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A Great Lakes oil pipeline faces 3 controversies with no speedy resolutions
A Great Lakes oil pipeline faces 3 controversies with no speedy resolutions The Great Lakes oil pipeline, Line 5, faces three controversies with no speedy resolutions, including concerns over its safety, environmental impact, and Indigenous rights. The pipeline, operated by Enbridge, carries petroleum products from western Canada to refineries in eastern Canada and traverses the […]
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A Bari Weiss-led CBS News would likely look different, but how the public feels about it might not change
A Bari Weiss-led CBS News would likely look different, but how the public feels about it might not change Bari Weiss, editor-in-chief of The Free Press, is reportedly being considered for the top job at CBS News, but it’s unclear whether her appointment would change how the public feels about the network. The public’s perception […]
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Yes, this is who we are: America’s 250-year history of political violence
Yes, this is who we are: America’s 250-year history of political violence America’s history of political violence is not an anomaly, but a recurring pattern that reflects the country’s founding principles and has been sustained by this form of violence throughout its history. The use of punishment by tar and feathering, dueling, and other forms […]
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Why journalists are reluctant to call Trump an authoritarian – and why that matters for democracy
Why journalists are reluctant to call Trump an authoritarian – and why that matters for democracy Many journalists have been reluctant to call Donald Trump an authoritarian due to concerns about labeling him as such, despite his actions exhibiting key indicators of authoritarian behavior. Trump’s actions, including deploying National Guard troops to cities run by […]
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Who was Charlie Kirk? The activist who turned campus politics into national influence
Who was Charlie Kirk? The activist who turned campus politics into national influence Charlie Kirk was a prominent conservative activist, author, and media personality who rose to prominence at 18 by founding Turning Point USA, a conservative youth movement. Kirk’s organization, Turning Point USA, grew into a national force, claiming chapters at over 1,000 campuses, […]
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Trump’s radical argument that he alone can interpret vague laws fails its first court test in dismissal of Fed governor
Trump’s radical argument that he alone can interpret vague laws fails its first court test in dismissal of Fed governor President Donald Trump has fired Federal Reserve Board member Lisa Cook, sparking a legal battle over his authority to interpret vague laws and challenging long-standing beliefs about presidential power. The case raises fundamental questions about […]
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Social scientists have long found women tend to be more religious than men – but Gen Z may show a shift
Social scientists have long found women tend to be more religious than men – but Gen Z may show a shift Contrary to long-held assumptions, survey data suggests that Generation Z may be showing a shift away from women being more religious than men, with Gen Z women having a slightly lower rate of religiosity […]
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Poland responds to Russian drones incursion by invoking Article 4 of the NATO treaty − what happens next?
Poland responds to Russian drones incursion by invoking Article 4 of the NATO treaty − what happens next? Poland has invoked Article 4 of the NATO treaty in response to Russian drones entering its airspace, sparking fears of an expanding Russia-Ukraine war. Article 4 allows any NATO member that feels threatened to request a consultation […]
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Israel’s attack in Doha underscores a stark reality for Gulf states looking for stability and growth: They remain hostage to events
Israel’s attack in Doha underscores a stark reality for Gulf states looking for stability and growth: They remain hostage to events Gulf states like Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE are facing challenges to their stability and growth due to events beyond their control, including Israel’s attack on Doha. The Gulf states have invested heavily […]
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Israeli strike in Doha crosses a new line from which relations with Gulf may not recover
Israeli strike in Doha crosses a new line from which relations with Gulf may not recover The Israeli airstrike on Doha on September 9, 2025, represents a major escalation in the region and may irreparably damage Israel’s relations with Gulf Arab states. The strike, which killed six people but failed to kill any senior Hamas […]
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