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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Israel and Journalists: A Tragic Encounter

In a stark reminder of the dangers faced by journalists in war zones, three media professionals were killed in an Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon. The attack occurred at a guesthouse known to be housing numerous journalists, including those linked to Iran and Hezbollah. Lebanon's Prime Ministe

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Journalists Killed in Lebanon: Airstrike Stirs Controversy

Early on Friday, an Israeli airstrike in Hasbaya, near the border with Israel, killed three journalists and injured three others. The attack occurred at a compound housing journalists from seven different news organizations. The deceased were identified as Wissam Qassem and Ghassan Najjar from Al Ma

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Stars Shine for Kamala Harris in Georgia

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Barack Obama recently held a high-energy event in Georgia. The star-studded rally featured musical performances by Bruce Springsteen and appearances by celebrities like Samuel L. Jackson and Spike Lee. Experts say music at political events can build

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Voter Registration Group Jolt Hits Pause on Texas AG Investigation

Recently, a Texas-based group called Jolt, which aims to boost Latinos' civic involvement, won a small victory in court. This lets them continue voter registration without fear of state shutdown. The pause comes after a federal judge ruled that Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s investigation tool

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

The Power of U. S. Support: What Ukrainians Hope For

Imagine being in Ukraine, fighting a war with Russia, and relying heavily on U. S. weapons to keep you safe. That's the situation many Ukrainians find themselves in. They're grateful for the help they've received so far, but they're also worried about what might happen after the upcoming U. S. presi

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Foreign Powers Ramp Up Election Meddling

As the U. S. election heats up, foreign countries like Russia, China, and Iran are getting more active. Microsoft's report warns that Russian operatives are spreading fake videos to hurt Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign. Meanwhile, China is targeting candidates who criticize them, and Iran is

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Russia, China, and Iran's Digital Election Muddle

There's a rising concern about foreign meddling in the upcoming US presidential election, with Russia, China, and Iran supposedly ramping up their efforts. Microsoft's threat intelligence team has flagged these countries for their coordinated moves to influence public opinion and potentially disrupt

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Bot Attack Targets U. S. Politicians

A group of Chinese-controlled bots is trying to sway voters in several U. S. states, according to a new report by Microsoft. These fake accounts are spreading negative messages about politicians who have criticized China's policies. The group behind this, called Taizi Flood, is linked to China's Pub

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Taiwan Warns: China's Military Drills Could Block Trade

Taiwan’s Defense Minister Wellington Koo stated that a Chinese blockade of the island wouldn’t just be a drill, but actually an act of war. This comes after China’s recent military exercises, known as “Joint Sword-2024B”. These drills practiced scenarios like blocking important ports and attacking m

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

“Senator Ernst Calls Out Moldy Military Gear Sent to Taiwan”

In a surprising turn of events, Iowa Senator Joni Ernst has raised concerns about the quality of military equipment sent to Taiwan by the Pentagon. She highlighted that body armor and tactical vests were found to be infested with mildew when they arrived. Ernst wrote a letter to Defense Secretary Ll

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