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Board Rules Palestinian Activist Khalil Can Be Deported

The Board of Immigration Appeals ruled that Mahmoud Khalil, a former Columbia University student targeted for his Palestinian activism, can be deported. The ruling came in response to an appeal of his earlier removal order which would have sent him to Syria or Algeria. Khalil's legal team argues the

Apr 10, 2:33 PM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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PoliticsElections

Harris Hints at 2028 Run Amid Mixed Democratic Support

Former Vice President Kamala Harris told African American activists on Friday that she is actively considering another presidential bid after chants of 'run again!' filled the room at the National Action Network's annual convention in New York City. 'I might. I am thinking about it,' Harris told Rev

Apr 10, 12:05 PM ET Est. Read: 4 Mins

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PoliticsGovernment

White House Warns Staff on Prediction Markets

The White House issued a warning to its staff last month against leveraging their positions to place bets on prediction markets using nonpublic information. According to multiple reports, the email was sent on March 24, following President Donald Trump's announcement of a five-day pause in some Iran

Apr 10, 12:05 PM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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Scandal

Mandelson Faces £300 Fine for Public Urination

Peter Mandelson is facing a potential fine of up to £300 for public urination in Notting Hill, west London, following an incident last November. According to the Kensington and Chelsea council, they are looking to issue a fixed penalty notice but have been unable to find a suitable address for Mande

Apr 10, 12:04 PM ET·1 min read

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Diplomacy

Díaz-Canel Rejects US Resignation Calls

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel has firmly rejected calls from the United States to resign, asserting his country's sovereignty during an interview with NBC News. In his first television interview with an American broadcaster, Díaz-Canel stated that 'stepping down is not part of our vocabulary' an

Apr 10, 9:47 AM ET·2 min read

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Government

Judge Orders Pentagon to Restore Full Press Access

U.S. District Judge Paul Friedman ruled on Thursday that the Defense Department is violating his earlier order to restore access to the Pentagon for reporters. The ruling comes as a setback in the administration's efforts to impede journalists' work. The judge sided with The New York Times for th

Apr 9, 10:39 PM ET·2 min read

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Immigration

Judge Rules Visa Cancellation Unlawful

A federal judge ruled that U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) unlawfully canceled the visa of Kseniia Petrova, a Russian-born scientist researching advanced imaging technology at Harvard University. According to UPI , Judge Christina Reiss stated that CBP had no authority to cancel Petrova's v

Apr 9, 6:11 PM ET·2 min read

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Energy

Sheinbaum Shifts on Fracking to Boost Mexico's Gas Output

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has signaled a significant shift in her position on hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, according to multiple reports. During her regular morning press conference, Sheinbaum acknowledged that new technologies make the extraction method less environmentally harmful

Apr 9, 6:11 PM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Mamdani and Menin Clash Over NYC Budget

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and City Council Speaker Julie Menin remain at odds over the city's budget, with tensions escalating as they present competing proposals. The mayor insists he needs approval from Albany to tax the wealthy and corporations to close his budget gap, threatening to rai

Apr 9, 4:01 PM ET·4 min read

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Elections

India Begins State Elections Amid Fuel Shortages

Millions of Indians voted on Thursday in the first phase of state elections across Assam , Kerala , and the federally administered territory of Puducherry . These elections, which will continue through April with voting in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu later this month, are closely watched as a gauge o

Apr 9, 4:01 PM ET·2 min read

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Scandal

Melania Trump Denies Epstein Ties in White House Address

First Lady Melania Trump addressed rumors linking her to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein during a rare White House speech on April 9, 2025. She vehemently denied any relationship with Epstein or his associate Ghislaine Maxwell, calling the claims defamatory lies that need to stop. The address

Apr 9, 4:01 PM ET·4 min read

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Legislation

House Rejects Iran War Resolution

The U.S. House of Representatives narrowly defeated a Democratic-led resolution on April 16, 2024, aiming to stop the war against Iran until hostilities are authorized by Congress. The vote was almost exclusively along party lines, with every Republican except one opposing the resolution and one Dem

Apr 9, 1:47 PM ET·4 min read

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Diplomacy

Clooney Calls Trump's Iran Rhetoric War Crime

George Clooney condemned President Donald Trump's recent rhetoric toward Iran as a potential "war crime," sparking a public feud with the White House. According to multiple reports, Clooney made his comments during a speech at an event organized by the Clooney Foundation for Justice in Cuneo, Italy.

