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Senators to be sworn in as jurors in Mayorkas impeachment trial: The Senate is still negotiating what the scope of the homeland security secretary's trial will ...
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Quick Glance: Senate's Decision on Impeachment Charges Against Mayorkas
- The Senate rejected the impeachment charges against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, halting the House Republicans' effort to impeach the Cabinet secretary over his management of the US-Mexico border.
- With Democrats contending that the articles were unconstitutional, senators voted to dismiss both impeachment charges and conclude the trial.
- Senate Republicans had called for a full impeachment trial after the House narrowly voted in February to impeach Mayorkas for his border actions.
- Republicans argued that President Joe Biden was ineffective at the border, while Democrats suggested accepting a bipartisan Senate compromise instead of impeaching Mayorkas to reduce illegal immigrants.
Johnson: Some Republicans want Speaker to have a ‘magic wand’ : House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Wednesday dismissed conservative criticism over the lack of ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4601412-johnson-some-republicans-want-speaker-to-have-a-magic-wand/
Quick Glance: Ukraine, Israel Aid Bill Advances in House
- The House has advanced a foreign aid package of $95 billion for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan, and humanitarian support with rare bipartisan support.
- Speaker Mike Johnson implemented a strategy to secure support for wartime funding, especially for Ukraine in its battle against Russia.
- President Joe Biden and even Republican presumptive presidential nominee Donald Trump have endorsed the speaker's efforts.
- To pass each bill, complex bipartisan coalitions need to be formed by Johnson due to his slim Republican majority in the House, relying on Democratic support.
US ties renewal of easing of Venezuela oil sanctions to progress on elections: The U.S. will not renew a temporary license that widely eased sanctions on ...
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Secretary Mayorkas delivered speech at ‘Cuban Day’ event hosted at the White House
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Gov’t to take steps to boost public sector savings: VP Yılmaz - Latest News: The government is working on measures to increase public sector savings ...
hurriyetdailynews.com/govt-to-take-steps-to-boost-public-sector-savings-vp-yilmaz-192608
The Jamaica Association of Principals of Secondary Schools wants the Ministry of Education to provide institutions with increased funding given the harsh ... Show more jamaica-gleaner.com/article/news/20240417/jamaica-association-principals-secondary-schools-wants-increased-funding #GLNRToday
Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra might leave the Biden administration after the general election to run for California governor in 2026 ... Show more www.politico.com/news/2024/04/09/biden-cabinet-secretary-california-governors-race-00151407
White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said that, to date, the US State Department has never found a case where Israel has violated ... Show more
Zelensky lowers draft age by two years to bolster Ukrainian army: The conscription age change – known as 9281 – was part of three measures Zelensky signed on ...
nypost.com/2024/04/03/world-news/zelensky-lowers-draft-age-two-years-to-bolster-ukrainian-army/
White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby on Tuesday stated that the attack on World Central Kitchen (WCK) aid workers was ... Show more #DawnToday
Here's what to know about dengue, as Puerto Rico declares a public health emergency
npr.org/2024/03/27/1241210938/dengue-puerto-rico-public-health-emergency-facts-disease
Colombia expels Argentine diplomats after Milei calls Petro 'terrorist': Colombia ordered the expulsion of Argentine diplomats from their embassy in the Andean ...
reuters.com/world/americas/colombia-expels-argentine-diplomats-after-milei-calls-petro-terrorist-2024-03-28/
Quick Glance: Colombia Expels Argentine Diplomats Following Controversial Remarks by Milei About Petro
- In response to Argentine President Javier Milei labeling Colombian President Gustavo Petro as a 'terrorist,' 'murderer,' and 'communist' in an interview with CNN, Colombia ordered the expulsion of Argentine diplomats from their embassy in the Andean nation.
- According to Colombia's foreign ministry, the Argentine president's comments have undermined Colombia's trust and offended the dignity of President Petro, who was democratically elected.
