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Nov 10 2024POLITICS

Trump's New Cabinet: Why Pompeo and Haley Won't Be Back

It's a new day in Washington, and former President Trump has some surprising news for his team. He's decided not to invite Mike Pompeo, the ex-Secretary of State, or Nikki Haley, the ex-UN Ambassador, to join his second administration. This announcement, made on Truth Social, shows that Trump wants

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Nov 10 2024POLITICS

Rethinking Suicide: Beyond Public Health

When we talk about suicide, it's often framed as a public health issue. But is that the whole story? This essay takes a step back to explore the deeper meanings and historical contexts behind suicide. Drawing on ideas from thinkers like Michel Foucault, Primo Levi, and Judith Butler, we'll challenge

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Nov 10 2024POLITICS

Germany's Government Shake-Up: What Happened and What's Next?

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz recently fired Finance Minister Christian Lindner, causing the already fragile coalition with the Social Democrats, Greens, and Free Democratic Party to crumble. Scholz, known for his stoic demeanor, appeared visibly upset during his speech, blaming Lindner for the coll

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Nov 09 2024POLITICS

Why Are Some US Women Swearing Off Men?

In the wake of Donald Trump's re-election, a South Korean feminist movement called 4B has gained attention among young American women. The movement encourages women to refuse marriage, children, dating, and sex with men. This interest surged after many men voted for Trump, who has a history of sexua

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Nov 09 2024POLITICS

Food Shortage in Gaza: A Daily Struggle for Survival

In the northern part of Gaza, tens of thousands of Palestinians are facing severe food shortages due to a month-long Israeli siege. The area has been cut off from food supplies, leading people to ration their last bits of lentils and flour. Some even risk their lives by searching for canned food in

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Nov 09 2024POLITICS

Nevada Shifts to Trump While Senator Rosen Keeps Her Seat

In the 2024 presidential election, Donald Trump secured his sixth victory in a key battleground state by winning Nevada. He beat his Democratic rival, Kamala Harris, with 51% of the vote compared to her 47%. This marked the first time the Republicans have won Nevada since 2004, when George W. Bush w

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Nov 09 2024POLITICS

FEMA’s Surprising Rule: Skip Trump Supporter Homes After Hurricane

Imagine this: You’ve just experienced a hurricane, and your home is damaged. You’re hoping for help from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). But, if you have a Trump sign or flag outside, you might be out of luck. A FEMA supervisor in Florida told disaster relief workers to avoid homes

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Nov 09 2024POLITICS

Pelosi: Biden's Late Exit Hurt Harris' Chances

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi thinks President Biden should have stepped down earlier from the 2024 race. She believes this would have given other candidates, like Vice President Kamala Harris, a better shot. Pelosi feels that Biden's late endorsement of Harris made it tough for her to compete.

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Nov 09 2024POLITICS

Trump's Team Sets Sights on Justice Department Targets

Some close to Donald Trump are already setting the scene for what could happen after his potential presidency. A lawyer advising Trump, Mike Davis, has been vocal about his disdain for legal adversaries like special counsel Jack Smith and New York Attorney General Letitia James. Davis has even threa

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Nov 09 2024POLITICS

Political Info on Social Media: A Story of the Unfollowed

You might think that social media serves up a variety of political views, especially during elections. But what happens if you don't follow any political parties? Surprisingly, recent research shows that these "political detachment users" aren't getting much variety. Instead, they're mostly seeing i

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