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Feb 02 2025POLITICS

How A Train Station Disaster Stood Up Against The Country's Leader

Eleven months ago, the reconstruction of a train station canopy in Serbia could not stand in the strike of time. On November 1, 2024, a reconstruction that was supposed to last for many years has failed. The entire roof collapsed at the Novi Sad station before its eye. Economic historian, Aleksanda

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Jan 31 2025POLITICS

The Shifting Ground in Gaza: A Refugee Crisis

A major change has hit the ground in Gaza. Israel has taken a hard stance. It has decided to not play nice with the UN agency that helps Palestinian refugees, known as UNRWA. An Israeli diplomat, Danny Danon, announced that Israel will no longer work with the UNRWA. They want the UN agency to shut d

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Jan 29 2025POLITICS

Goma in Crisis: A City's Struggle Under Rebel Rule

Imagine a bustling city, known for its trade and as a refuge for many, suddenly thrown into chaos. That's what's happening in Goma, eastern Congo. A rebel group called M23, supported by Rwanda, has seized control. This isn't just any battle; it's a fight over a vital hub in the region. Hospitals are

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Jan 27 2025POLITICS

Protests Turn Deadly in Lebanon as Israeli Forces Delay Withdrawal

On Sunday, tension in southern Lebanon boiled over into violence. At least three people lost their lives and over 40 others were hurt when Israeli forces opened fire on protesters. These demonstrators, some waving Hezbollah flags, were trying to enter border villages. Their goal? To protest Israel's

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Jan 26 2025POLITICS

Elon Musk Surprises at AfD Launch as Germany Protests Far-Right

American billionaire Elon Musk made a sudden appearance at the launch event of Germany’s far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD). The gathering took place in Halle, a city in eastern Germany, drawing around 4, 500 supporters. Musk praised the party, calling it Germany's "best hope" for the upc

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Jan 21 2025CRIME

A Volunteer's Tragic Crime: The Story of a Junior Doctor's Murder

In the bustling city of Kolkata, a shocking event took place that sent waves of anger and sadness across India. A junior doctor was found dead in a classroom at the state-run R G Kar Medical College and Hospital. The discovery was made on August 9, leaving her colleagues and family devastated. The c

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Jan 19 2025POLITICS

Thousands March in D. C. Before Trump's Inauguration

Just days before Donald Trump was set to take office again, thousands of people from across the U. S. gathered in Washington, D. C. to march for women's reproductive rights and other causes they feel are threatened by the incoming administration. This wasn't the first time such a march had happened;

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Jan 19 2025POLITICS

Trump Returns to Washington: A Second Inauguration

Donald Trump made his way to Washington, D. C. , for his second presidential inauguration. He flew on a military plane, a courtesy usually extended by the outgoing administration. This time, it's because Trump is taking power again. The journey was different from his first inauguration eight years a

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Retired Teachers Lead Rebellion Against Union Boss

It's election time for the United Federation of Teachers (UFT), and things are heating up. A group of teachers—both retired and in service—is trying to boot out the current president, Michael Mulgrew. They're not happy about a plan to switch their health insurance to a privatized system called Medic

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Jan 15 2025POLITICS

Mozambique's New President Faces a Divided Nation

For years, Mozambique's ruling party, Frelimo, was beloved for promising freedom from Portuguese rule and a better life. But recently, things have changed. When Daniel Chapo took office as president, the country was more discontented than ever. Many people think the recent election was unfair, and p

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