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Supreme Court pauses order for return of mistakenly deported Maryland man
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Monday, April 7, to block a court order requiring it to return a Maryland man, who was mistakenly deported to an El Salvador prison, to the U.S. Judge Paula Xinis rejected the administration’s efforts on Friday, April 4, to pause an order requiring the return of Kilmar… -
President Trump weighs the idea of compensation for Jan. 6 rioters
President Donald Trump said he’s considering financial compensation for pardoned defendants prosecuted in connection with the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot. He made the comments on Tuesday, March 25, during an interview with Newsmax. “Is there any talk of — cause they lost opportunity, they lost income — any kind of compensation fund or anything… -
Oscar-winning Palestinian director released after assault in West Bank
Full Story Award-winning Palestinian director Hamdan Ballal was detained and later released by the Israeli army after a group of masked settlers attacked his house in the occupied West Bank Monday, March 24. Who is Hamdan Ballal? Hamdan Ballal is one of four directors, all of whom are Israeli or Palestinian, known for the Oscar… -
Germany passes historic defense hike after years of pressure from Trump
Germany’s parliament on Tuesday, March 18, passed a major increase in defense spending, a decision that could reshape Europe’s security landscape. The move follows years of pressure from the United States, particularly under President Donald Trump, who repeatedly criticized NATO allies for not meeting defense spending targets. The legislation seeks to ease Germany’s strict borrowing… -
UN votes on dueling Ukraine resolutions as war enters 4th year
The United Nations General Assembly voted on two competing resolutions on Monday, Feb. 24, marking the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Ukraine, backed by European nations, is calling for the immediate, complete and unconditional withdrawal of Russian troops. Meanwhile, the United States pushed its own measure, which called for an end to the… -
Jan. sees 18% EV sales growth on the year, but Dec. sales still dominate
While some companies, like Toyota, expand on their electric vehicle (EV) offerings, others, like Ford, are pulling back. Newly released data from Rho Motion, an EV research house, shows that sales are growing but still fluctuating. Global sales of EVs increased in January compared to 12 months ago, jumping 18% year over year to 1.3… -
With profits surging after 2024 scandal, Toyota eyes worldwide EV investments
Full Story As Toyota’s profits recover from a scandal in 2024 that saw the company apologize for conducting falsified safety and engine power tests, it’s looking at making investments in the electric vehicle industry. The automaker has a $14 billion plant making electric vehicle batteries set to start production in North Carolina and is making… -
Israel, Hamas ceasefire deal reached, Knesset to vote Thursday: Report
After more than a year of fighting in Gaza, Israel and Hamas may finally be close to signing a ceasefire agreement. Hamas allegedly accepted a draft ceasefire agreement from Qatari mediators on the night of Tuesday, Jan. 14. The agreement called for a three-stage ceasefire, the first of which would include the release of 33… -
Rise of the right in Europe as Austria Freedom Party set to take power
After doubling their votes and winning the September 2024 election, Austria’s far right Freedom Party (FPÖ) now has a shot at governance and the chancellorship. Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen said on Monday, Jan. 6, that the FPÖ had a greenlight to try its hand at forming a coalition government after the second place… -
Biden, Trump react to reignited rebellion in Syria as Assad flees
Syrian President Bashar Assad has landed in Russia, according to state media. This comes after a swift offensive targeting Damascus forced him to flee the country on Dec. 7, ending nearly 60 years of Assad family rule in Syria. There were swift reactions from U.S. leaders, including from President-elect Donald Trump and President Joe Biden.… -
Advanced Zumwalt destroyers to host US Navy’s 1st hypersonic weapon
For years, the U.S. Navy has been hard at work seeking to salvage the design of the futuristic Zumwalt destroyers. With a hefty price tag of $7.5 billion, the destroyers were meant to replace the Arleigh-Burke class destroyers. The design was eventually abandoned, though the three finished destroyers are still operational and highly advanced. Now,… -
Federal officials review permit after bald eagle nest removed in Alabama
Federal wildlife officials are investigating the removal of a bald eagle nest in Alabama, one that they issued a permit for. The tree and nest were removed by a land developer over the weekend of Nov. 15, which locals say housed a bonded pair of the large birds. Along with the permit being investigated by… -
Forced prison labor will stay in California after ballot measure fails
Californians rejected a state ballot initiative in which would have eliminated involuntary servitude for those serving prison sentences. Nearly 54% of voters rejected Proposition 6. The Associated Press reported that 72% of the vote has been counted so far. Some residents refer to the conditions in the state’s prisons as modern-day slavery or forced labor.…
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