https://www.the74million.org/article/survey-nearly-half-of-students-started-last-fall-below-grade-level-usually-in-math-and-reading-but-tutoring-remains-elusive/
Only 1 in 10 students received the kind of high-dosage tutoring experts believe is most effective in reversing learning loss
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https://talkerresearch.com/nearly-half-of-americans-carry-spare-underwear-for-emergencies/
Jan 7, 2025 - The poll of 2,000 U.S. adults, equally split by gender, revealed 70% of those who carry spares have had their backup underwear come to their rescue.
nearly halfamericanscarryspareunderwear
https://www.9news.com.au/national/black-friday-sales-australians-opting-out-reader-poll-exclusive/efe64c24-0c7f-43ae-bba2-f2d6d2b45e45
Nov 28, 2025 - They're the two words that have been clogging up email inboxes and plastered across storefronts for weeks: ...
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https://www.betcarolina.com/survey-sports-betting-preferences-in-north-carolina
Mar 5, 2024 - BetCarolina.com conducted a survey to determine the level of interest and attitude towards sports betting in anticipation of its mobile launch.
nearly halfnorth carolinapolladultswould
https://www.macworld.com/article/3064723/one-of-our-favorite-magsafe-power-banks-is-nearly-half-off-38.html
Feb 18, 2026 - The Baseus Picogo is a massive 46% off at Amazon.
power banksnearly halfonefavoritemagsafe
https://wccftech.com/apple-reportedly-experiencing-2nm-production-shortages-for-a20-pro/
As TSMC runs into production shortage problems with its 2nm process, problems are being created for Apple, but that doesn’t mean it will turn to Samsung
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https://www.thecrimson.com/article/2023/6/28/faculty-survey-5-ai/
This fifth and final installment in The Crimson’s analysis of the survey focuses on faculty opinions regarding AI, including integrating AI into their...
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https://talker.news/2025/11/13/nearly-half-of-holiday-gifts-come-from-small-businesses/
Nov 13, 2025 - The holiday season proves that bigger isn’t always better: Nearly half of seasonal gifts come from small businesses, according to new research. A survey of...
nearly halfholiday giftssmall businessescome
https://thefederalist.com/2025/10/28/nearly-half-of-state-ags-ask-scotus-to-end-birthright-citizenship/
Oct 28, 2025 - 24 states filed a brief with the Supreme Court supporting the Trump administration's attempt to stop "birthright citizenship."
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https://norml.org/blog/2025/11/05/marijuana-arrests-comprised-nearly-half-of-all-drug-related-arrests-in-over-a-dozen-states-in-2024/
Nov 12, 2025 - Marijuana arrests far outpaced arrests for other drugs in jurisdictions where cannabis remains criminally prohibited under state law.
nearly halfmarijuanaarrestsdrugrelated
https://www.npr.org/2023/10/19/1206479861/israel-gaza-hamas-children-population-war-palestinians
Oct 19, 2023 - The population of Gaza is one of the youngest in the world. Here's why, what it means for this war, and what it means for the future.
nearly halfchildrengazapopulation
https://xtramagazine.com/video/queer-characters-on-tv-glaad-278213
Nov 26, 2025 - An uptick in series endings and cancellations is bad news for queer and trans representation on the small screen
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https://www.the74million.org/article/nearly-half-of-texas-high-school-students-who-earn-college-credits-are-hispanic/
Despite the group’s strong participation, Hispanic students graduate college at a lower rate than peers in the program, according to a report.
high school studentsnearly halftexasearncollege
https://lifehacker.com/tech/airpods-pro-2-are-nearly-half-off-for-cyber-monday-2025
Dec 1, 2025 - Apple's AirPods Pro 2 are down to their lowest ever price during Cyber Monday 2025. These earbuds have active noise cancellation.
airpods pronearly halfcyber
https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/ukhsa-warns-norovirus-cases-have-jumped-nearly-half-two-weeks-1771481
Jan 16, 2026 - Norovirus cases have surged 47% in the first two weeks of 2026, prompting the UKHSA to urge people to stay home and practice strict hygiene. Learn about...