Apr 9, 1:47 PM ET·1 min read

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HumanRights

Russia's Supreme Court Labels Memorial as Extremist

Russia's Supreme Court ruled on Thursday to designate Memorial International Public Movement , a Nobel Peace Prize-winning human rights group, as an extremist organization. The ruling allows authorities to prosecute anyone who works for or shares materials published by Memorial. The court's decision

Apr 9, 11:41 AM ET·2 min read

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ImmigrationCONFLICTING REPORTS

Judge Blocks Trump Admin from Ending TPS for Ethiopians

A federal judge in Massachusetts has blocked the Trump administration's attempt to terminate temporary protected status (TPS) for Ethiopians living in the U.S., finding that the move was unlawful. According to multiple sources, Judge Brian Murphy ruled that the Department of Homeland Security disreg

Apr 9, 9:30 AM ET·2 min read

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Elections

Greens Win Seat from Reform UK in Farage's Council

Green Party leader Zack Polanski launched the party's local election campaign in Lewisham, south-east London, with a focus on housing issues. He criticized the government's record on building affordable and social housing, calling for rent controls to be introduced in the capital. The Greens are hop

Apr 9, 9:30 AM ET·2 min read

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HumanRights

Streep Criticizes Melania Trump's 'I Really Don't Care' Jacket

Actress Meryl Streep has criticized former First Lady Melania Trump 's famous 'I Really Don't Care, Do U?' jacket worn during a 2018 visit to migrant children. The comment came in an interview with Vogue's former editor-in-chief Anna Wintour for the promotion of the upcoming film The Devil Wears Pra

Apr 8, 8:03 PM ET·1 min read

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Elections

California Court Halts Sheriff's Election Ballot Probe

The California Supreme Court ordered Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco to pause his investigation into the 2025 Proposition 50 election ballots on Wednesday. The court's decision comes amid a legal challenge from California Attorney General Rob Bonta, who argued that Bianco's actions were destabi

Apr 8, 5:23 PM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Iowa's LGBTQ+ Book Ban Upheld by Appeals Court

An appeals court has overturned lower court blocks on Iowa's law restricting LGBTQ+ topics in K-6 classrooms and banning certain books, allowing the state to enforce the measure while legal challenges continue. The decision by the U.S. Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals vacates a federal judge's temp

Apr 8, 2:56 PM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

DeSantis Signs Florida Terror Designation Law

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed House Bill 1471 into law on Monday, authorizing state officials to designate certain groups as domestic or foreign terrorist organizations. The measure also prohibits Florida courts from enforcing provisions of religious or foreign laws that conflict with federal

Apr 8, 12:24 PM ET·2 min read

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Diplomacy

Trump Criticizes NATO After Meeting With Rutte

President Donald Trump criticized NATO following a meeting with Secretary-General Mark Rutte at the White House, expressing dissatisfaction over NATO's lack of support during the Iran war and suggesting potential withdrawal from the alliance. According to multiple reports, Trump's frustration extend

Apr 8, 12:24 PM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Bondi Skips Epstein Deposition; DOJ, Lawmakers Clash

Former Attorney General Pam Bondi will not testify before the House Oversight Committee on April 14 regarding Jeffrey Epstein's case. According to multiple reports, the Department of Justice (DOJ) stated that Bondi is no longer required to testify as she is no longer serving as Attorney General. The

Apr 8, 12:24 PM ET·3 min read

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Legislation

Blanche Defends Trump's Right to Influence Investigations

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche defended President Donald Trump's right to influence federal investigations, including those targeting his political foes. During a press conference on Tuesday, Blanche dismissed concerns that the Justice Department (DOJ) has been improperly targeting Trump's opp

Apr 8, 4:55 AM ET·2 min read

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Immigration

Judge Blocks Deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia

U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis in Maryland blocked the Trump administration's attempt to deport Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Liberia, using a procedural order to criticize the Justice Department for trying to dictate court proceedings. According to Fox News , Judge Xinis rejected the government's demand

Apr 8, 12:32 AM ET·2 min read

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Politics

Board Rules Palestinian Activist Khalil Can Be Deported

Harris Hints at 2028 Run Amid Mixed Democratic Support