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The Indoor Inauguration: When Cold Weather Called the Shots

January 19, 2025

Imagine this: it's 1985, and the second inauguration of Ronald Reagan is about to happen. But instead of the usual outdoor ceremony, everything is moved indoors. Why? Because the weather forecast was incredibly cold! This decision wasn't made lightly. The White House press secretary, Larry Speakes,

politics

Joe Biden's Bittersweet Farewell After a Half-Century in Politics

January 18, 2025

President Joe Biden is set to leave office with a mix of pride and regret. After almost 50 years in Washington, he believes he could have done more and accomplished even greater things. But now, the man who once dreamed of vanquishing Donald Trump forever finds that his legacy is overshadowed by Tru

politics

President Biden on ERA: A Step Forward, but What's Next?

January 18, 2025

On Friday, President Biden made a significant announcement regarding the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA). He stated that he believes the ERA has achieved ratification and is now a part of the Constitution. This amendment, often referred to as the 28th Amendment, ensures equal rights and legal protectio

crime

Meeting at the White House: A Mom's Story of Loss and Hope

January 18, 2025

In the quiet town of Plainfield, Illinois, a terrible event unfolded on October 14, 2023. Wadee Alfayoumi, a young boy, lost his life in a stabbing attack that his family believes was motivated by hate against their Palestinian heritage. His mother, Hanan Shaheen, was also injured in the tragic inci

science

Discovering Ocean Bacteria's Secret Weapon for Recycling Old Batteries

January 18, 2025

Have you ever wondered how we can recycle old batteries in an eco-friendly way? Scientists have found an interesting solution using ocean bacteria called Pseudomonas sp. These tiny creatures produce special molecules called siderophores, which can help extract precious elements from spent Nickel-Met

environment

How Well Do Yellow River Basin Residents See Nature's Benefits?

January 17, 2025

Imagine you're living along the Yellow River in China. How much do you think the river and its surroundings help your daily life? This study explored how well the river basin's ecosystem services match what locals think. Ecosystem services, or ESs, are the goodies nature provides, like clean water,

health

Discovering Value: Voices of People with Intellectual Disabilities in Flemish Care

January 17, 2025

Imagine you're in a Flemish residential care facility. Ten people with intellectual disabilities were asked about the most important things in their lives and what they thought about managing their own support. They used photos to tell their stories. Their photos and conversations told us something

politics

Trump Picks Hollywood Stars as Industry Boosters

January 17, 2025

President-elect Donald Trump chose actors Sylvester Stallone, Mel Gibson, and Jon Voight as his "Special Ambassadors to Hollywood. " His aim? To help the movie business bounce back after COVID and strike issues. The trio, who publicly praise Trump, will serve as his "eyes and ears" in the entertainm

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Joe Biden's Term: A Tale of Democratic Elites and Lost Democracy

January 17, 2025

Joe Biden's presidency has been anything but typical. It's been more like a gap between two eras, with no clear leader in charge. The famous sign on Harry Truman's desk said, "The buck stops here. " But where did the responsibility end with Joe Biden? Voters didn't ask for a president who wasn't up

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Biden's Final Act: A Divided Nation and Partisan Woes

January 17, 2025

As Joe Biden’s time in the Oval Office comes to an end, there's a mix of emotions and tensions. He pledged to unite the country and strengthen his party, but instead, Americans feel divided, and his party is bruised. Many Democrats blame him for not stepping down earlier, which might have allowed an