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https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/lifestyle/money/people-missing-state-pension-uprating-36499866
Jan 7, 2026 - Around 453,000 older people will not get new State Pension payments during the 2026/27 financial year.
nearly halfolder peoplestate pensionmilliondue
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/india/nearly-half-of-indias-household-donations-go-to-religious-groups-42-to-beggars-csip-report-finds/articleshow/128604967.cms
Feb 20, 2026 - An intriguing study unveils the depth of generosity in India, where a large chunk of individual donations is directed toward religious institutions and aiding...
nearly halfreligious groupshouseholddonationsgo
https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/most-americans-have-savings-nearly-half-dont-know-how-much-interest-theyre-earning-1771158
Jan 16, 2026 - A new study reveals that while most Americans have savings accounts of various types, many are unaware of the interest rates they earn.
nearly halfamericanssavings
https://www.9news.com.au/national/donald-bradman-baggy-green-national-museum-australia/3cf0b622-151e-4fd4-be05-fbc856ac0b07
Aug 29, 2025 - A cricket cap worn by Sir Donald Bradman has been bought by the National Museum of Australia in Canberra f...
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https://www.express.co.uk/news/uk/2139735/asylum-numbers-surge-almost-half
Nov 28, 2025 - A dramatic shift in migration patterns has emerged, with asylum seekers now at the forefront, reshaping the UK's immigration landscape in unexpected ways.
asylum seekersnearly halffiguresshowsurge
https://www.ecowatch.com/animals-biodiversity-loss.html
One of the most comprehensive studies on biodiversity loss found 48% of Earth's animal species are declining, and just 3% are increasing.
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https://www.cbsnews.com/baltimore/news/bge-utility-rate-increase-gas-electric-bills-maryland/
Dec 22, 2025 - The Maryland Public Service Commission (PSC) denied nearly $75.1 million of BGE's $152.3 million request to support the final year of its rate...
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https://www.indiewire.com/news/analysis/teenagers-almost-never-watch-movies-shows-tv-study-1235156231/
A UCLA study says that nearly half of all teenagers watch movies and series either always or most of the time on a personal device, not a TV.
nearly halfteenagersconsumemediasay
https://theconversation.com/nearly-half-of-detroit-seniors-spend-at-least-30-of-their-income-on-housing-costs-even-as-real-estate-values-fall-268075
Detroit seniors pay more in homeowner’s insurance, utilities and property tax, and those on fixed incomes can struggle to make ends meet.
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https://www.hcamag.com/au/news/general/nearly-half-of-leaders-would-trade-titles-for-better-engagement-report-finds/552019
Oct 6, 2025 - New report sheds light on deepening engagement crisis among leaders
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https://yougov.com/articles/53774-nearly-half-of-australians-would-spend-the-holidays-alone-in-the-absence-of-their-usual-company
New YouGov data reveals a preference for quieter, more individualised year-end holidays
nearly halfwouldspendholidaysalone
https://www.pcmag.com/deals/best-deal-of-labor-day-this-blink-video-doorbell-security-camera-sept-1
Sep 1, 2025 - Every day, we head into the deal mines, digging for savings and discounts on the best electronics out there. And every day, there's one deal that stands...
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https://www.lemonde.fr/en/obituaries/article/2025/12/28/brigitte-bardot-s-nearly-half-a-century-of-commitment-to-animal-rights_6748891_15.html
When she announced the end of her film career, at the age of 38, Brigitte Bardot dedicated her life's work – she died on December 28 at the age of 91 – to...
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https://cscce.berkeley.edu/publications/blog/nearly-half-a-million-early-childhood-educators-are-immigrants/
Oct 30, 2025 - Major threats include H.R. 1, which quadruples the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) budget, and the removal of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) fr
early childhood educatorsnearly halfmillionimmigrantscenter
https://www.dailystar.co.uk/sport/darts/luke-littler-world-championship-money-36493475
Jan 4, 2026 - Luke Littler landed the new £1million World Darts Championship jackpot after beating Gian van Veen in the Ally Pally final but ‘The Nuke’ is set to lose...
luke littlernearly halfloseworldchamps
https://www.digitaltrends.com/gaming/the-logitech-pro-x-60-sale/
Dec 29, 2025 - If you want a compact gaming keyboard without paying premium money, this is a strong deal on a legit wireless option. The Logitech PRO X 60 LIGHTSPEED is down...
