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Jan 19 2026CRIME

Karachi Mall Fire: A Tragic Night of Locked Doors and Rising Flames

In the heart of Karachi, a bustling mall turned into a scene of chaos and tragedy. The Gul Plaza shopping complex, home to over 1, 200 stores, became a death trap when a fire broke out late on a Saturday night. What started as a small blaze quickly spiraled out of control, engulfing the entire struc

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Jan 18 2026BUSINESS

Charleston's Union Pier: The End of an Era for Cruise Ships

The time is running out for cruise ships in Charleston. By July 4, 2026, the last cruise ship will leave Union Pier. This is a big change for a place that has seen cruise ships since the 1930s. The Oceania Vista will be the last ship to dock at Union Pier. It will arrive on July 4, 2026, after a lo

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Jan 04 2026BUSINESS

New York City's Public Transport Gets a Price Bump

Starting this Sunday, riding the subway or bus in New York City will cost a bit more. The fare is going up to $3 from $2. 90. This is the first increase in over two years. Compared to other cities, this 10-cent raise is small. Other places have seen much bigger jumps in their transit fares. The Met

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Dec 30 2025POLITICS

US and Israel Clash Over West Bank Policies

In a recent meeting between US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, tensions arose over Israel's actions in the West Bank. The US expressed worries about settler violence, settlement growth, and the freezing of Palestinian tax funds. The US team, including top advis

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Dec 27 2025POLITICS

How Oman's Media Portrays Women: A Look Behind the Scenes

In Oman, the way women are shown in media is not just about fairness. It's about sending a message. The country's leaders and influential people have specific ideas about how women should be represented. They want to show progress and modernity. But they also want to keep traditional power structure

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Dec 10 2025POLITICS

A Judge Says No to Trump's National Guard Move

In a surprising turn of events, a federal judge has put a stop to President Trump's plan to send National Guard troops to Los Angeles. The judge, Charles Breyer, said the protests in the city did not qualify as a rebellion. This means the troops must now go back under the control of California's gov

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Dec 06 2025POLITICS

The Supreme Court's Power Play: What It Means for the President

The Supreme Court's conservative majority is pushing to give the president more control. They might overturn a 90-year-old decision that limits the president's power to fire certain officials. This isn't new. The court has already allowed President Trump to fire many officials, even though a 1935 d

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Dec 06 2025FINANCE

A New Leader for Arkansas' Biggest Bond Issuer

Robert "Ro" Arrington is now the permanent leader of the Arkansas Development Finance Authority. This group is the state's largest bond issuer. Arrington had been filling in as interim president since August. He took over after the previous leader, Mark Conine, stepped down. Arrington has been part

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Nov 30 2025POLITICS

Presidential Powers: A Legal Look

The recent debate about presidential authority has sparked some interesting discussions. Some people think President Trump overstepped his bounds when he ordered military action against Venezuelan drug boats. But is that really the case? Let's start with the basics. The Supreme Court has ruled that

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Nov 28 2025RELIGION

Three Nuns Stand Their Ground in Alpine Convent

In a small town near Salzburg, three elderly nuns are making headlines. Sisters Bernadette, Regina, and Rita, all in their 80s, have been living in their old convent since September. They left a care home where they were placed last December. Church leaders are not happy about this. They want the nu

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