- Following Milei's provocative comments, Colombia recalled its ambassador to Argentina earlier this year. Petro, who is Colombia's first leftist president, has a background as a former member of the long-demobilized M-19 guerrilla movement.
- In addition to his criticism of Petro, the Libertarian Milei also targeted other regional leaders in excerpts of the interview, including Mexico's Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador.
Hunter Biden's bid to dismiss tax charges met with skepticism by Trump-appointed judge
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Quick Glance: Hunter Biden to Challenge Tax Charges as Politically Motivated
- Hunter Biden, son of U.S. President Joe Biden, unexpectedly appears at a House Oversight Committee meeting to vote on contempt of Congress charges.
- A U.S. judge expresses skepticism towards Hunter Biden's attempt to dismiss his tax evasion case on the grounds of political targeting.
- The judge questions the evidence of political pressure and doubts the influence of two IRS agents on the prosecution's decision.
- Hunter Biden pleads not guilty to tax evasion charges and faces two separate criminal cases, one involving alleged illegal gun purchase while using drugs.
U.S. to review Israeli assurances it is not violating international law: Israel has been accused of violating the laws of war in Gaza. Now it has to prove ...
washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/03/20/israel-gaza-weapons-international-law/
US Opens Extended Antitrust Review into Nippon Steel's Bid to Buy US Steel: The US Justice Department has opened an extended antitrust investigation into ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-10/nippon-steel-bid-to-buy-us-steel-gets-extended-antitrust-review
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‘Holy grail of shipwrecks’: recovery of 18th-century Spanish ship could begin in April
theguardian.com/environment/2024/mar/18/san-jose-shipwreck-recovery
Biden to announce more than $3B in infrastructure investments while in Milwaukee: President Biden will announce billions worth of new infrastructure investments ...
thehill.com/homenews/administration/4527039-biden-infrastructure-investments-reconnect-communities/
S.Korea's Yoon vows more cooperation with Britain as trade talks resume: South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol called for deeper defence ties with the United ...
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Quick Glance: S.Korea's Yoon pledges enhanced cooperation with Britain as trade talks resume
- South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol advocates for deeper defense ties with the United Kingdom while meeting the British deputy prime minister.
- The two countries have initiated a new round of trade negotiations and agreed on measures to combat digital threats to elections and democracy.
- The importance of regular '2+2' meetings between the foreign and defense ministers of both countries was emphasized to formalize cooperation in defense and security.
- The trade talks aim to strengthen trade relations and introduce new trade rules through negotiations on services, digitalization, SMEs, and Good Regulatory Practices.
Bizarre spending of taxpayers cash: State officials, agencies splurge on luxury items
nation.africa/kenya/news/bizarre-spending-of-taxpayers-cash-state-officials-agencies-splurge-on-luxury-items-4579410
Navy demoted Ronny Jackson after damning report on White House conduct: Rep. Ronny Jackson (R-Texas), a former White House physician, retired as a Navy rear ...
thehill.com/policy/defense/4516486-navy-demoted-ronny-jackson-report/
Quick Glance: Navy Demoted Ronny Jackson for White House Behavior
- Ronny Jackson, former White House physician turned GOP congressman, frequently highlights his military credentials.
- The Navy demoted Jackson in July 2022 following a damning Pentagon inspector general's report that substantiated allegations of his inappropriate behavior as a White House physician.
- Despite the demotion, Jackson continues to refer to himself as a retired rear admiral, facing significant financial consequences.
- The Pentagon inspection recommended Navy Secretary take action against Jackson for not behaving in the exemplary manner required of Navy officers.
Haiti's prime minister is stranded abroad as gangs threaten 'civil war': Haiti's embattled prime minister is in neighboring Puerto Rico, still unable to return ...
npr.org/2024/03/06/1236288645/haiti-crisis-prime-minister-henry-puerto-rico
Quick Glance: Haiti in Midst of Rebellion and Violence: Analysis
- Haiti is experiencing a surge of violence in the last week.
- It is more than just gang violence, but a rebellion against the government.
- Groups have united to overthrow the government.
