BENJAMIN HUFFMAN

Nov 23 2025POLITICS

Israel's 2026 Budget: A Rocky Road Ahead

In Israel, the finance minister, Bezalel Smotrich, is set to discuss the 2026 budget with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. This budget includes plans to boost the economy and tackle rising living costs. The budget is expected to be presented to the cabinet on December 4th. However, approval by the end of the year seems unlikely. Israeli law requires the budget to ...

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Nov 23 2025POLITICS

Israel's Budget Showdown: A Test of Leadership

Israel is in the middle of a tough money fight. The finance minister, Bezalel Smotrich, is set to talk about the 2026 budget with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. This isn't just any talk. It's a big deal that could change things. Smotrich has plans to help the economy and make life cheaper for people. But the government is split on many things. The war in Gaza, t...

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Nov 23 2025POLITICS

Gaza Talks Resume as Tensions Flare

In Cairo, a Hamas group is meeting with mediators to talk about the shaky Gaza ceasefire. Both Israel and Hamas blame each other for breaking the agreement. Egypt, Qatar, and the U. S. have been trying to keep the peace since the ceasefire started last month. Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said their military killed five big Hamas leaders on Saturday. Th...

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Nov 21 2025FINANCE

Live Nation Stock: A Smart Buy Despite Recent Slump?

Live Nation Entertainment has caught the attention of Deutsche Bank, which remains optimistic about its prospects. The bank has kept its buy rating on the stock, although it has slightly lowered its price target from $173 to $160 per share. This new target still suggests a potential upside of around 23%. The stock has not performed well this year, with gains of less...

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Nov 17 2025POLITICS

Israel's Netanyahu Stands Firm Against Palestinian State Amid Rising Tensions

In a bold move, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared his unwavering opposition to the creation of a Palestinian state. This stance comes just before the U. N. Security Council is set to vote on a U. S. -proposed resolution regarding Gaza, which hints at the possibility of Palestinian independence. Netanyahu has consistently argued that establishing...

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Nov 16 2025POLITICS

Celebrating America's Unity Through Shared Beliefs

America is about to turn 250 years old. That's a big deal! But right now, the country feels more divided than ever. People argue about everything. It's easy to forget what brings us together. Maybe this birthday is a chance to focus on unity instead of division. Think about the Declaration of Independence. It starts with a famous sentence: "We hold these truths to b...

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Nov 16 2025POLITICS

Israel's Leader: No Palestinian State, Ever

Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel's prime minister, had a lot to say during a recent cabinet meeting. He tackled some pretty big issues, like security and diplomacy. He also addressed criticism from both inside and outside his political party, Likud. Netanyahu made it clear that he's the boss when it comes to making decisions about security. He said that these matters shou...

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Nov 16 2025CRIME

A Rochester Man's Repeated Thefts Raise Concerns

A 21-year-old man from Rochester, Bill Gum Benjamin, is back in trouble with the law. This time, he's been convicted of stealing money from another person. Court papers say he scared the victim into taking out cash from ATMs and then took it. The victim, who didn't want to give Benjamin any more money, felt forced to do so. Benjamin even grabbed the victim's shirt to...

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Nov 16 2025POLITICS

GOP's Antisemitism Problem: A Growing Concern

The Republican Party is facing a serious issue: antisemitism is on the rise, especially among younger voters. This problem came to light when Tucker Carlson interviewed Nick Fuentes, a well-known figure with racist, misogynistic, and antisemitic views. Carlson's silence during Fuentes' hateful remarks was concerning, especially since Carlson is a mainstream figure. ...

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Nov 15 2025POLITICS

Violence and Control in the West Bank: A Growing Crisis

In the West Bank, violence and displacement are on the rise, particularly during the olive harvest season. On October 10, Palestinians in Beita were attacked while picking olives, resulting in 20 injuries. Just nine days later, a 53-year-old woman was beaten unconscious by a masked settler in Turmus Aya. The violence continued on October 25, when a 65-year-old man wa...

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