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Nov 27 2024POLITICS

G7 Pushes for Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire, Ignores ICC Warrants

Foreign ministers from seven major countries met and strongly backed a quick ceasefire between Israel and the Lebanese group Hezbollah but didn’t mention the International Criminal Court’s warrant for Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu. They also urged Israel to let humanitarian aid into Gaza, warning of

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Nov 27 2024POLITICS

Rudy Giuliani’s Courtroom Outburst: Unable to Pay Bills

In a heated courtroom exchange, former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani, now 80, vented his frustrations, admitting he couldn't pay his bills. This dramatic moment happened during a federal court hearing in Manhattan, where Giuliani was dealing with a massive $150 million judgment for defamation. Two Ge

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Nov 27 2024POLITICS

Trump and Biden's Teams Agree to Share Info: What's Next?

You might be thinking, "What's the big deal about some agreement? " Well, this one's pretty important! It lets Trump's team talk to government workers and get some secret info before he becomes president again. This means less chaos when he takes over on January 20th. But hold up, Trump's team isn't

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Nov 27 2024POLITICS

A Night of Unity: Refugees and Communities Gather for Thanksgiving

At the Assumption of the Theotokos Cathedral in Glendale, the African Community Center hosted a Thanksgiving dinner that brought together over 900 refugees and locals. They enjoyed dishes from various countries like Ukraine, Ethiopia, and Syria. The event wasn't just about food; it was a moment to e

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Nov 27 2024POLITICS

The Teamsters' Neutral Stance: A Smart Move?

You might be surprised to hear that a big union like the Teamsters didn't pick a side in the last election. They didn't back a Democratic or Republican candidate, which is pretty unusual. Instead, they asked both parties if they could speak at their events. Only the Republicans said yes. Once Trump

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Nov 27 2024POLITICS

Transgender Lawmakers: A Global Perspective on Bathroom Battles

Back in 2006, Italy saw its first openly trans lawmaker, Vladimir Luxuria, face a brief bathroom ban in Parliament. This wasn't unique; a similar challenge happened to New Zealand's Georgina Beyer, the world's first trans lawmaker elected in 1999. Now, Sarah McBride, the first openly trans U. S. Con

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Nov 27 2024POLITICS

Why Virginia Wants to Be DC’s Neighbor

Imagine this: Virginia's governor, Glenn Youngkin, is inviting folks who will be working in the upcoming Trump administration to move to Virginia instead of Washington, D. C. , or Maryland. He believes Virginia is a better place to live and work. Youngkin posted a personal invitation on Twitter, hig

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Nov 26 2024POLITICS

Romania's Shift to Far-Right, Pro-Russia Stance Worries EU and NATO

Imagine a scenario where Romania, once known for its loyalty to the EU and NATO, starts to lean towards Russia. That’s what’s happening with the rise of Georgescu, a TikTok sensation with a surprising 3. 8 million followers. He’s not part of any political party but speaks directly to the people, rej

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Nov 26 2024POLITICS

Mexico's President Fires Back at Trump's Tariff Threat

Mexico's leader, Claudia Sheinbaum, has responded strongly to Donald Trump's proposed tariffs on Mexican goods. Trump wants to slap a 25% tax on all imports from Mexico and Canada, blaming them for not doing enough to stop illegal migration and drug trafficking. Sheinbaum disagrees, saying threats a

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Nov 26 2024POLITICS

Merky Moments: A Glimpse into Merkel's Memoir

Imagine sitting down with a book that dishes out revelations about world leaders like it's no big deal. That's what you get with Angela Merkel's new book. Let's dive into some of the juiciest bits. Picture this: it's 2014, and Russian President Vladimir Putin is on the phone with Merkel. He's denyi

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