Category: World
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M23 Rebels, Backed by Rwanda, Capture Key Town in Eastern DR Congo
Rwanda-backed M23 rebels have seized control of the town of Masisi, a strategic location in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), on January 4, 2025. Masisi, with a population of around 40,000, lies 80 kilometers north of Goma, the capital of North Kivu province, and is known for its agricultural, livestock, and mineral resources. Since…
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Judges Deny Jan. 6 Defendants’ Requests to Attend Trump’s Inauguration
Several individuals charged in the Jan. 6 Capitol attack have asked courts for permission to attend Donald Trump’s upcoming inauguration, but their requests have been met with mixed outcomes. Trump, who has repeatedly vowed to pardon those involved in the attack, has described them as “patriots” and “hostages.” One such defendant, Russell Taylor, sought approval…
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Hanoi Struggles with Severe Air Pollution; Government Pushes for Electric Vehicles to Tackle the Issue
HANOI, Jan,4 – Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, has been engulfed in thick smog in recent weeks, placing it at the top of global air pollution rankings. In response, the government has announced plans to promote electric vehicles (EVs) as a solution to the city’s worsening air quality. On Friday morning, the levels of harmful…
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Space Debris Lands Onto a Village in Kenya
On Monday afternoon, a large, glowing red object plummeted from the sky into a village in Kenya, sparking immediate attention and an investigation by the country’s space agency, as reported by local residents and the national broadcaster. The object has since been identified by the Kenya Space Agency (KSA) as a “fragment of a space…
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U.S. Appeals Court Rules Against FCC, Blocking Net Neutrality Rules
A U.S. appeals court ruled on Thursday that the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) does not have the legal authority to reinstate the net neutrality rules that were initially established in 2015. This ruling is a setback for the outgoing Biden administration, which had prioritized the restoration of these open internet protections. President Joe Biden had…
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On-Duty Postal Worker Fatally Stabbed to death
Two people were killed and 19 others sustained injuries when a small plane crashed into a furniture warehouse shortly after taking off from a nearby airport in Southern California on Thursday afternoon. The incident occurred in the 2300 block of Raymer Avenue in Fullerton, California, near Fullerton Municipal Airport, as reported by local police. Fullerton…
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Plane crashes into California warehouse
Two people were killed, and 19 others sustained injuries when a small plane crashed into a furniture warehouse shortly after taking off from a nearby airport in Southern California on Thursday afternoon. The incident occurred in the 2300 block of Raymer Avenue in Fullerton, California, near Fullerton Municipal Airport, as reported by local police. Fullerton…
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Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser launches a bid for governor
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser announced on Thursday that he will run for governor in 2026, signaling his intention to lead the state. “I’m running to lead the state I love because I’m dedicated to fighting for the people of Colorado,” Weiser, a Democrat, shared in a post on X. He highlighted his tenure as…
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Trump to Hold Victory Rally in Washington Before Inauguration
Donald Trump is set to hold a major rally in Washington on January 19, just one day before his inauguration as the 47th president of the United States. Dubbed the “Victory Rally,” the event will take place at the Capitol One Arena in Washington, D.C. Trump has always preferred high-energy rally events where he can…
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US Mortgage Rates Near 7%, Squeezing Homebuyers in 2025
As of January 2, the average rate on a 30-year mortgage rose to 6.91%, up from 6.85% the previous week, based on data from Freddie Mac. The Mortgage Bankers Association also reported a rise in its measure, which increased by 8 basis points to 6.97% for the period ending December 27, marking a near six-month…