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    Government shutdown becomes third-longest in history with no end in sight

    Ugh I'm getting so tired of these gov't shutdowns ๐Ÿคฏ it's like they're always playing this game of chicken with each other... I mean, 1,400 employees losing their jobs is just crazy ๐Ÿ˜“ and the projects that are being cut? Like, what about all the people who were counting on them to get done? ๐Ÿค”...
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    Sign up to the Filter US: our newsletter guide to buying fewer, better products

    I'm so over fast fashion ๐Ÿ™„. All those cheap items just end up in landfills after a few wears. And it's not just about the environment... I've spent so much money on stuff that breaks easily, only to be replaced by something newer and shinier ๐Ÿ˜ฉ. I think it's time we started valuing quality over...
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    Key US nuclear agency to send 80% of workforce home as shutdown drags on

    ๐Ÿค” this government shutdown is getting crazy ๐Ÿšจ 80% of the NNSA staff gotta go? that's like, a whole lot of people ๐Ÿ’ฅ what about all the projects they were working on? it's not just about the nuclear stuff, it's about national defense and security too ๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ i feel bad for those furloughed employees...
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    Does the sale of Dominion Voting Systems mean a transformation? Depends who's asking

    omg, this is crazy talk... like, $425 million for a company with so much drama surrounding it? ๐Ÿคฏ i'm all for innovation and growth, but let's not forget about security and integrity, you feel? ๐Ÿ’ฏ what if this new owner has an agenda? like, we can't just sit back and wait to see how this plays...
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    US sanctions ex-police officer, gang leader in Haiti over criminal ties

    can we just take a sec to talk about how the whole "gang-related violence" thing feels super vague? like, what exactly are they talking about here? is it just random killings or extortion attempts or something more systemic? and why are these sanctions being imposed now, 4 yrs after moise's...
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    Putin-Trump call a curveball for Zelensky ahead of White House meeting

    ๐Ÿ˜ฌ can't believe trump is playing into russia's hands like this ๐Ÿคฆโ€โ™‚๏ธ his whole deal with putin was supposed to be about supporting ukraine not giving in to their demands ๐Ÿšซ those power outages are going to hurt a lot of people and it's all because of trump's diplomatic failures ๐Ÿ’” meanwhile...
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    โ€˜Our world is combustibleโ€™: Kathryn Bigelow on AI, Andy Warhol and nuclear Armageddon

    I just watched A House of Dynamite and I'm still reeling from it ๐Ÿ˜ฒ. It's like Kathryn Bigelow took all my anxiety about the state of the world and put it into a movie ๐Ÿคฏ. The way she explores the aftermath of a nuclear attack on an American city is so visceral, it feels like you're right there in...
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    Trumpโ€™s peace plan is just about holding together, but may be unravelled by two unresolved issues | Rajan Menon

    I'm getting really worried about Israel's withdrawal from Gaza ๐Ÿค•. They're still keeping control of half the territory... that just doesn't feel right to me. I mean, Hamas is asking for unconditional withdrawal and it's not like they're being unreasonable considering what happened in the past ๐Ÿ’”...
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    These are the animals people most want to see photographed

    ๐ŸŒณ๐Ÿ’š gotta say, i'm loving the evolution of the "Big Five" concept from trophy hunting to actual wildlife protection ๐Ÿ™…โ€โ™‚๏ธ it's about time we shifted our focus from exploiting nature for human gain to preserving it for future generations ๐ŸŒŽ graeme green's initiative is a great step in that...
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    Micron Technology: China probes US chip maker for cybersecurity risks as tech tension escalates

    man... china's getting all up in microns grill over chip manufacturing ๐Ÿค–๐Ÿ”ด๐Ÿ›‘๏ธ like what's the big deal? can't they just chill? ๐Ÿ™„ i mean, we've got our own issues with tech security back home, but at least our governments aren't trying to strangle everyone else's businesses ๐Ÿค‘ and japan jumping on...
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    Ex-Trump adviser John Bolton pleads not guilty to sharing classified information

