The Indiana Senate is in the midst of a heated debate over a redistricting bill. The atmosphere is tense, with senators and protesters alike expressing strong opinions. Sen. Chris Garten, a Republican from Charlestown, is a vocal supporter of President Donald Trump and believes the Senate should ba

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Hayward's Gas Line Mishap: A Close Call for Residents

December 12, 2025

In Hayward, a gas line rupture led to a significant explosion and fire. The incident happened in a mixed residential and commercial area near Highway 238. It started when a construction crew accidentally damaged the gas line around 7:35 a. m. on Thursday. The Alameda County Fire Department sent at

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Measles Makes a Comeback: Why South Carolina is Struggling

December 12, 2025

South Carolina is facing a tough situation with measles. Over 110 people have gotten sick, and more than 250 others are stuck in quarantine because they might have been exposed. This is part of a bigger problem happening across the country. The outbreak started in October and is mostly in Spartanbu

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Trump's Pardon for Tina Peters Sparks Legal Debate

December 12, 2025

Tina Peters, a former Colorado county clerk, is at the center of a legal storm. She was found guilty of state crimes and is currently serving a nine-year sentence. The charges include attempting to influence a public servant and conspiracy to commit criminal impersonation. Peters was convicted for a

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Eastern Congo's Escalating Conflict: A Humanitarian Crisis

December 12, 2025

Eastern Congo is in the midst of a serious crisis. Over 400 innocent people have lost their lives in recent clashes. The M23 group, backed by Rwanda, has intensified its attacks in South Kivu. This is happening despite a recent peace deal between Congo and Rwanda, which didn't include the M23 group.

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Aroostook's Early Snowfall: A Boost for Winter Economy

December 12, 2025

Aroostook County just got its earliest big snowfall in three years. It started late Wednesday afternoon and kept going into Thursday morning. Some places got more than 8 inches of snow. Snowstorms are usual in northern Maine, but big snowfall before December holidays has been rare lately. Some peop