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Trump's Peace Push Hits a Roadblock

August 25, 2025

Donald Trump started the week with high hopes for peace between Russia and Ukraine. He thought he had made progress in getting the two countries to talk directly. But by Friday, it was clear that things weren't going as planned. Russia's top diplomat said that Russian President Vladimir Putin would

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A Glimmer of Hope in Russia-US Relations: What's Next?

August 25, 2025

Russia's leader, Vladimir Putin, recently shared some positive thoughts about the future of his country's relationship with the United States. He mentioned that there's now a "light at the end of the tunnel" in their diplomatic ties. This comes after a recent meeting between Putin and U. S. Presiden

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Putin and Zelensky Meeting: What's the Hold-Up?

August 25, 2025

So, there's been some talk about a big meeting between the leaders of Russia and Ukraine. But guess what? It's not happening anytime soon. The Russian foreign minister, Sergey Lavrov, just said that there's no plan for a Putin-Zelensky meet-up. He even went on TV and said they need to figure out wha

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Is More Police the Answer to Crime?

August 24, 2025

Crime is a big issue in many cities, and Washington, D. C. is no exception. The city has seen some improvements, but it still has a long way to go. One of the main problems is that the police force is understaffed. With only 3, 200 officers on the job instead of the 4, 000 needed, it's no surprise t

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Gianno Caldwell: A New Voice for Illinois Senate in 2026?

August 24, 2025

Gianno Caldwell, a well-known advocate for public safety, is thinking about running for the Illinois Senate seat in 2026. This comes at a time when many people are talking about the rise in crime in big cities across the country. Caldwell, who has worked in different levels of government, believes t

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Diplomatic Moves and Deadlines: What's Happening with Trump, Ukraine, and Russia?

August 24, 2025

In the world of international politics, things are moving fast, but not much is changing. US President Donald Trump has been busy with meetings and letters, but the situation with Russia and Ukraine is still tense. Let's break it down. Trump sent a letter to Ukraine, showing support as they celebra

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King County's Plan to Fight Retail Crime

August 24, 2025

King County is looking at ways to tackle retail crime. Councilmember Claudia Balducci wants to use new sales tax money for this. She suggests hiring more detectives and a prosecutor to focus on shoplifting. This is because big stores like Kroger are closing some locations due to safety issues. The

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France and Italy in Diplomatic Tussle Over Ukraine Support

August 23, 2025

In a recent diplomatic spat, France called in Italy's ambassador to address some harsh words thrown by Italian Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini. Salvini, known for his strong opinions, had some choice words for French President Emmanuel Macron, especially about his stance on Ukraine. Salvini, sp

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Urban Crime: A Challenge for Leaders

August 23, 2025

Cities are buzzing with life, but they also have a dark side. Crime is a big problem that keeps people up at night. Washington, D. C. , is just one of many cities trying to figure out how to handle it. It's not an easy task, and it's not going to be solved overnight. Some leaders have tried to make

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Dressing for Diplomacy: How Clothes Shape International Meetings

August 23, 2025

In the world of politics, what you wear can speak volumes. This was clear during the recent meeting between President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Zelenskyy's choice of attire has evolved since his last visit to the White House. Last time, he opted for a casual black Henley shi