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Mar 22 2025POLITICS

The University's Big Shift: Columbia's New Deal with the Trump Administration

Columbia University has made significant changes to its policies in response to demands from the Trump administration. The goal is to restart talks about restoring $400 million in federal funding that was taken away earlier this month. This move by Columbia, one of the oldest and most respected univ

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Mar 21 2025POLITICS

Student Activist's Fight for Freedom in Louisiana Court

A student activist from Columbia University, Mahmoud Khalil, found himself in a Louisiana courtroom. This was not a typical court appearance. Khalil, a 30-year-old legal U. S. resident, was there to discuss his immigration case. He had no criminal record, but he was detained by federal immigration a

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Mar 20 2025POLITICS

Istanbul's Mayor Arrest: A Political Storm Brews

The political climate in Turkey is heating up. The government has taken a hard stance against dissent. On a recent Thursday, 37 individuals were taken into custody. Their crime? Speaking out on social media about the arrest of Istanbul's mayor, Ekrem İmamoğlu. This move has sparked widespread t

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Mar 19 2025POLITICS

Istanbul's Political Storm: Mayor's Arrest Sparks Uproar

In a sudden move, Turkish authorities detained Istanbul's mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu, along with over a hundred others. This action is part of a broader investigation into alleged corruption and ties to terrorism. The mayor, a prominent figure in the opposition, has been a thorn in the side of President

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Mar 18 2025POLITICS

Columbia University Under Fire: The Fight for Free Speech and Funding

There is a lot of tension in the world of higher education. The spotlight is on Columbia University. The reason? A mix of funding cuts and crackdowns on student protests. President Trump's administration has put the university in a tough spot. It all started with the arrest of Mahmoud Khalil. Khali

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Mar 17 2025POLITICS

Serbia's Students Stand Up

The recent protests in Serbia have a lot of people talking. It all started with a tragic accident at the Novi Sad train station. This station, built way back in 1964, was finally getting some much-needed upgrades. The upgrades were part of China's big plan, the Belt and Road initiative. This plan ai

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Mar 16 2025POLITICS

Student Activist's Arrest Sparks Nationwide Protests

The arrest of Mahmoud Khalil, a former student activist at a prestigious university, has sparked a wave of protests across the country. Khalil, who is originally from Algeria, was taken into custody by immigration authorities in the middle of the night. This move has ignited tensions between the cur

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Mar 15 2025POLITICS

Serbia's Big Stand: Students Lead Massive March for Justice

Belgrade's streets were packed with thousands of people. This wasn't a typical weekend crowd. It was a massive protest, one of the largest in recent history. People from all walks of life—farmers, bikers, military veterans, and students—came together. They were all united by one thing: anger. Anger

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Mar 15 2025POLITICS

Belgrade's Big Protest: Students Lead the Charge

Thousands of people filled the streets of Belgrade on a Saturday, marking the peak of months of protests against Serbia's President Aleksandar Vucic and his government. The city was on high alert, with public transport shut down to control the crowds. Protesters gathered at various points across the

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Mar 15 2025POLITICS

Texas Oil Bash: Big Oil's Party Under Trump

The oil industry's biggest gathering in Texas was a mix of celebration and worry. The event, held in Houston, saw industry leaders boasting about their influence and the Trump administration's support for increased energy production. The mood was upbeat, with executives praising Trump's pol

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