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Australia's Social Media Ban for Under-16s: Early Reactions and UK Considerations

Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s, implemented three months ago, has sparked mixed reactions as experts await more data to assess its impact. Meanwhile, the UK government is considering a similar ban following a public consultation. The Australian government measures the ban'

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PoliticsDiscrimination

Smoothie King Fires Employees After Refusal to Serve Customer in Trump Hoodie

Two employees at a Smoothie King in Ann Arbor, Michigan, were fired after they refused to serve a couple because the man was wearing a hoodie with President Donald Trump's name on it. The incident, which occurred on Sunday, was captured on video by Erika Lindemyer and has since gone viral. In the

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PoliticsGovernment

DHS Investigates Border Patrol Commander for Alleged Antisemitic Remarks

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has opened an internal investigation into Gregory Bovino, a senior Border Patrol commander, following reports that he made disparaging remarks about the Jewish faith of Minnesota's top federal prosecutor during an immigration operation in the state. Accordin

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Legislation

Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration's Attempt to Halt New York City Congestion Toll

A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration's efforts to halt New York City's congestion fee, ruling that the U.S. Department of Transportation lacked the authority to unilaterally rescind approval of the $9 toll. The toll, which took effect on January 5, 2025, is meant to reduce traffi

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Scandal

'Jurassic Park' Consultant Leaves Chapman University Amid Epstein Ties

Jack Horner, a paleontologist who served as a consultant on the 'Jurassic Park' films and was formerly affiliated with Chapman University in Orange, California, has parted ways with the institution following revelations about his association with Jeffrey Epstein. The separation comes after emails b

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Scandal

Jack Schlossberg Criticizes 'Love Story' Series, Defends Aggressive Social Media Posts

Jack Schlossberg, grandson of former President John F. Kennedy and nephew of JFK Jr., has publicly criticized the 'Love Story' series about his uncle and Carolyn Bessette, calling it a "grotesque display" of someone else's life. In an interview with CBS News, he argued that executive producer Ryan M

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Media

Gayle King Signs New Contract with CBS News, Ending Speculation

Gayle King has signed a new contract with CBS News , ending months of speculation about her future at the network. The deal ensures that King will continue as co-host of 'CBS Mornings', though the specific terms and length of the agreement have not been disclosed. The 71-year-old journalist, who is

Mar 5, 3:47 AM ET·3 min read

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Elections

Democratic Reps. Al Green and Christian Menefee Head to Runoff in Texas' 18th Congressional District

Democratic Reps. Al Green and Christian Menefee will advance to a runoff election following Tuesday's primary in Texas' newly redrawn 18th Congressional District, according to projections from multiple news outlets. The race pitted two incumbents against each other after redistricting efforts merg

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Immigration

Federal Judge Considers Contempt Charges in Immigration Property Dispute

A federal judge in Minnesota held a contentious hearing on Tuesday to determine whether U.S. Attorney Daniel N. Rosen and ICE officials should be held in contempt for failing to return personal property to immigrant detainees who were ordered released. The case highlights ongoing tensions between ju

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Elections

Aaron Spencer Wins GOP Nomination for Lonoke County Sheriff Amid Murder Trial

Aaron Spencer, a father accused of killing the man who allegedly raped and abducted his teenage daughter, won the Republican primary for Lonoke County sheriff in Arkansas. According to the Arkansas Secretary of State, Spencer secured 53.5% of the vote , defeating longtime incumbent John Staley, who

Mar 5, 3:47 AM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Colorado Governor Considers Clemency for Convicted Election Clerk Tina Peters Amid Trump Pressure

Colorado Governor Jared Polis is considering granting clemency to Tina Peters, a former Mesa County clerk who was convicted of multiple charges related to election interference in the 2020 presidential election. Peters, who is currently serving a nine-year prison sentence, has become a cause célèbre

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Elections

Nepal's Rastriya Swatantra Party Leads Early Election Results

Nepal's Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), led by former rapper Balendra Shah, is leading early results in the country's first election since youth-led protests forced the previous government out of power. The RSP has harnessed support from young voters and implemented a sophisticated campaign strategy