- The population suffers from poverty, hunger, and violence, with an uncertain future ahead.
Taiwan's search and rescue dogs praised amid earthquake response | Taiwan News | Apr. 7, 2024 20:12
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Nigeria pauses controversial expatriate employment levy: The levy, imposed last week, has been met with widespread condemnation from the private sector.
bbc.com/news/world-africa-68521394
Biden Admin Quietly Approves 100+ Arms Sales to Israel While Claiming Concern for Civilians in Gaza
democracynow.org/2024/3/7/josh_paul_israel_gaza_war
President Tsai, AIT chair laud Taiwan Relations Act as law marks 45th anniversary - Focus Taiwan
focustaiwan.tw/politics/202404010014
Ghana's finance ministry urges president not to sign anti-LGBTQ+ bill: The ministry urges the president not to sign the draconian bill over fears the World Bank ...
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Quick Glance: Ghana could jeopardize IMF support with anti-LGBTQ bill
- An anti-LGBTQ bill in Ghana could result in a loss of $3.8 billion in World Bank financing.
- The bill could also derail a $3 billion IMF loan package, according to the finance ministry.
- The legislation will now be presented to Ghana's President for a decision.
- The United States has expressed deep concern over the bill and called for a review of its constitutionality.
A strategic plan to restore the image of the sole internationally-approved maritime education and training university in the Western Hemisphere has begun to ... Show more jamaica-gleaner.com/article/lead-stories/20240331/cmus-road-recovery #GLNRToday
Today we’re at the State Department for a screening of 20 Days in Mariupol, marking the two-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine ... Show more
Newman warns transport operators against hiking fares: President of the Transport Operators Development Sustainable Services (TODSS), Egerton Newman ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/29/newman-warns-transport-operators-against-hiking-fares/
"Department of Life": Trump allies plot abortion crackdown for second term
axios.com/2024/03/02/heritage-foundation-trump-allies-abortion
'I take full responsibility': Defense Secretary Austin says he should have disclosed medical issues
abcnews.go.com/Politics/totally-unacceptable-house-republicans-hammer-defense-secretary-austin/story
Quick Glance: Defense Secretary Austin Admits Secret Hospitalizations Before House Panel
- House Republicans demand answers on Defense Secretary Austin's secret hospital stays.
- Austin admits 'breakdown in notifications' and takes full responsibility before the committee.
- Austin acknowledges the need to inform the president and public about his cancer diagnosis.
- Internal Pentagon review finds no ill intent in keeping Austin's hospitalization private.
Former US president calls for greater collaboration among countries in the Americas
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/26/former-us-president-calls-greater-collaboration-among-countries-americas/
GOP impeachment investigators subpoena DOJ for Biden classified docs records: House Republicans want any records related to Special Counsel Robert Hur's ...
politico.com/live-updates/2024/02/27/congress/gop-subpoenas-doj-00143624
White House Unveils Executive Order to Boost Women’s Health: The Biden administration is rolling out an executive order to strengthen women’s health research ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-18/white-house-unveils-executive-order-to-boost-women-s-health
Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Biden to Sign Decree Advancing Women's Health Research
- President Joe Biden is expected to sign a decree aimed at advancing women's health research by strengthening data collection and providing better funding opportunities for biomedical research.
- The decree aims to address inequalities in medical research between women and men, particularly for illnesses more common in women.
- The decree not only seeks to improve health research but also has political implications, as women are crucial to Biden's reelection efforts.
- The National Institutes of Health are also launching a new initiative around menopause and the treatment of symptoms to identify and close research gaps.
CityLab Daily: Why the White House’s Office-to-Housing Program Isn’t Working: Also today: Munich is having a fight about skyscrapers, and Lagos opens new rail ...
