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Remembering Ella and Mukhammad: A Community in Mourning

December 16, 2025

The Brown University community is still reeling from a tragic shooting that took place over the weekend. Two students, Ella Cook and Mukhammad Aziz Umurzokov, lost their lives, while nine others were injured. The campus is now a mix of grief and determination, with memorials growing and investigatio

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New Orleans Faces Immigration Enforcement Tensions

December 5, 2025

In a quiet neighborhood in Kenner, just outside New Orleans, a tense standoff unfolded. Two workers, perched on a rooftop, found themselves cornered by U. S. Border Patrol agents. The scene was tense, with neighbors and activists watching in disbelief as the agents moved in. This was the beginning o

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Sabrina Carpenter's Music Misused by White House

December 2, 2025

Sabrina Carpenter, a popular singer, recently expressed her anger on social media. She was upset because the White House used her song "Juno" in a video about ICE deportations. She called the video "evil and disgusting" and asked the White House not to use her music for such purposes. The video was

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Famous Parents and Their Kids: A Look at Broken Bonds

November 30, 2025

Celebrity families are not immune to problems. In fact, some of the most famous parents have strained relationships with their children. These issues often stem from political differences, past traumas, or personal conflicts. Let's take a closer look at some of these complicated family dynamics. Jo

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Women in Power: The Slow but Steady Rise of Female Governors

November 20, 2025

In recent elections, two more women have joined the ranks of U. S. governors. By January, 14 states will have female leaders at the helm. But is this progress or just a drop in the bucket? The journey of women in politics has been long and bumpy. In 1974, Ella Grasso made history as the first woman

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A Texas Woman Faces Prison for Threats Against Judge

November 13, 2025

A woman from Texas has been given a 27-month prison sentence for leaving a threatening voicemail. The call was directed at a federal judge who handled a case involving former President Donald Trump. The judge, Tanya Chutkan, was overseeing a case that was later dismissed. The woman, Abigail Jo Shry,

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Democrats Bounce Back: A Year of Wins and What's Next

November 8, 2025

A year after a crushing defeat, Democrats are making a comeback. They're winning big in key states, showing they're not the same old party. But can they keep this momentum going? It's been a tough year for Democrats. After losing big in 2024, they've been trying to figure out what went wrong. But l

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A Big Win for a Brave Teacher

November 7, 2025

A teacher in Virginia got a huge win recently. A jury gave her $10 million after she was shot by a 6-year-old student. The student brought a gun to class. The teacher, Abigail Zwerner, said she thought she was dying when it happened. The jury believed the school's assistant principal, Ebony Parker,

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Democrats Score Big Wins, But Challenges Ahead

November 7, 2025

The Democratic Party had a rare moment to celebrate after a successful week in key elections. They won big in New Jersey, Virginia, and New York City, while also securing a favorable ballot measure in California. These victories have put Republicans, including President Donald Trump, on notice. In

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GOP Faces Tough Lessons from New Jersey's Governor Race

November 6, 2025

The recent governor elections in New Jersey and Virginia sent a clear message to the Republican Party. While Virginia's outcome was expected, with Democrat Abigail Spanberger winning by a large margin, New Jersey's results were a surprise. Republican candidate Jack Ciattarelli, who had shown strong