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https://relevantmagazine.com/current/nearly-half-of-americans-age-18-to-29-live-with-their-parents/
Jan 12, 2023 - Nearly half of all young adults in the US ages 18 to 29 live with their parents, but it's not just an excuse to save on rent. This trend has been growing
nearly halfamericansagelive
https://www.macworld.com/article/3063463/get-this-super-fast-apple-thunderbolt-4-cable-for-nearly-half-off.html
Feb 17, 2026 - Apple's 3-foot Thunderbolt 4 cable is down to just $37 at Woot.
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https://www.npr.org/sections/coronavirus-live-updates/2020/05/20/859814085/researchers-nearly-half-of-accounts-tweeting-about-coronavirus-are-likely-bots
May 20, 2020 - Researchers culled through more than 200 million tweets discussing the virus since January and found that about 45% were sent by accounts that behave more like...
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https://www.mintel.com/press-centre/nearly-half-of-us-consumers-say-they-have-made-a-purchase-through-social-media/
Social commerce made up about 5%** of US eCommerce sales in 2022 and is expected to inch up to nearly 7%*** by 2025, according to Mintel research. The sector
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https://www.hrdive.com/news/nearly-half-of-us-workers-say-theyll-need-1-million-to-retire/808558/
Workers’ retirement hopes generally surpass their savings, which leads to growing anxiety about the future, a report finds.
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https://nymag.com/strategist/2025/12/lego-large-creative-brick-box-sale.html
Dec 17, 2025 - Lots of LEGOs are on sale right now. The best deal is on the Classic Large Creative Brick Box, which is 47 percent off.
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https://nscreenmedia.com/nearly-half-cable-tv-subs-cut-the-cord-previously/
Nearly half of cable TV subs cut the the cord and decided to come back. Many couldn't find the live sports, news, events they craved.
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https://www.computerworld.com/article/4016206/nearly-half-of-agentic-ai-projects-will-be-killed-by-27-due-to-hype-costs-and-risks.html
Jul 4, 2025 - Though agentic AI offers a lot of promise, poor performance, high costs, and unclear value could lead to projects being canceled without showing ROI, according...
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https://www.avclub.com/sony-buys-peanuts
Dec 19, 2025 - Still, Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and all the rest of the Peanuts gang will remain on Apple TV until at least 2030.
nearly halfsonyshellsbillionpeanuts
https://parents-together.org/pbs-accounts-for-nearly-half-of-first-graders-most-frequently-watched-educational-tv-and-video-programs/
Aug 25, 2025 - A child development researcher found that PBS is the most frequently watched source of educational TV and videos for first graders.
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https://www.emarketer.com/content/nearly-half-of-us-marketers-plan-invest-mmm-over-next-year
Oct 10, 2025 - Nearly half (46.9%) of US brand and agency marketers plan to invest in marketing mix modeling (MMM) over the next year, according to a July survey from...
nearly halfusmarketersplaninvest
https://mlk50.com/2025/10/09/memphis-secret-shoppers-uncover-housing-discrimination-in-nearly-half-of-properties-tested/
Oct 9, 2025 - A Memphis nonprofit has uncovered evidence of widespread housing discrimination in the city — much of it based on race. The Fair Housing Council of
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https://www.techmonitor.ai/digital-economy/ai-and-automation/nearly-half-of-cisos-wary-of-genai-rollouts-finds-survey
Jun 18, 2025 - Around 45% of CISOs view GenAI adoption negatively, citing security risks and outdated infrastructure as major challenges.
nearly halfcisoswarygenairollouts
https://lifehacker.com/tech/the-jbl-flip-6-bluetooth-speaker-deal-january-2026
Jan 14, 2026 - The JBL Flip 6 Bluetooth compact speaker delivers strong, balanced sound with rich bass, lasts up to 12 hours, and features an IP67 waterproof and dust-proof...
bluetooth speakernearly halfjblflip
https://www.propublica.org/article/irs-hasnt-released-nearly-half-million-nonprofit-tax-records
Dec 23, 2022 - It’s difficult to evaluate nonprofits this year, as the IRS is behind on releasing key financial information many donors rely on.
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https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/women-are-driving-americas-startup-boom-nearly-half-all-new-businesses-2024-were-female-founded-1741619
Aug 19, 2025 - Women are fuelling America's startup surge, with nearly half of all new businesses in 2024 founded by female entrepreneurs. The milestone highlights...
nearly halfwomendrivingamericastartup
https://thefederalist.com/2025/12/09/nearly-half-of-netflix-kids-shows-expose-children-to-lgbt-propaganda-report/
Dec 9, 2025 - Television producers are using their entertainment platforms to normalize LGBTQ values in the minds of very impressionable audiences.
