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Mar 15 2025POLITICS

Protests Lead to Arrests: The Latest on Campus Tensions

The recent arrest of a second individual linked to pro-Palestinian protests at Columbia University has added fuel to the fire of a long-standing debate. The person in question, Leqaa Kordia, a Palestinian from the West Bank, was detained by U. S. immigration agents in Newark. Kordia's student visa h

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Mar 14 2025POLITICS

Protests and Arrests: The New Face of Campus Activism

In a surprising turn of events, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has made another arrest related to the Columbia University protests. This time, it's Leqaa Korda, a Palestinian student from the West Bank. Korda's visa had expired back in January 2022, and she was also arrested in 2024 for h

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Mar 13 2025BUSINESS

Tesla's Global Reputation Takes a Hit

Tesla, a brand that was once a shining star in the automotive world, is now facing a storm. This isn't just a small bump in the road; it's a major crisis. The company's reputation has taken a significant hit over the past few months. This isn't just happening in one country, but all over the world.

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Mar 12 2025POLITICS

Research in Jeopardy: Columbia's Medical Center Faces Funding Cuts

Researchers at Columbia University Irving Medical Center are facing a tough situation. The federal government has decided to cut $400 million in funding. This move has led to the cancellation of 232 research grants. These grants were a big part of the center's research work. The National Institutes

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Mar 12 2025POLITICS

Trouble in the Big Apple: Khalil's Deportation

Khalil, a Syrian national, was recently detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The reason? His involvement in a protest in Times Square, New York, where thousands of Hamas and Hezbollah supporters gathered. The protest was led by Columbia University Apartheid Divest, a group Khalil often

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Mar 11 2025POLITICS

Nepal's Royal Comeback: A Nation Divided

Nepal's former king, Gyanendra Shah, recently returned to a warm welcome in Kathmandu. Thousands of supporters gathered, hoping to bring back the monarchy and restore Hinduism as the state religion. The crowd chanted slogans and blocked the main entrance to the airport, causing passengers to walk to

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Mar 10 2025POLITICS

Democrats' Mixed Messages: A Stumble in the Political Arena

The Democratic Party is facing a tough time. They struggle to find a clear path forward after a tough election. The latest setback came during a big speech by President Trump. This speech was a chance for Democrats to show voters what they stand for. But, things didn't go as planned. Democ

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Mar 05 2025POLITICS

Elon Musk's Big Plans: Why People Are Protesting

Elon Musk, the billionaire CEO of Tesla, has been making waves in the government sector. He's been working closely with President Donald Trump to cut government jobs and reduce spending. This has sparked a lot of anger across North America and Europe. People are upset because they think Musk is usin

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Mar 05 2025POLITICS

Fiery Town Halls: Republicans Face Backlash Over Job Cuts

In recent weeks, Republican lawmakers have found themselves in the hot seat at town hall meetings across the country. These gatherings, meant to celebrate the Trump administration's early achievements, have instead turned into heated confrontations. The main issue? Mass firings of federal workers, e

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Mar 04 2025POLITICS

Republicans Shy Away from Face-to-Face Meetings

Republicans in Congress are being told to steer clear of in-person town halls. This advice comes after several heated encounters between lawmakers and constituents went viral. The National Republican Congressional Committee chair, Rep. Richard Hudson, suggested that there are better ways to connect

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