Articles for category: News, Politics

Govind Tekale

Donald Trump speaking at CPAC in Washington D.C. on February 10, 2011. Photo Credit: Gage Skidmore (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Trump’s U-Turn on Drug Policy: Former President Endorses Florida’s Recreational Marijuana Amendment 3

The 2024 electoral landscape in Florida took a surprising turn with former President Donald Trump’s endorsement of Amendment 3, a proposed constitutional amendment aimed at legalizing recreational marijuana for adults. Announced through his platform, Truth Social, Trump’s support has raised eyebrows, particularly given his historically stringent stance on drug policies. As Florida residents prepare to ...

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Michel Barnier

Barnier, France’s Oldest-Ever Prime Minister at 73, Appointed by Macron to Tackle the 2025 Budget Amidst Fierce Political Divisions

In a move that reflects the deep political fractures currently engulfing France, President Emmanuel Macron has appointed Michel Barnier, a veteran of French politics and former EU Brexit negotiator, as the new Prime Minister. The decision comes after more than 50 days of political paralysis following a snap parliamentary election in June, which resulted in ...

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Pope Francis

87-Year-Old Pope Francis Embarks on 12-Day, 32,000 km Journey Amid Health Struggles: Can He Tackle Climate Crisis and Poverty Together?

As the world watched with a mix of anticipation and concern, Pope Francis, the 87-year-old leader of the Catholic Church, embarked on what is undoubtedly his most challenging apostolic journey yet. Beginning on September 2, 2024, this 12-day tour will take him to Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, East Timor, and Singapore, covering approximately 32,000 kilometres. ...

Sunita Somvanshi

Bitcoin ATM in Convenience Store? Time to Sell All Your Crypto Currency

Bitcoin ATM Scams Soar, Costing U.S. Citizens Over $110 Million in 2023—Seniors Are the Prime Targets

A concerning rise in cryptocurrency scams has been observed, particularly those involving Bitcoin ATMs, with older adults increasingly being targeted. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), losses from these scams reached over $110 million in 2023, a figure that has increased nearly tenfold compared to the $12 million reported in 2020. The increasing accessibility ...

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Barry Stanton’s X Account Banned

Barry Stanton’s 200K-Follower X Account Banned Following Widespread Backlash Over Racist Posts Targeting Indians

X has imposed a ban on Barry Stanton’s account following racist posts against Indians. Stanton used a verified account with 180,000 followers to spread hate, featuring several derogatory remarks and racist cartoons targeting Indians. These posts depicted Indians engaging in open defecation and discussed ways to keep Indians away from Western countries. The posts went ...

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Maya Moore player receives golden shoe. Photo Source : MinnesotaLynx (Twitter/X)

Maya Moore’s No. 23 Jersey Retirement Seals a Legacy of 4 WNBA Championships and 1 MVP Honor with the Minnesota Lynx

Maya Moore became the fourth Minnesota Lynx player to have her jersey retired on Saturday, joining an exclusive group of WNBA legends, including Lindsay Whalen, Rebekkah Brunson, and Seimone Augustus. Moore’s No. 23 jersey now stands alongside those of her teammates, all of whom have been immortalized in Lynx history. In addition to her jersey ...