POLITICS

Feb 10 2026POLITICS

Justice in Question: Hong Kong’s Freedom on Trial

A 78‑year‑old media pioneer was sentenced to twenty years in prison, a punishment that many see as a warning against free speech. The judge’s decision came after the authorities barred him from choosing his own legal team and denied a jury, turning what could have been a fair hearing into a pre‑plan

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Feb 10 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrity Advice That Misses the Point

Doja Cat recently posted a short video on social media in which she urged famous people to keep their opinions to themselves, claiming that the public is not interested in hearing them. She explained this as a “public service announcement” while eating something, and added that the more mysterious a

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Feb 10 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Music Clash Over a Film Score

A well‑known director and a celebrated composer are upset that a piece of music from their earlier film was used in a documentary about the former first lady. They say the score should be taken out of the new movie. The director is working on a film that has recently been nominated for an Oscar. Th

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Feb 10 2026POLITICS

Bad Bunny Vanishes from Instagram After Super Bowl Gig

Bad Bunny, the Puerto Rican star who wowed millions with his halftime show at Super Bowl LX, has apparently removed every post from his Instagram feed. The account that once showcased 52. 6 million followers now shows no profile picture, no photos, and no follow list. The deletion happened right af

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Feb 10 2026POLITICS

Fresh Faces Needed: Why Alaska Wants Limits on Congress Terms

Alaskans are known for their practical mindset. They care more about how well someone serves than how long they stay in office. This belief has sparked a growing group of lawmakers from both sides of the aisle to push for a constitutional change that would set limits on how many times a person can b

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Feb 08 2026POLITICS

Law Firm Leader’s Fall: Power, Politics and a Shocking Exit

Brad Karp, who had guided the historic Paul Weiss firm from a modest litigation shop into a global powerhouse, stepped down as chairman after revelations of his ties to the disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein. Karp’s rise began in 2008 when he assumed the firm’s top role, steering it toward Wall Str

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Feb 08 2026POLITICS

Coalition Rejoins After Clash Over Hate‑Speech Bill

The two major conservative parties in Australia have re‑established their alliance after a brief break caused by disagreement over new anti‑hate legislation. The split began when the National Party walked away from its partnership with the Liberal Party, following the latter’s support for the govern

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Feb 08 2026POLITICS

Election Day in Thailand: Three Parties, One Uncertain Future

Voters in Thailand went to the polls on Sunday for an early general election that looks like a three‑way contest among different political ideas. The main players are the People’s Party, Bhumjaithai, and Pheu Thai, each with a nationwide network and enough support to win seats. The country has 53 mi

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Feb 07 2026POLITICS

USA Athletes Speak Up About Home Politics at the Olympics

The Games have started in Italy, and several American competitors are using their platform to share how the current political climate affects them. Freestyle skier Chris Lillis said he loves his country but feels “heartbroken” over recent events in Minneapolis. He hopes that viewers see the true

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Feb 07 2026POLITICS

Alaska Faces a Tough Choice Over Trump’s Greenland Plan

The idea that President Trump might use the military to take over Greenland is not just a headline; it would be a serious act of war against Denmark, a NATO partner, and the people who live there. In the United States, only Congress has the authority to declare war under Article I, Section 8 of the

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