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Apr 16 2026WEATHER

New Jersey braces for storms, heat, and a sudden cold snap

Tonight, northern New Jersey could see some rough weather after 7 p. m. , with isolated thunderstorms packing strong winds and hail. These storms aren’t expected to blanket the whole state—just a few scattered cells popping up before midnight. On Thursday, the heat returns, pushing temperatures into

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Apr 16 2026POLITICS

Chinese artist under fire for old jokes

A Chinese artist known for poking fun at Mao Zedong is now staring down a prison sentence under a law that didn’t even exist when his controversial pieces were made. Sources report Gao Zhen was quietly tried in late March for “dishonoring national heroes and martyrs. ” Critics say this charge flips

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Apr 16 2026POLITICS

World Cup Security Faces Delays as US Government Stumbles

The upcoming World Cup is causing headaches for US security teams—not because of the event itself, but because of a budget battle halfway across the continent. The government finally released $625 million for tournament security, but months of political gridlock have left teams scrambling to catch u

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Apr 16 2026CRIME

Hunting for answers in cartel territory

Raúl Servín keeps searching, even after eight long years. Every Tuesday, the Guadalajara man loads his van with tools, supplies, and a few volunteers. Their mission? To dig through sun-scorched land where bodies may lie hidden by cartel violence. Servín isn’t just looking for his own missing son—he’

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Apr 16 2026POLITICS

Israel and Lebanon edge closer to a truce while tensions stay high

As southern Lebanon braces for another round of fighting, the Israeli military has redoubled its attacks on Hezbollah positions in the town of Bint Jbeil. The strikes come even as negotiators from both sides whisper about a possible ceasefire, a move that would mark the first serious peace talks bet

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Apr 15 2026WEATHER

Storms Hit North Jersey, Wind Threat Looms

The National Weather Service warns that isolated thunderstorms could appear across North Jersey, especially in Sussex, Warren, Morris and Passaic counties. The most intense weather is likely to focus on this northern region, but the danger can stretch along I‑95. Areas south of New York City—includi

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Apr 15 2026CRIME

How Activism and Accusations Collide in Mexico’s Drug War

A leading human rights campaigner in Mexico now faces U. S. sanctions after Washington accused him of secretly working for a major drug cartel. Raymundo Ramos, known for publicizing military abuses in the violent border city of Nuevo Laredo, has been labeled by American officials as a cartel-linked

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Apr 14 2026POLITICS

Hungary Votes Out Its Longtime Leader

Viktor Orbán, Hungary’s prime minister for over a decade, once seemed unstoppable. He won elections easily, called liberal democracy outdated years before others, and shaped Hungary’s direction with ease. But Sunday’s vote proved his winning streak wasn’t forever. A new opposition party, led by Pete

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Apr 14 2026POLITICS

Hungary’s New Leader Pushes for Big Changes After Big Win

Hungary just flipped the script after 16 years of one-party rule. The Tisza party, a center-right group barely on the radar a year ago, stormed into power with a clear message: enough of the old ways. Their leader, Peter Magyar, isn’t wasting time. He’s already talking about rewriting the constituti

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Hungary Votes Against a Foreign Campaign, Leaving Vance Confused

In Hungary’s most recent election, the country’s people turned out in record numbers, with 78 % of voters going to the polls. This high turnout marked a historic peak for Hungary since it left communism behind. The result was a shock to many, including Vice President J. D. Vance of the United State

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