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Nov 03 2024POLITICS

Israeli Forces Nab Hezbollah Operative on Lebanese Beach

Last Friday, the Israeli military pulled off a daring amphibious raid. They snatched a high-ranking Hezbollah operative from a beach in Batroun, a small town in northern Lebanon. The elite Shayetet 13 unit, often compared to the U. S. Navy SEALs, landed on the coast and whisked the operative back to

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Nov 02 2024POLITICS

Job Growth Slows Down Before Election

Last month, the U. S. economy added only 12, 000 jobs, a significant drop from the 223, 000 jobs added in September. The Labor Department's report shows that natural disasters like hurricanes and labor disputes are contributing factors. Despite this, the unemployment rate stayed steady at 4. 1%. Pre

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Nov 02 2024CRIME

Orlando Shooting: Teen Gunman, Chaos, and a Scary Night

Late Thursday night, a 17-year-old allegedly opened fire during a Halloween celebration in downtown Orlando, causing mass panic. Joey Herrera, 22, was one of many terrified partygoers. “I've never been so scared, ” he shared. “I didn't want to die like that. ” People rushed to safety, hiding in

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Oct 31 2024POLITICS

School Board Mailers Get Ugly in Chicago

Lately, Chicagoans have been finding some strange mailers on their doorsteps. These aren't your usual flyers; they're ads for the upcoming school board election. With 31 candidates vying for 10 seats, the race is heating up. Both the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) and groups supporting charter schools

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Oct 31 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Photography's New Wave in Art Galleries

Lately, photography is stealing the spotlight in contemporary art galleries. The New York Times reports that many U. S. galleries are hosting photography exhibitions, like the Place Gallery in Manhattan showcasing Irving Penn's work from November 15 to December 21. It's not just about displays; big-

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

Biden Sparks Outrage with Comments on Trump Rally Jokes

Last week, President Joe Biden created a storm of controversy when he responded to offensive jokes at a Donald Trump rally. The comedian, Tony Hinchcliffe, made racist remarks about Puerto Rico and other communities during the event. Biden addressed these comments during a video call for Latino vote

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Oct 30 2024CRIME

The Confusing Case of the Chicago Synagogue Shooting

Last Saturday morning, a Jewish man was shot on his way to a synagogue in Chicago. The 22-year-old suspect, Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi, was heard shouting "Allahu Akbar" before the attack. However, despite the clear religious motive, officials haven't charged him with a hate crime yet. Abdallahi is curr

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Oct 30 2024CRIME

The Growing Concern: Venezuelan Gang Tren de Aragua in Texas

Lately, Texas has been keeping a close eye on a Venezuelan gang called Tren de Aragua, and for good reason. This gang, which started out in South American prisons, has grown into a global threat known for its brutal violence, extortion, and human trafficking. While it's tough to say just how many me

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

US Election Hack: China's Role in Telecom Breach

Lately, the FBI and CISA have revealed that China has been snooping around U. S. telecom networks. This includes the phones of important political figures like former President Donald Trump, his running mate JD Vance, and even people involved with Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign. It's not the

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Oct 30 2024POLITICS

India and China's Border Deal: Impact on Alliances

Last week at the BRICS meeting, India and China agreed to withdraw troops from two points in Ladakh. Some call this historic, but not everyone is so optimistic. This deal doesn't resolve their territorial disagreements in Ladakh and other areas. China claims parts of India, like Arunachal Pradesh. O

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