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Dec 15 2025POLITICS

Brazilians Stand Up for Democracy

In Brazil, people are not happy. They are protesting in big cities. Why? Because some lawmakers want to make the punishment for former President Jair Bolsonaro and his supporters less severe. These people were found guilty of trying to overturn the results of the 2022 election. Bolsonaro was senten

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Dec 12 2025POLITICS

Indiana Senate: A Tense Day of Redistricting Debates

The Indiana Senate is in the midst of a heated debate over a redistricting bill. The atmosphere is tense, with senators and protesters alike expressing strong opinions. Sen. Chris Garten, a Republican from Charlestown, is a vocal supporter of President Donald Trump and believes the Senate should ba

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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 09 2025POLITICS

Cincinnati's Curfew Conundrum: A Costly Lesson

Cincinnati recently made headlines by agreeing to pay $8. 1 million to protesters who broke a curfew during the 2020 George Floyd protests. This decision has sparked debate about the implications of such settlements. Critics argue that it sets a dangerous precedent, encouraging others to disregard c

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Dec 02 2025POLITICS

Bulgaria's Youth Sparks Change: Budget U-Turn After Massive Protests

In a surprising turn of events, Bulgaria's government has decided to pull back its 2026 budget plan. This move came after a series of large-scale protests, mostly led by young people. The demonstrations were so big that they were the largest in ten years. The biggest protest happened on a Monday. R

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Dec 02 2025POLITICS

Bulgaria's Budget Battle: People Power vs. Government Plans

Bulgaria's government faced a tough situation recently. They had to pull back their 2026 budget plan. This was the first budget made in euros, even though Bulgaria hasn't officially switched to the euro yet. The reason? People were not happy. They took to the streets to protest. The protests were b

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Dec 01 2025POLITICS

Young Voices Missing in the Fight for Democracy

The current political climate in America is tense, with many worried about the direction the country is heading. Despite this, the streets aren't filled with the usual sea of young protesters. Instead, it's mostly older generations holding signs and voicing their discontent. This is a big shift from

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Nov 30 2025POLITICS

Britain's New Approach to Asylum: Is It Enough?

The UK's home secretary, Shabana Mahmood, has introduced significant changes to the country's asylum system. This move comes after years of criticism about how the system is being misused. Mahmood, who is herself a second-generation immigrant, has faced backlash from both sides of the political spec

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Nov 28 2025POLITICS

Peru's Former Leader Faces Justice: A Tale of Power and Consequences

A former Peruvian president, known for his humble beginnings, has been given a significant prison term. Pedro Castillo, once called the \"president of the poor, \" was sentenced to over 11 years in prison. This was for his attempt to shut down Congress and rule without their approval. Castillo, a f

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Nov 27 2025POLITICS

Hong Kong's High-Rise Fire: A Test for Beijing's Control

A devastating fire in a Hong Kong apartment building has left at least 55 people dead and nearly 300 missing. This tragedy comes at a time when Beijing's control over Hong Kong is already under scrutiny. The city has seen significant political changes since the 2019 pro-democracy protests, with elec

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