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Dave Chappelle is testing the right with jokes about Charlie Kirk

Dave Chappelle’s jokes about Charlie Kirk’s murder have ignited a new culture-war firestorm, drawing conservative backlash, renewed debate over comedy and free speech, and fresh scrutiny of how America responds to political satire.

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Supreme Court allows Trump to continue border wall construction in Big Bend region of Texas

The Supreme Court has cleared the way for Trump’s border wall construction through Texas’ Big Bend region, allowing work to proceed while a legal battle continues over environmental protections, historic sites and Native American artifacts.

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Michael Sanft, lawyer for man convicted of Tupac Shakur’s murder, dies at 55

The high-profile Tupac Shakur murder trial has lost a key figure: Defense attorney Michael Sanft, who fiercely represented Duane “Keffe D” Davis, has died at 55 as questions remain about his cause of death.

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Centrist Democrats warn party leaders not to ‘go too far’ after midterm wins

Democrats may have scored a historic House victory, but a brewing battle between moderates and progressives over affordability, health care, immigration and impeachment could threaten their majority before 2028!

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How this key lesson can protect your 401(k) savings from deep AI stock losses

Is your retirement money too dependent on AI? A $2.5 trillion Nasdaq wipeout is sounding the alarm for investors to rethink their portfolios and protect their financial future!

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John Roberts sets the stage for publicly funded religious schools to reject children of same-sex couples

A Supreme Court case over Colorado preschool funding could reshape the boundary between religious freedom and LGBTQ+ nondiscrimination protections—and further redefine the separation of church and state.

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Iran’s hardliners see a weakened Trump – and want more to end the war

Trump's midterm losses may have shifted the balance in the Iran war—but Tehran's hardliners are demanding more than a peace deal, raising the stakes for U.S. diplomacy and Middle East stability!

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Diversity Drove Results Across Harris, Fort Bend and Brazoria Counties: A Historic Election Redefines Texas Political Power

Texas voters delivered a historic political shake-up, elevating African American and Latino leadership, breaking representation barriers, and reshaping the future of Greater Houston politics!

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Diabetes Affects the Whole Family: Small Steps Can Protect Your Health for a Lifetime

Legacy Community Health marks National Diabetes Month with practical prevention tips, pediatric awareness, nutrition guidance, and healthier holiday habits.

Houston families can keep their favorite holiday traditions while embracing healthier habits! Legacy Community Health shares practical ways to prevent diabetes and protect family wellness across generations.

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The Power of His Own Lens: From Houston Hip-Hop To The Director’s Chair With Hype South

From Houston Hip-Hop to the Director’s Chair, One Filmmaker Is Creating His Own Lane, Redefining Ownership, and Telling Stories That Hit Close to Home. Interview with Hype South.

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Honoring Those Who Lead, Serve & Inspire: LECBU Celebrates a Legacy of Excellence in Detroit, Michigan

Leaders Esteem Christian Bible University celebrates a distinguished gathering of visionaries, community leaders, and changemakers whose accomplishments reflect the true meaning of excellence, service, and purpose. From its 2026 graduation celebration to the upcoming Spring 2027 ceremony, LECBU continues to honor those whose leadership inspires others and whose legacies make a lasting impact.

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Gas is about to drop below $4 for the first time since July

Gas prices are finally approaching the $4 mark again, offering drivers some relief after months of high costs—but experts warn that refinery damage, rising fuel demand and maintenance shutdowns could send prices climbing back above $4 in 2027.

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A record number of women will serve in the next Congress

Women are making history in the 2026 midterms, with a record 159 set to serve in Congress and 17 women expected to become governors—but the growing representation still falls short of gender parity, highlighting both progress and the challenges ahead.

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US and Iran are quietly negotiating as Middle East remains on edge. Here’s what to know

Trump signals a possible path away from another major war with Iran as midterm losses reshape the political landscape—but disagreements over nuclear weapons, oil sanctions and control of the Strait of Hormuz could still derail a deal and reignite the conflict.

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Trump’s regrets on immigration enforcement, and other takeaways from his ‘60 Minutes’ interview

Trump breaks his silence on the GOP’s midterm losses, admits his immigration crackdown may have gone too far, refuses to rule out withholding a 2028 endorsement and faces fresh questions about his family’s business interests.

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Joe Biden says cancer will limit him from promoting his upcoming memoir

Former President Joe Biden says his battle with prostate cancer will limit his upcoming memoir appearances, but he hopes his new book, Promise Me, America, will speak for itself as he reflects on his presidency, Trump and the future of American democracy.

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Trump says renewed attacks on Iran ‘highly unlikely’ if talks show progress

Trump says a renewed U.S. war with Iran is “highly unlikely” if negotiations advance—but with three aircraft carriers deployed, military targets identified and tensions over the Strait of Hormuz unresolved, the threat of another devastating strike remains.

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Despite warnings from Trump admin, after the ‘Blue Wave’ many migrants bound for the US are hopeful

A Democratic midterm victory is fueling new hope among Central American migrant caravans heading toward the U.S. border—but despite expectations of friendlier immigration policies, the journey remains dangerous, and U.S. immigration laws have not changed.

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US offers millions for information on Iran’s nuclear program despite Trump’s claims of obliteration

The U.S. is offering up to $20 million for information on Iran’s nuclear program even as President Trump claims American strikes have destroyed Tehran’s nuclear capabilities—raising fresh questions about what remains and what comes next in the escalating conflict.

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60 years of denial about Israel’s nuclear weapons program confronts a new reality

Israel's decades-long nuclear secret is facing renewed scrutiny as U.S. lawmakers question Washington's policy of silence, raising critical concerns about nuclear transparency, Iran's ambitions, and the growing risk of a Middle East arms race.