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Dec 29 2024POLITICS

Gaza Hospital Director Arrested: A Closer Look

In the northern Gaza Strip, something unusual happened. The director of the last working hospital, Dr. Hossam Abu Safia, was arrested by Israeli military forces. This isn't just any hospital; it's Kamal Adwan Hospital, the only one still operating in the area. The Palestinian Ministry of Health repo

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Dec 29 2024POLITICS

Trump's Defense Pick: A Troubling Choice

Under President Donald J. Trump, America is entering a new phase. Many of us didn't back him, and now, his cabinet picks seem to signal a troubling direction. In a democracy like ours, it's vital to criticize what seems wrong for our nation. Let's consider Trump's pick for secretary of defense, Pete

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Dec 29 2024POLITICS

Elon Musk's Support for Germany's Far-Right Party Stirs Controversy

Tech billionaire Elon Musk has caused quite a stir in Germany with his recent support for the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party. This backing, expressed in a guest opinion piece for the newspaper Welt am Sonntag, has led to a significant backlash, including the resignation of the paper's

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Dec 29 2024POLITICS

Ohio's Sports Teams: A Tax Break Battle Brewing in 2025

Imagine this: Ohio lawmakers might give big-league sports teams like the Bengals and Browns a big tax break next year. This could cost taxpayers millions. Two House members, one from Cleveland and one from Xenia, want to stop lame-duck sessions, where quick decisions are made right before lawmakers

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Dec 29 2024POLITICS

Pictures Show Biden’s Son with Chinese Business Partners

Newly revealed photos show then-Vice President Joe Biden meeting some of his son Hunter Biden’s Chinese business partners during an official trip to China in 2013. Hunter was also seen with his father meeting Chinese President Xi Jinping and other high-ranking officials. These images, released by th

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Dec 29 2024POLITICS

The Evolving Story of Green Parties: How They Lost Their Spark

Did you know that green political parties were once seen as trailblazers? They burst onto the political scene with fresh ideas and a unique vision. But things didn't stay that way for long. Let's dig into why that happened, both globally and specifically in Serbia. First, let's chat about political

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Dec 29 2024POLITICS

Taiwan Tests Its Readiness for China’s Military Actions

Taiwan’s president, Lai Ching-te, recently led a unique exercise. This wasn’t a typical military drill. Instead, it was a “tabletop” simulation. It involved not just the army but also government agencies and local groups. Why? To test how they’d handle potential escalations from China. You might be

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Dec 29 2024POLITICS

The Web of Conspiracies: How Misinformation Fuels Beliefs

In recent years, the internet has become a hotbed for conspiracy theories. Some of these beliefs have led to real-world harm, like the January 6th Capitol attack, where many participants were driven by the QAnon conspiracy. This study looks at five major conspiracy theories—QAnon, COVID, UFOs/Aliens

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Dec 29 2024POLITICS

Why Big Names Are Donating to Trump's Inauguration

Top CEOs and their companies are giving big money to President-elect Trump's inaugural committee. They want to be on good terms with him before he takes office. Jeff Bezos from Amazon, Mark Zuckerberg from Meta (Facebook), and Sam Altman from OpenAI are each donating $1 million. Others include $2 mi

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Dec 29 2024POLITICS

Billionaire Bigwigs Push for Budget Cuts: What's the Deal with US Federal Spending?

Ever wondered how the government spends our tax dollars? Well, Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, the dynamic billionaire duo heading the newly minted Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), are on a mission to chop at least $2 trillion off the federal budget. They're eyeing big targets like the IRS

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