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https://www.pymnts.com/credit-unions/2025/nearly-half-of-gen-z-still-want-in-person-financial-advice/
Dec 31, 2025 - PYMNTS Intelligence finds Gen Z still values face-to-face financial guidance, raising the stakes for credit unions.
nearly halfgen zstillwantperson
https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/lifestyle/nearly-half-think-motorists-should-36536838
Jan 12, 2026 - The UK Government will soon require over-70s to take an eye test every three years.
nearly halfthinkpeoplestop
https://www.christianpost.com/news/christian-aid-to-cut-staff-nearly-in-half-in-restructure-report.html
The United Kingdom humanitarian organization Christian Aid is set to cut its staff by nearly half as part of an international restructure.
christianaidcutstaffnearly
https://tech.co/news/job-hunters-ai-headshots
Jan 30, 2025 - Convenience and cost savings are a few reasons why 44% of job-seekers would turn to AI-generated headshots.
nearly halfsurveyjobhunterswould
https://news.err.ee/1609822878/study-nearly-half-of-teachers-plan-to-change-jobs-in-the-coming-years
Oct 7, 2025 - A new international survey shows Estonian teachers are mostly satisfied with their jobs, but 46 percent plan to leave the profession in the next five years.
nearly halfstudyteachersplanchange
https://www.frbsf.org/research-and-insights/blog/sf-fed-blog/2019/7/8/cash-preferred-consumer-payments-under-ten-dollars/
Feb 13, 2024 - In the United States, 49% of consumers use cash when paying for small-value payments according to a new report from the Federal Reserve Cash Product Office.
nearly halfconsumerspaycashsan
https://www.irishexaminer.com/news/spotlight/arid-41079149.html
Our writers take a detailed look at the important issues of the day
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https://www.everydayhealth.com/cancer/nearly-half-of-us-cancer-deaths-are-linked-to-controllable-risks/
Jul 17, 2024 - Nearly half of all cancer deaths in the U.S. are linked to controllable factors like smoking, excess weight, and alcohol, highlighting the importance of...
nearly halfucancerdeathslinked
https://tech.co/news/chegg-fires-half-workforce-new-realities-ai
Oct 28, 2025 - Learn more about the educational technology company and its plans to layoff 45% of its workforce in response to AI.
nearly halfcheggfiresworkforcedue
https://freebeacon.com/latest-news/bondi-memphis-murder-rate-cut-nearly-in-half-since-launch-of-federal-task-force/
Nov 25, 2025
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https://www.americansurveycenter.org/commentary/gen-zs-romance-gap-why-nearly-half-of-young-men-arent-dating/
Sep 25, 2024 - Until very recently, American culture has operated on the flawed notion that teenage dating and sex required little encouragement. Teenage romance was once...
nearly halfyoung mengenromancegap
https://sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/10/251005085621.htm
Over 40% of fatal crash victims had THC levels far above legal limits, showing cannabis use before driving remains widespread. The rate didn’t drop after...
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https://www.healthandsafetyinternational.com/article/1940432/nearly-half-safety-teams-rely-spreadsheets-ppe-report-finds
New data has shown a stark contrast in inspection efficiency and audit confidence between digital adopters and manual users.
nearly halfsafetyteamsstillrely
https://news.un.org/en/story/2023/05/1137152
A total of 4.9 million people in Haiti – nearly half of the country's population – are experiencing high levels of acute food insecurity, according to...
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https://www.digitaltrends.com/home-theater/sennheiser-momentum-4-headphones-sale/
Nov 11, 2025 - Sennheiser’s Momentum 4 Wireless Headphones have long been a favorite among audiophiles, and now they’re available at one of their best prices yet....
