Tag: United States
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Historic Prisoner Swap Secures Release of Three Americans from Russia
After months of intricate negotiations involving more than six countries and two dozen prisoners, the Biden administration announced on Thursday the successful release of three American citizens from Russia. Among those freed are Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, Marine veteran Paul Whelan, and Russian-American radio journalist Alsu Kurmasheva. The three are expected to return…
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Julian Assange: A Free Man After Pleading Guilty to Espionage
Julian Assange is now a free man, having pled guilty to one charge of espionage in a United States federal court as part of a plea deal with prosecutors.
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Donald Trump Convicted of Falsifying Business Records to Cover Up Affair
Donald Trump has become the first former US president in history to be criminally convicted, following a jury’s decision that found him guilty of falsifying business records to conceal an affair. This conviction, delivered less than six months before his anticipated election rematch against President Joe Biden, opens the possibility of Trump facing jail, probation,…
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US Senate Passes Legislation to Force Sale of TikTok
In a significant move, the US Senate has passed legislation aimed at compelling TikTok’s China-based parent company to sell the popular social media platform or face a ban.
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Millions Witness Total Solar Eclipse Across North America
A total solar eclipse captivated millions across a heavily populated swath of North America as the Moon completely blocked the Sun for more than four minutes in some places. The eclipse, viewable weather permitting, started in Mexico and crossed through the United States into Canada. In Mexico, the city of Mazatlan witnessed the event, with…
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Monarch’s Battle: King Charles Confronts Cancer with Resolve and Royal Support
In the hallowed halls of Buckingham Palace, a solemn proclamation resonates: King Charles, revered monarch of the United Kingdom, faces an unexpected adversary in the form of cancer. This revelation, unveiled amidst whispers of concern, casts a shadow over the kingdom, drawing the collective gaze of its citizens. While the specifics of the diagnosis remain…
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Jury Orders Donald Trump to Pay $126 Million in Defamation Case
A jury has ordered Donald Trump to pay $126 million in defamation damages to E. Jean Carroll, who accused him of sexual assault. Trump, present during the trial, left abruptly, calling the decision “ridiculous” and vowing to appeal. This marks the second verdict within a year related to Carroll’s accusations. The jury focused on determining…
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Joe Biden Opts Out of New Hampshire Primary Ballot, Potentially Easing Impact of Poor Performance
In a surprising departure from tradition, Joe Biden has opted not to nominate for the New Hampshire primary ballot, a move strategically dissected by Annelise Nielsen, Sky News Australia’s Washington Correspondent. This unconventional decision, outlined by Nielsen, has heightened intrigue as voters in the state must now manually write in Biden’s name, potentially paving the…
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U.S. Expresses Concern over Israeli Attack on UN Training Centre in Gaza
The United States has strongly condemned the recent Israeli attack on a UN training center in Gaza’s Khan Younis, expressing deep concern over the incident. Deputy State Department spokesperson Vedant Patel emphasized the urgent need to safeguard civilians, humanitarian workers, and aid facilities, as the conflict continues to escalate in the region.