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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Why Young Men Under 30 Are Turning to Trump in 2024

Young men under the age of 30 are increasingly drawn to Donald Trump's campaign in 2024. According to recent polls, these voters have shifted significantly towards the Republican party over the past four years. Inflation, immigration, and economic concerns are some of the key reasons why young men a

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Why Did Israel Ban UNRWA?

Israel's parliament recently voted to shut down a long-standing United Nations agency, UNRWA, which supports millions of Palestinian refugees. This ban could severely harm millions of Palestinians who depend on the agency for vital services like education, healthcare, and food. Despite strong opposi

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Israel Bans UNRWA: What It Means for Palestinian Refugees

Israel's parliament, the Knesset, has turned the spotlight on the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) by voting to ban its operations within Israel. This move came swiftly on Monday night and has sparked a storm of international criticism. The decision calls into qu

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Israel Shuts Down UN Refugee Aid: What's Next?

Imagine this: nearly 6 million Palestinian refugees could be left without critical support like food, healthcare, and education. This is what's at stake after Israel's parliament passed a law banning a key UN agency from operating in territories it controls. The agency, UNRWA, has been a lifeline fo

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Barnard College Under Fire for Hosting Controversial UN Official

Barnard College is facing criticism for inviting a United Nations official who has made controversial comments about Israel and its prime minister. Francesca Albanese, a UN special rapporteur, has compared Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to Adolf Hitler and described Israel as a modern-day

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

A Waiting Game: Nikki Haley's Support for Trump

Former South Carolina governor and U. N. ambassador, Nikki Haley, is one of Donald Trump's staunchest supporters. She pulled in more votes in the Republican primaries than any other candidate that challenged him. Despite this, she's been quiet on the campaign trail. She's already released her delega

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Taiwan Gets Advanced Missile System from the US

Taiwan and the United States are teaming up to boost Taiwan's defenses. Recently, the US has agreed to sell Taiwan $2 billion worth of weapons. This includes an advanced surface-to-air missile system, called NASAMS. It's the first time Taiwan is getting this type of missile. China isn't happy about

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Trump's Chip Industry Accusations: A Closer Look

Former U. S. President Donald Trump stirred up controversy on "The Joe Rogan Experience" podcast, accusing Taiwan of stealing the U. S. chip industry. He criticized the U. S. CHIPS Act and proposed tariffs on Taiwanese chips if he were to be re-elected. This would directly impact Taiwan Semiconducto

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Ukraine Claims North Korea Sending 12, 000 Troops to Aid Russia

Ukraine's President, Volodymyr Zelensky, recently stated that North Korea is sending troops to help Russia in its ongoing conflict with Ukraine. According to Zelensky, there are already 3, 000 North Korean soldiers on Russian soil, and this number is expected to rise to 12, 000 in the near future. T

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Ukraine's Battle for Selydove: A Strategic Stronghold in the East

In the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, the town of Selydove, located in Ukraine's eastern Donetsk region, has become a critical battleground. This town, southeast of the key city of Pokrovsk, is significant because it served as a vital staging area for Ukraine's defenses. On Tuesday, th

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