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Nov 06 2025POLITICS

New York's New Mayor: A Fresh Start with Bold Plans

Zohran Mamdani, the newly elected mayor of New York City, is making waves with his progressive vision and diverse team. He's putting together an all-female transition team to help him tackle the city's toughest challenges. This team includes some big names, like Lina Khan, who's known for her strong

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Nov 06 2025POLITICS

France Takes Action Against Shein Over Controversial Sales

France has taken a firm stand against the popular online retailer Shein. The government has temporarily blocked access to Shein's website. This move comes after a shocking discovery of child-like sex dolls being sold on the platform. The dolls were described as being of a "child pornography nature"

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Nov 06 2025POLITICS

Justice Department's Approach to Comey Case Questioned

In a recent court hearing, a federal judge expressed strong disapproval of the Justice Department's handling of the case against former FBI Director James Comey. The judge, William Fitzpatrick, criticized the prosecutor, Lindsey Halligan, for what he saw as a backward approach: indicting first and i

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Nov 06 2025POLITICS

Iowa's COVID Transparency Battle Ends in $600K Settlement

A former Iowa health official, Polly Carver-Kimm, has secured a $600, 000 settlement from the state after claiming she was fired for doing her job during the COVID-19 pandemic. She alleged that her bosses wanted her to ignore public records requests, but she chose to fulfill them anyway. Carver-Kim

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Nov 06 2025POLITICS

A Clash of Powers: Supreme Court Tackles Trump's Tariffs Amid Shutdown

The Supreme Court was packed with spectators, including high-profile figures like Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, as they heard arguments about the legality of President Trump's tariffs. This event stood out because it happened during a government shutdown, wh

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Nov 06 2025BUSINESS

French Call Center Faces AI and U. S. Government Hurdles

A French call center company, once known as Teleperformance, has recently revised its financial expectations for 2025. The new outlook predicts a slower revenue growth, now between 1% and 2%, which is a drop from the earlier estimate of 2% to 4%. Additionally, the company has lowered its operating m

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Nov 06 2025CRIME

Michoacán's Anger: Protests Erupt After Mayor's Murder

In the Mexican state of Michoacán, people are fed up. They've taken to the streets, shouting and setting things on fire, all because their mayor was killed. Carlos Manzo, the mayor of Uruapan, was shot dead during a Day of the Dead celebration. This wasn't just any murder; it was a bold, public atta

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Nov 06 2025POLITICS

California's Leaders: Are They Listening to the People?

Last year, a huge majority of Californians voted for Proposition 36. This law aimed to toughen penalties for certain theft crimes and ensure treatment for repeat drug offenders. Many hoped this would make communities safer and show that the state was serious about crime. However, the current governo

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Nov 05 2025BUSINESS

Shein's Bumpy Ride in Paris: Fashion, Controversy, and Regulation

Shein, the fast-fashion giant, faced a rocky start in Paris as it opened its first physical store. The launch was overshadowed by a government decision to suspend access to its online platform in France. This came after controversial listings of sex dolls with childlike features were found on its we

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Nov 05 2025POLITICS

Breaking Barriers: How Democrats Made History in Recent Elections

In a series of groundbreaking wins, Democrats have shattered glass ceilings and set new precedents in recent elections. These victories represent significant milestones in American politics, showcasing diversity and progress. One standout achievement was the election of the first female governor in

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