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-02-29/citylab-daily-why-the-white-house-s-office-to-housing-program-isn-t-working
NYC realtor and firm hit with $845K settlement over illegal listing accusations: Mega Home real estate firm and its broker-president will pay the fine after they ...
nydailynews.com/2024/03/20/nyc-realtor-and-firm-hit-with-845k-settlement-over-illegal-listing-accusations/
Guinea's military junta dissolves government and seals borders: Ministers in the dissolved government have been ordered to surrender their passports.
bbc.com/news/world-africa-68314158
WATCH LIVE: White House holds briefing as House impeachment of DHS Secretary Mayorkas goes to Senate
Defense Department Review Clears Sec. Lloyd Austin Of Wrongdoing Over Secret Hospitalization
forbes.com/sites/saradorn/2024/02/26/defense-department-review-clears-sec-lloyd-austin-of-wrongdoing-over-secret-hospitalization/
Belarus leader Lukashenko calls for armed street patrols, warns of 'extremist' crime
reuters.com/world/europe/belarus-leader-lukashenko-calls-armed-street-patrols-warns-extremist-crime-2024-02-21/
The History That Explains Today’s Shortage of Black Midwives: Understanding the origin of this disparity is key to addressing the shortage of midwives of color ...
time.com/6727306/black-midwife-shortage-history/
ArriveCan contractor says its president joined public service after app work was complete
theglobeandmail.com/politics/article-arrivecan-contractor-says-its-president-joined-public-service-after/
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Tinubu signs executive orders to revamp oil, gas sector: The order will include the Introduction of incentives to stimulate non-associated gas projects ...
premiumtimesng.com/business/business-news/674983-tinubu-signs-executive-orders-to-revamp-oil-gas-sector.html
China's Xi Jinping summons 'new productive forces', but old questions linger
reuters.com/world/china/chinas-xi-summons-new-productive-forces-old-questions-linger-economy-2024-03-05/
The women taking on Vladimir Putin, one flower at a time: These wives and mothers of Russia's mobilised soldiers are risking the ire of Vladimir Putin and the ...
abc.net.au/news/2024-03-07/wives-and-mothers-of-mobilised-soldiers-challenge-vladimir-putin/103520022
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Europe would back Ukraine until it was ‘finally free’ as she and three other Western leaders arrived in ... Show more reut.rs/3USPRZg
Quick Glance: Ukraine Conflict: Scholz Rejects Taurus Delivery
- Chancellor Olaf Scholz rejects the delivery of Taurus cruise missiles to Ukraine to avoid Germany's involvement in the war.
- The Ukrainian army withdraws from the town of Lastotschkyne as Russian forces advance.
- A partisan group shares a video of old Russian tanks in Crimea, highlighting the use of outdated weapons.
- Russia avoids publicly addressing the anniversary of the invasion in Ukraine, according to the Institute for War Studies.
Documents reveal Abraham Lincoln pardoned Biden’s great-great-grandfather: President Biden’s great-great-grandfather got into a brawl at a Union Army camp during ...
washingtonpost.com/history/2024/02/19/abraham-lincoln-joe-biden-pardon-presidents-day/
US didn’t inform Iraq about strikes beforehand, contradicting earlier White House statement
thehill.com/policy/defense/4449764-us-iraq-strikes-state-department-white-house/
On This Day, Feb. 9: Japanese evacuate Guadalcanal in WWII - UPI.com: On Feb. 9, 1943, Japanese troops evacuated Guadalcanal, leaving it in Allied possession.
upi.com/Top_News/2023/02/09/On-This-Day-Japanese-evacuate-Guadalcanal-in-WWII/4511675905790/
South Korea summons Russian envoy over criticism of President Yoon's remarks
reuters.com/world/south-korea-summons-russian-envoy-over-criticism-president-yoons-remarks-foreign-2024-02-03/
Defense Secretary Austin says he didn't handle news of hospitalization 'right' : The remarks cap a tumultuous few weeks for Austin after it emerged that he was ...
npr.org/2024/02/01/1228363556/lloyd-austin-hospitalization
Quick Glance: Defence Secretary Apologizes for Secretive Hospital Treatment
- Lloyd Austin apologizes for concealing hospital treatment.
