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Dec 29 2024POLITICS

UN Approves New Peace Mission in Somalia

The United Nations has given the green light for a new African peacekeeping mission to help Somalia fight the insurgent group al-Shabaab. This decision comes with some uncertainty, especially regarding the future involvement of Ethiopian troops. The existing peacekeeping force, known as ATMIS, is se

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Dec 29 2024POLITICS

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy: Can They Really Cut $2 Trillion from the Federal Budget?

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, the duo behind the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), have a big promise: slash $2 trillion from the federal budget. They've got their eyes on some big targets like the IRS, Department of Education, and even Social Security payments. But experts are skeptical.

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Dec 29 2024POLITICS

Trump's Shift on Tech Visas: A New Direction?

President-elect Donald Trump seems to be aligning himself with tech industry leaders like Elon Musk in a heated debate over the use of H-1B visas. These visas allow skilled foreign workers to come to the U. S. , and they've become a hot topic among Trump's supporters. In a recent interview with the

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Dec 29 2024POLITICS

Gaza Hospital Director Arrested Amid Ongoing Conflict

In the latest turn of events, Israeli forces have arrested the director of one of the last operating hospitals in northern Gaza. This comes after a series of overnight strikes in the region, which resulted in nine deaths, including children, according to Palestinian medical officials. Meanwhile, Isr

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Dec 28 2024POLITICS

Gaza Hospital Shutdown: Patients and Staff Face Danger

Imagine you're in a neighborhood hospital, surrounded by conflict. Now, visualize being forced to evacuate, strip in the cold, and walk for hours with wounded people. This is what just happened at Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza. Israeli forces raided the hospital, arresting the director and d

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Dec 28 2024POLITICS

President-Elect Trump's Swords at Public Media: NPR and PBS Brace for Impact

Public media like NPR and PBS are facing some serious heat. Donald Trump, soon to be president, has been openly criticizing US media, including calls to strip CBS of its broadcast license and refusing interviews with 60 Minutes. But it’s the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), which funds org

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Dec 28 2024POLITICS

Elon Musk's Verification Badge Battle: A MAGA World Divided

In the world of MAGA supporters, a storm is brewing over Elon Musk's stance on H-1B visas. Some influential figures online are accusing Musk of using his social media platform to punish those who disagree with his support for the visas. Musk, who was chosen to lead President-elect Donald Trump's Dep

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Dec 28 2024POLITICS

Trump Asks Supreme Court to Delay TikTok Ban

In a surprising move, outgoing President Donald Trump has asked the Supreme Court to hit the pause button on a law that could potentially shut down the popular app TikTok. This comes as his administration seeks a negotiated solution to address national security concerns while keeping the app availab

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Dec 28 2024POLITICS

Ukraine War Update: North Korean Troops Face Heavy Losses

The war in Ukraine has taken a new turn, with reports of North Korean troops being deployed in Russia's Kursk region and suffering heavy losses. Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, mentioned in a recent video address that these North Korean soldiers are being used as cannon fodder by Russian f

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Dec 28 2024POLITICS

Finding Common Ground: Massachusetts Lawmakers Unite on Healthcare Bills

In a last-minute agreement, Massachusetts lawmakers decided to join forces on healthcare bills that focus on improving accessibility and affordability. After months of separate discussions, the House and Senate reached a common ground on the weekend before the end of their term. They aim to vote on

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