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Scandal

Louisiana Ex-Mayor Misty Roberts Convicted of Having Sex with Minor

Former Louisiana Mayor Misty Roberts has been found guilty on two felony charges related to sexual misconduct with a minor. The conviction comes after a trial that revealed disturbing details about an incident that occurred during a pool party at her home in July 2024. The jury deliberated for les

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Security

FBI Director Kash Patel Fires Agents from Counterintelligence Unit Amid Iran Tensions

FBI Director Kash Patel fired a dozen agents last week who were part of an elite counterintelligence unit specializing in assessing threats from Iran , according to multiple sources. The firings occurred just days before the U.S. launched Operation Epic Fury, a major military operation against Iran

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Immigration

UK Home Secretary Announces Sweeping Asylum Reforms Amid Political Tensions

UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has announced sweeping reforms to the country's asylum system, marking one of the most significant changes in a generation. The new measures include making refugee status temporary and subject to review every 30 months, as well as offering financial incentives for f

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HumanRights

Khampepe Commission Postpones Ngcuka Cross-Examination; New Testimony Reveals Political Interference Allegations

The Khampepe Commission has ruled that the cross-examination of former National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) Bulelani Ngcuka will be postponed to a later date. This decision follows an argument by Ngcuka's lawyer, Rafik Bhana SC, who contended that the Calata family and other applicants la

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Legislation

Trump Announces First Attendance at White House Correspondents’ Dinner as President

President Donald Trump announced on Monday that he will attend this year's White House Correspondents’ Dinner , marking his first time attending the event as president after boycotting it for years. The dinner, set for April 25 at the Washington Hilton, is a long-standing tradition dating back to 19

Mar 5, 3:47 AM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

DHS Funding Impasse Continues as Democrats Demand Reforms Following Fatal Shootings

Senate Democrats blocked a proposal to fund the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for the third time on Thursday, as negotiations between both parties appear to have fizzled out. The agency has been shuttered for nearly three weeks, and Democrats' latest rejection of a full-year funding bill lik

Mar 5, 3:47 AM ET·2 min read

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Elections

South Africa Mourns Mosiuoa 'Terror' Lekota: Anti-Apartheid Veteran and Former Defense Minister Dies at 77

Mosiuoa 'Terror' Lekota, a prominent South African anti-apartheid veteran and former defense minister, has died at the age of 77 after a long illness. His political party, the Congress of the People (COPE), announced his passing on Wednesday. Lekota was a well-known activist against white minority

Mar 5, 3:47 AM ET·5 min read

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Government

Trump Fires Noem; Mullin Named DHS Chief

President Donald Trump has fired Kristi Noem from her position as Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), replacing her with Sen. Markwayne Mullin, R-Okla., effective March 31. The move comes amid intense scrutiny over Noem's handling of immigration enforcement tactics and a series o

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Legislation

Montana Rep. Ryan Zinke Announces Retirement from Congress

Rep. Ryan Zinke (R-Mont.) announced on Monday that he will not seek reelection, citing health concerns from injuries sustained during his career as a Navy SEAL. The decision comes as Republicans hold a narrow majority in the House, with Democrats seeing an opportunity to flip the district. Zinke,

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Legislation

Minnesota Leaders Defend Fraud Fight Amid Trump Immigration Crackdown

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison testified before the House Oversight Committee on Wednesday, defending their efforts to combat fraud while asserting that President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown has hampered their work. The Republican-led committee accused the Demo

Mar 5, 3:47 AM ET·5 min read

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Diplomacy

U.S. Government Steps In to Insure Ships in Persian Gulf Amid Escalating Tensions

President Donald Trump has announced that a U.S. government agency will step in to insure ships sailing through the Persian Gulf, aiming to maintain the "free flow of energy" amid escalating tensions and the ongoing Iran war. The administration has tapped the U.S. International Development Financ

Mar 5, 3:47 AM ET·5 min read

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Legislation

Justice Department Reverses Course to Defend Trump's Executive Orders Targeting Law Firms

The Justice Department has reversed its decision to drop appeals against four major U.S. law firms targeted by President Donald Trump's executive orders, arguing that federal judges overstepped their authority by blocking directives within presidential powers. According to court filings, the DOJ ann

