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Mar 15 2025POLITICS

Texas Oil Bash: Big Oil's Party Under Trump

The oil industry's biggest gathering in Texas was a mix of celebration and worry. The event, held in Houston, saw industry leaders boasting about their influence and the Trump administration's support for increased energy production. The mood was upbeat, with executives praising Trump's pol

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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 2025POLITICS

Standing Up for Mahmoud: A Protest at Trump Tower

In the heart of New York City, a powerful demonstration unfolded at Trump Tower. Hundreds of protesters gathered to demand the release of Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist who was detained by federal immigration agents. The protest, organized by Jewish Voice for Peace, aimed to raise awareness

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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

Standing Up for Mahmoud: Protests Erupt for Palestinian Activist

Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist and Columbia University graduate, has sparked a wave of protests across the United States. People are rallying to demand his release. Khalil was arrested at his apartment by federal immigration agents. They claimed his student visa was being revoked. This is de

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Mar 11 2025POLITICS

Green Card Holder Arrested: A Shift in Deportation Focus

A recent event has brought attention to a change in deportation policies. A person with a green card was taken into custody. This person was involved in pro-Palestinian protests. The arrest is seen as a sign that the government is cracking down on those it views as anti-Semitic or supporters of grou

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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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