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Jan 14 2025POLITICS

Flag Flap: Trump's Club Raises Flag Early

The flag at former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago club in Florida is causing a stir. It was supposed to stay at half-staff until the end of January, honoring former President Jimmy Carter who passed away on December 29. But recently, the flag has been raised to full height. Both President Joe B

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Jan 14 2025POLITICS

Biden's Foreign Policy Advice to Trump's Second Term

Hey, have you heard? President Biden recently shared some insights on his foreign policy moves, aiming to set a solid table for the next guy, Donald Trump. Yep, you read that right! Biden’s crew believes they've bolstered our international alliances, especially during those tense moments like Russia

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Jan 14 2025POLITICS

North Korean Soldiers in Ukraine: No Desire to Defect

Two North Korean soldiers, fighting alongside Russia in Ukraine, haven't shown interest in seeking asylum in South Korea, according to Seoul's spy agency. Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, said one soldier wants to stay in Ukraine, while the other wants to return home. Zelenskyy is ready to

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Jan 14 2025POLITICS

Trump's First Stop as President: His Virginia Golf Club

As Donald J. Trump prepares to take office, his first stop won't be the capital. Instead, he'll land at a military base in Maryland on his private plane, then head straight to one of his own golf clubs. The Trump National Golf Club in Sterling, Virginia, will host around 500 of his closest supporter

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Jan 14 2025POLITICS

Israel's Leader Faces Divide Over Gaza Deal

Bezalel Smotrich, Israel's far-right finance minister, recently pledged to block any deal to stop the war in Gaza. This came as other top officials mentioned advancements in negotiating a truce. Indirect talks, led by Qatar, Egypt, and the US, are underway in Doha to secure a ceasefire and free host

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Jan 14 2025POLITICS

Iran's Long Struggle for Women's Rights

In 1979, Iran experienced a dramatic shift when the Islamic Republic took power. This new regime rolled back decades of progress for women's rights, imposing strict rules like mandatory hijabs and banning women from many jobs. The changes were swift and harsh. Women were segregated, punished for dis

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Jan 14 2025POLITICS

Jennifer Rubin and Norm Eisen Launch New Media Venture

Veteran columnist Jennifer Rubin has left The Washington Post and teamed up with former ethics chief Norm Eisen to start a new publication called The Contrarian. They aim to counter what they see as a growing authoritarian threat, focusing on pro-democracy content. The founders have already recruite

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Jan 14 2025POLITICS

Alcohol Taxes: A New Fight

Almost 100 years after the end of Prohibition, the alcohol industry is facing a new challenge in the United States. In New Mexico, where alcohol-related deaths are the highest in the country, lawmakers are considering two proposals to change how alcohol is taxed. One plan suggests a flat 3% tax rate

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Jan 14 2025POLITICS

Malala Calls on Muslim Leaders to Tackle Gender Inequality

Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai has spoken out about the dire issue of gender inequality in Afghanistan, calling on Muslim leaders to take a stand. At a big event in Pakistan about educating girls in Muslim communities, Malala asked Muslim leaders to fight against what the Taliban is doing

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Jan 13 2025POLITICS

A Glimmer of Hope: Gaza Ceasefire Talks Heat Up

Lately, there's been some real optimism about a possible ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, with US officials feeling more hopeful than they have in months. While nothing is certain yet, they believe that a deal might be announced soon, possibly even before President Joe Biden's term ends. A key fi

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