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Jul 16 2025POLITICS

Los Angeles Sees Military Drawdown Amid Protests and Wildfire Concerns

The military presence in Los Angeles is being scaled back. The Pentagon announced that 2, 000 National Guardsmen will be pulled out of their current mission. This comes after nearly 4, 700 Guardsmen and active-duty Marines were sent to the city to safeguard federal buildings during ICE protests. The decision to reduce troops was made as the situation in Los Angeles ...

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Jul 12 2025POLITICS

A Worker's Tragic Fall During Immigration Raid

In California, a farm worker faced a terrible accident during a recent immigration raid. The worker, who was not targeted by the authorities, climbed onto a greenhouse roof and fell about 30 feet. The worker was rushed to the hospital in critical condition. The United Farm Workers union initially reported the worker had died, but later reports clarified the worker wa...

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Jul 06 2025POLITICS

July 4th: A Day of Arrests and Protests

On a day meant for celebration, federal agents were busy. U. S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) carried out raids in Southern California. Over 1, 600 people have been detained for deportation. The raids continued even on July 4th, a day meant for celebration. In West Hollywood, ICE agents in bulletproof vests raided the Santa Palm Car Wash. Two longtime em...

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Jul 06 2025POLITICS

Turkey's Political Tensions Rise as Mayors Face Detention

Turkey is witnessing a surge in political tensions as authorities detain more mayors from the main opposition party, the Republican People's Party (CHP). The latest crackdown saw the detention of Adana Mayor Zeydan Karalar and Adıyaman Mayor Abdurrahman Tutdere. Soon after, Antalya Mayor Muhittin Böcek was also taken into custody. CHP Deputy Chairman Burhanettin Bulu...

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Jul 02 2025POLITICS

Columbia University in the Spotlight: Antisemitism Concerns and Leadership Under Fire

Columbia University is facing serious questions about how its leaders handled concerns over antisemitism on campus. The House Education Committee is looking into messages from university officials that seemed to dismiss fears about growing antisemitic sentiment. Republicans in Congress want answers. They sent a letter to Columbia's acting president, Claire Shipman, ...

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Jul 02 2025POLITICS

Venice Protests: Wealth and Weddings Under Scrutiny

Venice recently saw a mix of celebration and protest as Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez celebrated their wedding. While the couple enjoyed their lavish event, a few hundred protesters gathered to voice their discontent. Their main message? They wanted Bezos to leave their city. The protesters chanted slogans and carried signs, some even featuring Shrek-themed designs, ...

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Jul 01 2025POLITICS

Thailand's Prime Minister Faces Suspension Amid Controversy

In a surprising turn of events, Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is now on temporary leave from her duties. This comes after a court decided to look into a phone call she had with a Cambodian leader that was leaked to the public. The court's decision was unanimous, and they gave Paetongtarn 15 days to present her side of the story. This all started w...

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Jun 30 2025CELEBRITIES

Charlize Theron Calls Out Jeff Bezos' Lavish Wedding

Charlize Theron didn't hold back while hosting her charity event. She joked about not being invited to Jeff Bezos' $50 million wedding. She said, "They suck and we're cool. " But then she got serious. She talked about big problems in the world. She mentioned how bad things are getting for immigrants, women, and LGBTQ+ people. Theron didn't stop there. She said, "Yea...

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Jun 30 2025POLITICS

Venice's Billionaire Wedding Sparks Debate on Inequality

In Venice, a city known for its charm and history, a big event is happening. Jeff Bezos, the wealthy founder of Amazon, is getting married to Lauren Sanchez. This wedding has caught the attention of many people, not just for the celebration, but for what it represents. Activists in Venice are not happy about the wedding. They see it as a symbol of the growing gap be...

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Jun 29 2025POLITICS

Belgrade's Streets: A Clash of Views and Violence

In the heart of Belgrade, a tense standoff unfolded between protesters and authorities. The city's streets became a battleground as anti-government demonstrators faced off against those supporting President Vučić. The confrontation lasted until late in the evening, with both sides showing no signs of backing down. Police were out in full force, surrounding key gover...

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