- Released after prostate cancer treatment, he apologizes for lack of transparency.
- Austin takes full responsibility and apologizes to his colleagues and the American people.
- He emphasizes that nobody was directed to conceal his hospital treatment.
Philippines wards off cyber attacks from China-based hackers: Hackers operating in China attempted to break into websites and e-mail systems of the Philippine's ...
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/philippines-wards-off-cyber-attacks-china-based-hackers-2024-02-05/
Inside the mission to rescue lions, 8,000-pound elephant from dilapidated Puerto Rico zoo after its closure
cbsnews.com/news/animal-rescue-at-puerto-rico-zoo-60-minutes/
Final Title IX ruling sent to White House for approval after delay: A final ruling on updates to Title IX, the federal civil rights law prohibiting sex-based ...
thehill.com/homenews/education/4446672-final-title-ix-ruling-sent-to-white-house/
Workers believed to be trapped underground at a gold mine in Turkey: ISTANBUL — A landslide hit a gold mine in eastern Turkey on Tuesday reportedly trapping at ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/02/13/workers-believed-trapped-underground-gold-mine-turkey/
Quick Glance: Turkish Mine Rescue Mission
- Landslide at Copler gold mine reported
- Major gold mine affected in Turkey
- 10 million cubic meters of earth fall on site
- Concerns arise over chemical spill and environmental crisis
Iran will reciprocate if its ships are seized, official says: DUBAI: Iran will reciprocate if its ships are seized, the legal adviser to Iran’s President told ...
arabnews.com/node/2460376/middle-east
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Quick Glance: Debt Relief for 74,000 Student Loans
- The Biden administration is canceling $5 billion in debt for 74,000 borrowers, many of whom worked in the public sector.
- 44,000 borrowers will have their education debt wiped clean after 10 years of public service.
- Almost 30,000 borrowers have worked toward repayment for at least 20 years but never received the relief they earned.
- This is the latest step after the Supreme Court struck down the White House's student loan debt relief plan last year.
Watch: Pentagon Press Secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder tells Al Arabiya English that he is not aware of any US Department of Defense investigations into Israeli ... Show more ara.tv/jgn8u
House Speaker Mike Johnson Just Had the Worst Week Ever: The House speaker who replaced Kevin McCarthy has suffered several defeats and missteps.
bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2024-02-16/house-speaker-mike-johnson-just-had-the-worst-week-ever
Trump’s White House Pharmacy Handed Out Drugs Like Candy: Report: A DOD Inspector General report found a severe lack of control over prescription medications at ...
rollingstone.com/politics/politics-news/trump-white-house-pharmacy-prescription-drugs-1234953535/
Trump’s White House Pharmacy Handed Out Drugs Like Candy: Report: A DOD Inspector General report found a severe lack of control over prescription medications at ...
rollingstone.com/politics/politics-news/trump-white-house-pharmacy-prescription-drugs-1234953535/
Ex-Puerto Rican city mayor sentenced to more than five years for bribery - UPI.com
upi.com/Top_News/US/2024/02/13/Puerto-Rican-mayor-sentenced/5881707803338/
State Department to Spyware Abusers: No US Visits for You or Your Families: The move escalates a White House campaign to punish commercial-spyware firms.
pcmag.com/news/state-department-to-spyware-abusers-no-us-visits-for-you-or-your-families
Philippines defence minister calls out China official for "gutter-level talk": The Philippines' defense secretary on Wednesday accused a Chinese foreign ministry ...
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Citing “Significant Corruption,” U.S. Bars Ex-Guatemalan President Giammattei from Entering Country
democracynow.org/2024/1/18/headlines/citing_significant_corruption_us_bars_ex_guatemalan_president_giammattei_from_entering_country
How Biden’s No-Drama Pentagon Chief Sparked a Beltway Saga : Lloyd Austin is known for avoiding the spotlight, but he has drawn scrutiny for going to the ...
wsj.com/politics/national-security/how-bidens-no-drama-pentagon-chief-created-major-drama-9f62e67b
Quick Glance: Lloyd Austin Hospitalized after Prostate Cancer Surgery
- Pentagon under fire for secrecy regarding US Defense Secretary's hospitalization.
