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Mar 24 2025POLITICS

The Unseen Struggle: A Student Activist's Fight for Freedom

Activism can be a dangerous game, especially when it involves politics and powerful nations. Mahmoud Khalil, a graduate from Columbia University, found this out the hard way. He's a pro-Palestinian activist who has been accused of hiding information on his green card application. The Trump administr

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Mar 24 2025POLITICS

Turkey's Internet Freedom Fight: A Clash of Rights

Turkey is currently in the midst of a significant political and social upheaval. The country's president has recently ordered the imprisonment of his main political opponent. This move has sparked massive protests across Turkey. The situation has escalated further with a major social media company,

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Mar 23 2025POLITICS

Turkey's Turmoil: The Jailing of Istanbul's Popular Mayor

A significant political event unfolded in Turkey as Ekrem İmamoğlu, the mayor of Istanbul, was arrested. This happened on the very day he was likely to be nominated as a presidential candidate by his party. The charges against him include leading a criminal organization, bribery, misconduct, and cor

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Mar 23 2025BUSINESS

Tesla's Stock Rollercoaster: Musk's Plea to Employees

Tesla's stock has taken a significant hit over the past couple of months, dropping by over 40% of its value. This decline has coincided with Elon Musk's time in Washington, D. C. The company has faced global protests and campaigns against Musk and his involvement in the Trump administration. Unfortu

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Mar 23 2025POLITICS

Turkey's Political Turmoil: Mayor's Arrest Sparks Massive Protests

In Turkey, a significant political storm has erupted. The arrest of Ekrem Imamoglu, the mayor of Istanbul, has ignited widespread protests across the country. Imamoglu, a prominent figure in the opposition, faces serious allegations. Prosecutors want him formally arrested for corruption and ties to

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Mar 23 2025POLITICS

Student Activist Faces Deportation Threat

A student activist, Momodou Taal, is in a tough spot. He is a Ph. D. student at a well-known university. He is also a dual citizen of the United Kingdom and Gambia. Taal has been living in the U. S. with a visa. He has been admitted into the country multiple times without any issues. However, things

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Mar 22 2025POLITICS

Turkey's Political Tensions Spark Massive Protests

Turkey is in the middle of a political storm. The spark? The detention of Istanbul's mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu. This move has ignited widespread protests across the country. The Interior Ministry reported that 343 individuals were detained during these overnight demonstrations. These protests happened i

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Mar 22 2025POLITICS

Student's Stand Against Trump's Orders Leads to Deportation Fears

Momodou Taal is a PhD student at Cornell University, studying Africana Studies. He is originally from the UK and Gambia, and he is in the US on a student visa. He has been vocal in his support for pro-Palestinian protests, which has landed him in hot water. In 2024, Taal was suspended twice from Co

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Mar 22 2025CRIME

Hate Symbol Sprayed on Tesla Cybertruck in NYC

New York City Police are on the hunt for two individuals who vandalized a Tesla Cybertruck. The incident happened in downtown Manhattan. It took place on March 6 around 10 p. m. The two suspects, who wore masks, sprayed a red swastika on the vehicle. This was near the intersection of Rivington and

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Mar 22 2025POLITICS

Student Activist Faces Deportation After Challenging Trump's Orders

A PhD student at Cornell University recently took legal action against the Trump administration. Momodou Taal, a dual citizen of the UK and Gambia, is one of three students suing to stop Trump's orders targeting foreign students accused of "antisemitism. " Taal is pursuing a PhD in Africana Studies

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