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Trump Claims He’s ‘Entitled’ to Criticize Harris, Points to Inflation Efforts: Highlights from NJ Press Conference During a press conference in Bedminster, New Jersey, former President Donald Trump reaffirmed his conviction in his entitlement to hurl personal insults at Vice President Kamala Harris. The event, initially intended to address economic issues and living expenses, soon segued into a platform for Trump to condemn both Harris and President Joe Biden’s strategies

Harris Begins Unveiling Policy Platform while Confidential Trump Campaign Material Leaked Introduction of Policy Measures by Vice President Harris Vice President Kamala Harris, in an attempt to outmaneuver the strategies of former President Donald Trump and address old points of vulnerability on her policy positions, has started drawing the outlines of how she would govern if elected in the November polls. This marks a significant departure from the norm, as

Harris Proposes Landmark Federal Ban on ‘Corporate Price-Gouging’ in Food and Groceries In an unanticipated move set to shake the foundations of the food industry, Vice President Kamala Harris has announced plans to propose the first-ever federal ban on “corporate price-gouging” in the food and grocery sectors. A Bold Attempt to Regulate Grocery Costs Harris’s proposition comes as part of a broader effort to respond to residents’ growing frustration with

Columbia President Nemat Shafik Resigns Amid Ongoing Campus Turmoil Resignation Amid Rising Tensions The President of Columbia University, Nemat Shafik, resigned from her position on Wednesday amid extended controversy regarding her response to pro-Palestinian demonstrations and concerns about her management among deeply polarized campus factions. She has become the third Ivy League university leader resigning after problematic testimonies to Congress about antisemitism on campuses within approximately an eight month time

Columbia University President Minouche Shafik Resigns Post Campus Protest Nemat Shafik announces resignation amidst backlash arising from campus protests Columbia University President, Nemat “Minouche” Shafik, is stepping down following months of protests over the Israel-Hamas war that left the campus in turmoil. An Egyptian-born economist and former high-ranking official at the World Bank, IMF and Bank of England, Shafik announced her resignation in an open letter to the Columbia community.

US sanctions $20bn Arms Sale to Israel Amidst Ongoing Israel-Gaza Conflict Massive Arms Deal In a significant development in the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict, the United States government has approved a colossal sale of military equipment to Israel, totaling approximately $20bn. This includes combat-proven fighter jets, tank cartridges, explosive mortar cartridges, and army vehicles, announced in a statement by the Pentagon. Stepping up its role as Israel’s most significant ally and

Biden Administration Approves $20 Billion in Arms Sales to Israel In an unprecedented move, the Biden administration has approved a massive $20 billion arms and aircraft sale to Israel. This is amid intense concerns about the escalating conflicts in the tumultuous Middle East region. Details of the Sale This significant transaction, long-awaited since April, includes the sale of up to 50 F-15 fighter jets, up to 30 Advanced Medium Range

Federal Agents Seize Over 2,300 Pounds of Meth Hidden in Celery at Georgia Farmers Market Hidden Green: A Drug Bust for the Record Books On a seemingly ordinary day at a farmers market in Atlanta, federal agents discovered an illicit surprise. More than 2,300 pounds of methamphetamine was found cleverly concealed within a cargo of celery. The undercover operation, led by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), resulted in one

Georgia Authorities Tighten Online Access Amidst Back to School Preparations Location Restrictions Imposed on Local News Websites In a surprising move, Georgia authorities have begun imposing restrictions on access to local news websites for users located outside of the United States. The unavailability has reportedly affected several consumers, resulting in widespread confusion and frustration. Code Error 451: Unavailable for Legal Reasons Users attempting to access the restricted websites are greeted

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Blocked from New York Presidential Ballot Failed Residency Claims Led to Kennedy’s Disqualification Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a well-known independent candidate in the upcoming presidential election, was blocked from appearing on the New York ballot due to a judge’s ruling on Monday. Kennedy’s status was contested due to incorrect residency declarations. This ruling was championed by New York Justice Christina Ryba from Albany, who established that