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May 8, 2025

BBC

How Will Pakistan Respond?

India's recent air strikes on militant targets deep inside Pakistan mark a significant escalation in tensions, raising fears of retaliation and broader conflict, amid calls for diplomatic intervention.
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The Wall Street Journal

Shop Students in Demand

High school students are increasingly drawn to skilled trades like carpentry and plumbing due to rising college costs and job security, prompting schools to revive vocational programs to meet demand and fill the skills gap.
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Sky News

Trade Deal With UK Imminent

The UK has agreed to ease restrictions on US food and agriculture imports in exchange for reduced American tariffs on British car exports, as part of a new UK-US trade deal expected to be announced today.
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Fox Business

Fed Leaves Rates Unchanged

The Federal Reserve announced it will keep interest rates steady amid heightened economic uncertainty, signaling ongoing vigilance over inflation and employment, as the U.S. economy remains in a solid position.
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AP News

Fetterman Outburst Sparks Concern

Sen. John Fetterman's recent meeting with a teachers union in Pennsylvania raised concerns about his mental health, as former staff and advisers question his recovery from depression and its impact on his political role.
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USA Today

Michelle Opens up About Therapy

Michelle Obama, alongside her brother Craig Robinson, discusses her journey into therapy post-White House, highlighting therapy's role as life coaching and the importance of sharing challenges for personal growth.
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Military.com

Another One Bites the Dust

An F/A-18F Super Hornet fell off the USS Harry S. Truman during a landing mishap, amid ongoing mechanical issues, Houthi attacks, and a series of unusual incidents plaguing the carrier.
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New York Magazine

Everyone Is Cheating Through College

Chungin “Roy” Lee and other students are using AI to cheat on assignments, igniting debate about the future of education and the integrity of academic achievements in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
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NY1

Cuomo To Run as Independent

Andrew Cuomo announced he will run for New York City mayor as an independent on the newly formed Fight and Deliver Party line, even while continuing his campaign for the Democratic nomination.
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The New York Times

MAGA Beauty Is Built To Go Viral

Rep. Nancy Mace's viral confrontation in a beauty store highlights the rising trend of aggressive public personas among Republican women, showcasing a blend of hyperfeminine style and blunt rhetoric in the Trump era.
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Philadelphia Magazine

Temple Student vs. Dave Portnoy

Temple student Mohammad Adnan Khan deepens the antisemitism scandal involving Dave Portnoy by appearing on the controversial Stew Peters Show, underscoring the complex issues of media influence and public perception.
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NBC News

“Six Pack of White Women”

Attorney Mark Geragos was reprimanded by a federal judge for calling the prosecutors in Sean "Diddy" Combs’ trial “a six-pack of white women” on his podcast, raising concerns about fairness and potential jury bias.
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ABC News

Mangione's Fund Hits $1M Mark

Luigi Mangione's online defense fund has surpassed $1 million as he prepares for a state court hearing on June 26, following charges related to the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
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Al Jazeera

Blockade Accelerates Starvation

Israeli airstrikes on May 7, 2025, in Gaza, resulted in 61 deaths, intensifying the humanitarian crisis exacerbated by an ongoing blockade causing food shortages and starvation among Palestinians.
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The Hill

GOP Worries Green Could Lose GA

Republican senators are concerned that Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's potential Senate run in Georgia could jeopardize their chances against Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff, due to her controversial statements and polarizing reputation.
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Mediaite

Speculation on Trump’s Big Announcement

President Donald Trump's hint of an 'earth-shattering' announcement has social media abuzz, with speculation ranging from Middle East diplomacy to more outlandish theories, reflecting the global intrigue surrounding his presidency.
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Commercial Appeal

Cops Not Guilty in Memphis

Memphis Mayor Paul Young and Police Chief C.J. Davis call for healing after the not guilty verdict in the Tyre Nichols case, pledging to improve police-community trust and address national concerns about policing.
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The Telegraph

Anyone Seen Melania?

Melania Trump has reportedly spent less than two weeks at the White House since Donald Trump's inauguration, sparking discussions on her low-profile role as first lady amid her frequent stays in New York and Florida.
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