PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION

Apr 12 2025POLITICS

Ecuador's Tough Choice: Crime or Corruption?

Ecuador is at a crossroads. The upcoming presidential election is a tight race between two candidates with very different ideas. The main issue? The surge in drug-related violence that has made Ecuador one of the most dangerous countries in Latin America. The economy is in a slump, making it hard to fight this crime wave. Daniel Noboa, the current president, is runn...

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Apr 03 2025POLITICS

Trump Media's Share Shuffle: What's the Deal?

The Trump Media & Technology Group has taken a step that might seem confusing at first. They filed to re-register a massive number of shares. These shares are worth billions of dollars. They are held in a trust. The trust is overseen by Donald Trump Jr. This isn't the first time this has happened. Last summer, the same shares were registered for sale. But, just becau...

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Mar 31 2025POLITICS

Le Pen's Political Future in Jeopardy After Court Ruling

The political landscape in France is about to change dramatically. A French court has made a significant decision that could reshape the country's far-right politics. Marine Le Pen, a prominent figure in the far-right National Rally (RN) party, has been found guilty of misusing European Union funds. The court ruled that she diverted over 3 million euros of European P...

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Mar 31 2025POLITICS

French Politics: Will Marine Le Pen's Presidential Bid Be Blocked?

In France, a crucial court decision looms over Marine Le Pen's political future. The leader of the National Rally party is awaiting a verdict that could potentially bar her from running in the next presidential election. This legal battle revolves around allegations that Le Pen and 24 others misused European Union parliamentary funds to pay party salaries. The state ...

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Mar 22 2025CELEBRITIES

Celebrities Who Left the US After the 2024 Election

The 2024 presidential election was a tough pill to swallow for many celebrities. The Republican Party’s victory left a sour taste in the mouths of many in Hollywood. Donald Trump and J. D. Vance celebrated their win in Florida, promising a brighter future for America. However, not everyone was on board with this vision. Some stars even considered leaving the coun...

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Feb 10 2025POLITICS

Voters Face a Tough Choice

Ecuador’s voters have a big decision to make before this election! There will be a runoff on April 13 for the country’s presidency, pitting current president Daniel Noboa against Luísa González. Both of these candidates have managed to beat out fourteen other hopefuls, so it is a huge deal. What’s fascinating is that this is the second time this year the...

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Jan 31 2025POLITICS

Party Politics: What Went Wrong and What's Next for Democrats?

Kamala Harris' unexpected journey to the White House started off with a bang. But there was some bumps in the road. This year's DNC meeting will bring in a fresh face to lead the party. As the old saying goes “new broom sweeps clean”. The 2024 political circus has already begun. The Democrats biggest task is to decide on a strong candidate who will stick...

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Dec 25 2024POLITICS

Why Top CEOs Are Betting Big on Donald Trump's Inauguration

High-profile business leaders are shelling out millions to support President-elect Donald Trump's inaugural committee. Companies like Amazon, Facebook, and Uber are making big donations, hoping to win favor with the incoming administration. Trump's 2017 inaugural committee set a record with $107 million, and his second inauguration is already on track to surpass that...

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Nov 12 2024POLITICS

Celebs Picking Sides: Who's Rooting for Trump in 2024?

In the exciting and sometimes polarizing world of U. S. politics, celebrities often voice their support for candidates. The 2024 presidential election is no exception. While some famous faces back Democrats, others have given their thumbs up to Republicans, including former President Donald Trump. Let's take a look at who's jumped on the Trump train. Elon Musk, the ...

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Nov 10 2024POLITICS

What Went Wrong with Harris’s Campaign?

A former adviser to Senator Bernie Sanders, Tezlyn Figaro, has some strong words about Vice President Harris's lost presidential bid. She claims that Harris never had a real shot at winning, and the blame lies with President Biden's late announcement to drop out and the big-money consultants. Figaro believes that setting Harris up for a quick 100-day campaign was a ...

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