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America's House of Representatives Resolves Political Paralysis

The Chinese government's extended break from debt repayments has left banks with significant bad debt. Meanwhile, the cinema experience should bring back intermissions according to our correspondent who highlights the growing lengths of films. In America's House of Representatives, the political paralysis is finally over as Mr. Mike Johnson becomes the Speaker. Now, the House must focus on passing laws and addressing funding requests for Ukraine, Israel, and national security priorities.

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