- Austin hospitalized since January 1 with urinary tract infection after December surgery for prostate cancer.
- Pentagon's disclosure came after public criticism, revealing Austin was admitted to the hospital on December 22.
- Doctors confirm early detection of prostate cancer and excellent prognosis.
Education Dept. fast-tracks forgiveness for borrowers with smaller student loans: In a surprise move, the Biden administration announced it is fast-tracking a ...
npr.org/2024/01/12/1224265472/student-loan-forgiveness-save-plan
Quick Glance: Accelerated Student Loan Debt Relief
- The SAVE plan is crucial to President Biden's efforts to relieve student loan debt.
- The Biden administration will implement a significant change faster to erase the debts of thousands of federal student loan borrowers.
- The new provision will automatically erase the debts of individuals who borrowed less than $12,000 in federal student loans and have been in repayment for at least 10 years, as long as they first enroll in the new income-based repayment plan of the Biden administration, known as SAVE.
- This measure will help a particularly vulnerable group of federal student loan borrowers.
BREAKING: A House committee has asked Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin to testify publicly next month for his failure to disclose he was hospitalized after ... Show more abcnews.visitlink.me/ziQPjv
“They deserve to be fired”: House GOP targets federal workers who walk out over Gaza
axios.com/2024/01/14/mike-johnson-gop-federal-workers-gaza
Esper dubs Trump a ‘threat to democracy’ on Capitol riot anniversary: Mark Esper, the former U.S. Secretary of Defense, said former President Trump is a “threat ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4393651-esper-dubs-trump-a-threat-to-democracy-on-capitol-riot-anniversary/
China Rebukes Singapore for Congratulating Taiwan’s Election Victor: Beijing has reminded Singapore of its “one-China” position on Taiwan in a rare show of ...
time.com/6555889/china-rebukes-singapore-taiwan-election-congratulations/
Quick Glance: Taiwan Reports Significant Chinese Military Activity Post-Election
- Taiwan’s defence ministry detected 18 Chinese air force planes engaged in 'joint combat readiness patrols' with Chinese warships around Taiwan after the recent election.
- China, claiming Taiwan as its territory, has regularly dispatched warplanes and warships near the island to assert sovereignty claims rejected by Taipei.
- The election saw Taiwan voting for Democratic Progressive Party's Lai Ching-te as the next president, a figure labeled by Beijing as a dangerous separatist.
- On Wednesday around 7:50 p.m. (1150 GMT), Taiwan's defence ministry observed 18 aircraft, including Su-30 fighters, operating near northern and central Taiwan and the southwest of the island. Half of these planes crossed the Taiwan Strait's median line or nearby areas, collaborating with Chinese warships in 'joint combat readiness patrols', according to the ministry.
The long-standing plight of a senior public sector worker, who has been on interdiction for 12 years on quarter pay, which he says has “ruined” him financially ... Show more www.jamaicaobserver.com/2024/02/04/12-years-torment/
Democracy Digest: Orban Folds Like a Haz of Cards: Elsewhere in the region, Czechia agrees record arms deal for 24 F-35 jets; Polish president signs 2024 budget ...
balkaninsight.com/2024/02/02/democracy-digest-orban-folds-like-a-haz-of-cards/
GM plans to put totally driverless Cruise vehicles back on U.S. roads: Here's how
freep.com/story/money/cars/general-motors/2024/02/02/gms-reuss-driverless-cruise-vehicles-roads/72449235007/
Conservatives see Harvard, UPenn takedowns as just the beginning: The ousters of the presidents of two prestigious universities in the past month have been a ...
thehill.com/homenews/education/4391165-conservatives-harvard-upenn-reform-antisemitism/
Sierra Leone: U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Pays Courtesy Call on Sierra Leone's President Julius M...
allafrica.com/stories/202401280022.html
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