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Politics

Australia's Social Media Ban for Under-16s: Early Reactions and UK Considerations

Smoothie King Fires Employees After Refusal to Serve Customer in Trump Hoodie

DHS Investigates Border Patrol Commander for Alleged Antisemitic Remarks

Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration's Attempt to Halt New York City Congestion Toll

'Jurassic Park' Consultant Leaves Chapman University Amid Epstein Ties

Jack Schlossberg Criticizes 'Love Story' Series, Defends Aggressive Social Media Posts

Gayle King Signs New Contract with CBS News, Ending Speculation

Democratic Reps. Al Green and Christian Menefee Head to Runoff in Texas' 18th Congressional District

Federal Judge Considers Contempt Charges in Immigration Property Dispute

Aaron Spencer Wins GOP Nomination for Lonoke County Sheriff Amid Murder Trial

Colorado Governor Considers Clemency for Convicted Election Clerk Tina Peters Amid Trump Pressure

Nepal's Rastriya Swatantra Party Leads Early Election Results

Louisiana Ex-Mayor Misty Roberts Convicted of Having Sex with Minor

FBI Director Kash Patel Fires Agents from Counterintelligence Unit Amid Iran Tensions

UK Home Secretary Announces Sweeping Asylum Reforms Amid Political Tensions

Khampepe Commission Postpones Ngcuka Cross-Examination; New Testimony Reveals Political Interference Allegations

Trump Announces First Attendance at White House Correspondents’ Dinner as President

DHS Funding Impasse Continues as Democrats Demand Reforms Following Fatal Shootings

South Africa Mourns Mosiuoa 'Terror' Lekota: Anti-Apartheid Veteran and Former Defense Minister Dies at 77

Trump Fires Noem; Mullin Named DHS Chief

Montana Rep. Ryan Zinke Announces Retirement from Congress

Minnesota Leaders Defend Fraud Fight Amid Trump Immigration Crackdown

U.S. Government Steps In to Insure Ships in Persian Gulf Amid Escalating Tensions

Justice Department Reverses Course to Defend Trump's Executive Orders Targeting Law Firms

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Australia's Social Media Ban for Under-16s: Early Reactions and UK Considerations

Smoothie King Fires Employees After Refusal to Serve Customer in Trump Hoodie

DHS Investigates Border Patrol Commander for Alleged Antisemitic Remarks

Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration's Attempt to Halt New York City Congestion Toll

'Jurassic Park' Consultant Leaves Chapman University Amid Epstein Ties

Jack Schlossberg Criticizes 'Love Story' Series, Defends Aggressive Social Media Posts

Gayle King Signs New Contract with CBS News, Ending Speculation

Democratic Reps. Al Green and Christian Menefee Head to Runoff in Texas' 18th Congressional District

Federal Judge Considers Contempt Charges in Immigration Property Dispute

Aaron Spencer Wins GOP Nomination for Lonoke County Sheriff Amid Murder Trial

Colorado Governor Considers Clemency for Convicted Election Clerk Tina Peters Amid Trump Pressure

Nepal's Rastriya Swatantra Party Leads Early Election Results

Louisiana Ex-Mayor Misty Roberts Convicted of Having Sex with Minor

FBI Director Kash Patel Fires Agents from Counterintelligence Unit Amid Iran Tensions

UK Home Secretary Announces Sweeping Asylum Reforms Amid Political Tensions

Khampepe Commission Postpones Ngcuka Cross-Examination; New Testimony Reveals Political Interference Allegations

Trump Announces First Attendance at White House Correspondents’ Dinner as President

DHS Funding Impasse Continues as Democrats Demand Reforms Following Fatal Shootings

South Africa Mourns Mosiuoa 'Terror' Lekota: Anti-Apartheid Veteran and Former Defense Minister Dies at 77

Trump Fires Noem; Mullin Named DHS Chief

Montana Rep. Ryan Zinke Announces Retirement from Congress

Minnesota Leaders Defend Fraud Fight Amid Trump Immigration Crackdown

U.S. Government Steps In to Insure Ships in Persian Gulf Amid Escalating Tensions

Justice Department Reverses Course to Defend Trump's Executive Orders Targeting Law Firms

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