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https://nationalcioreview.com/articles-insights/extra-bytes/nearly-half-of-job-seekers-use-ai-only-few-trust-it/
Aug 18, 2025 - Gartner survey reveals a trust gap in AI-driven hiring processes: only 26% of job applicants believe AI will evaluate them fairly.
nearly halfjob seekersuse aitrust
https://circle.tufts.edu/index.php/latest-research/new-data-nearly-half-youth-voted-2024
Authors: Alberto Medina, Katie Hilton Contributor: Ruby Belle Booth
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https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/nearly-half-of-pc-gamers-prefer-dlss-4-5-over-amds-fsr-and-even-native-rendering-nvidia-scores-clean-sweep-in-blind-test-of-six-titles
Feb 18, 2026 - DLSS won in every single game.
nearly halfpc gamerspreferdlss
https://www.vccircle.com/goldset-for-best-year-in-nearly-half-a-century-silver-heads-for-largest-annual-gain
Gold was steady on Wednesday but remained on track for its strongest annual gain in over four decades, while other precious metals fell sharply as...
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https://www.latintimes.com/nearly-half-americans-including-1-5-trump-voters-blame-president-cost-living-new-poll-shows-592229
Dec 6, 2025 - The Politico poll also reveald that 37% of Trump's 2024 voters believe the cost of living is the worst they can remember
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https://www.bandt.com.au/on-device-research-nearly-half-of-australians-hooked-on-true-crime-podcasts/
Jul 2, 2024 - Study finds Aussies love a true crime podcast more than anything. Here's hoping no one's getting any tips along the way.
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https://talkerresearch.com/why-nearly-half-of-your-paycheck-is-spent-after-the-first-48-hours/
Oct 27, 2025 - Still, for the average American, by 48 hours, nearly 48% of the average paycheck is already spent.
nearly halfpaycheckspent
https://www.techradar.com/pro/running-a-busy-small-business-this-epson-workforce-pro-office-printer-does-it-all-and-its-almost-half-price-at-just-usd130
Feb 20, 2026 - It delivers fast wireless printing, auto duplex, and vibrant color output
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https://inmagazine.ca/2025/11/nearly-half-of-all-lgbtq-characters-are-set-too-disappear-from-tv-next-season/
According to a new report 41% of all LGBTQ+ characters on television will not return due to cancellations, limited series runs, or a character dying or leaving...
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https://www.dw.com/en/rsf-israel-responsible-for-nearly-half-of-journalist-deaths-in-2025/a-75071665
Dec 9, 2025 - Global media watchdog Reporters Without Borders has recorded 67 journalist deaths worldwide this year. Gaza was the deadliest region for journalists, followed...
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https://lifehacker.com/tech/jbl-tune-770nc-wireless-headphones-december-2025
Dec 5, 2025 - Get the JBL Tune 770NC wireless headphones for 47% off. Enjoy 70-hour battery life, adjustable EQ, Bluetooth 5.3, and everyday noise cancellation at a budget...
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https://www.9news.com.au/national/australia-music-festival-cancellations-exclusive-poll-insights/d413b6db-52cb-446e-9438-35a4be3b68e1
Dec 4, 2025 - Thousands of Australians have been directly affected by the slew of music festival cancellations over the l...
australian musicnearly halffestivalskeepgetting
https://sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/02/260217005806.htm
A new University at Buffalo study suggests cannabis-infused beverages could help some people cut back on alcohol. In a survey of cannabis users, those who...
alcohol usepeopleswitchedcannabisdrinks
https://www.worklife.news/culture/why-half-your-work-meetings-are-unnecessary-unwanted-and-a-major-drain-on-productivity/
Oct 15, 2025 - If your employees seem overextended, it could be that they’re spending hundreds of hours each year in meetings that accomplish nothing.
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https://www.mhlnews.com/technology-automation/news/55331816/nearly-half-of-transportation-leaders-say-ai-saved-their-peak-season
“It’s a real-time advantage helping shippers manage costs, build resilience, and keep goods moving during the busiest time of year," said Heather...
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https://www.attendanceworks.org/robertsdale-elementary-reduced-chronic-absence-nearly-in-half/
Nov 21, 2025 - “It is now very clear to me that when talking about school improvement, the number one step is getting kids to school. You can work on other things at the...
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https://www.breitbart.com/economy/2026/02/19/u-s-trade-deficit-nearly-cut-in-half-since-liberation-day/
Feb 20, 2026 - The U.S. trade deficit has fallen by nearly half since President Trump's Liberation Day tariff announcements in March. | Economy
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https://www.vice.com/en/article/republicans-democrats-pedophiles-poll/
Jul 27, 2024 - It’s the core belief of the QAnon conspiracy movement, and a new poll reveals it’s now part of the GOP mainstream.
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