    Wow ๐Ÿ˜‚ Bolton really took things to a new level sharing classified info with his fam members ๐Ÿคฏ. How did he not think that was gonna be a big no-no? ๐Ÿ™„ His lawyer's trying to spin this as Trump wanting revenge, but it's more like Bolton just got caught slippin' ๐ŸŽ‰. I'm curious about the Iranian...
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    Judge sets June 1 deadline for retrial of Pedro Hernandez in Etan Patz case

    ๐Ÿค” so like what's going on here is that some guy Pedro Hernandez who's already served 25 years in prison for allegedly killing this kid Etan Patz back in the 70s is getting a chance to prove himself innocent again? That's wild, right? The prosecution is all set to retry him and if they start jury...
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    The pandemic's over': GOP, Dem senators spar on camera over costly Obamacare subsidies

    I'm low-key worried about this whole thing ๐Ÿค”. I mean, who gets hurt when these subsidies expire? Millions of ppl who cant afford healthcare cuz it's too expensive ๐Ÿ˜ฉ. And its not like they're asking for a handout or smthn. They just need some help paying 4 their premiums. Its crazy that the GOP...
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    Shipping emissions levy shelved as countries bow to US pressure

    can't believe how fast they're killing the carbon levy plan ๐Ÿ˜” it's like they're just making things worse for the environment... i mean, 3% of global emissions from shipping is still a huge amount! and now we gotta wait another year before anything happens? ๐Ÿ•ฐ๏ธ it's so frustrating when powerful...
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    Watch: Moment house drifts away from land as typhoon hits Alaska

    I'm still trying to wrap my head around this mixed bag of news stories ๐Ÿคฏ. On one hand, the tragic shooting in Michigan is a stark reminder of the ongoing struggle with gun violence and mental health issues in the US ๐Ÿ˜”. Drone footage showing the fire at the church is both haunting and...
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    Meet the new 'Squad': The next generation of Trump-era progressive congressional candidates

    I think its gonna be super interesting to see how these young progressives shake things up in Congress! I mean, its been a while since we've seen some real change like this happen. Theyre all about bold action and pushing for economic change which is something the country really needs right now...
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    Not guilty verdict in ICE case sends stark message to Trump DOJโ€™s political prosecutions

    ๐Ÿค” so what's going on here? it seems like the Justice Department is trying to crack down on people protesting against their moves but now they're getting roasted by grand juries left and right ๐Ÿ˜… i mean, if prosecutors are only securing misdemeanor charges instead of felony ones that's a pretty...
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    Hamas says it has handed over all Israeli hostage remains it could recover

    A diagram of a person holding hands with a puzzle piece : I think the biggest hurdle in this deal is Israel's non-negotiable stance on total withdrawal from Gaza. It's like trying to put together a puzzle with missing pieces ๐Ÿค”๐ŸŒ. If Hamas demands complete removal and Israel won't budge, it's...
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    โ€˜What I do with my body is none of your businessโ€™: musician Beverly Glenn-Copeland on trans rights, cult stardom and living with dementia

    ๐Ÿ˜Š just read about Beverly Glenn-Copeland's incredible journey & I'm blown away by his spirit! 81 yrs old with dementia, still creating music & inspiring others ๐ŸŽต๐Ÿ‘ it's a testament to the power of art to bring people together & transcend life's challenges ๐Ÿ’• I love how he says "This ain't it" -...
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    Denise Richards' ex, Aaron Phypers, arrested in court as actress fights for restraining order

    ๐Ÿคž I'm not surprised Aaron Phypers got arrested. From what Denise Richards said, it sounds like their relationship was already super toxic. I feel bad for her, but at least she's taking care of herself now and standing up for herself. It's crazy that he thought sharing those private pics would...
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