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Faculty to hold no-confidence vote in UT-Austin president: President Jay Hartzell defended the response but faculty criticized the presence of armed state ...
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Faculty to hold no-confidence vote in UT-Austin president
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La construction d'une autoroute polonaise est retardée après la découverte d'un site de l'âge du bronze
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La construction d'une autoroute polonaise est retardée après la découverte ...
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Biden administration pushes back plan to ban menthol cigarettes: The Biden administration has reportedly abandoned its plans to ban menthol cigarettes after ...
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Biden administration pushes back plan to ban menthol cigarettes
Quick Glance: Biden administration faces delays in menthol cigarettes ban
  • The planned implementation of a ban on menthol cigarettes in the US is expected to take 'significantly more time,' according to US Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra in a statement on Friday.

  • In April 2022, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) initially announced the ban on the popular mint flavor, setting a deadline for August 2023. Final rules were sent to the White House Office of Management and Budget for review in October, with the status listed as 'pending.'

  • According to the proposed FDA regulations, the manufacturing and sale of menthols would be prohibited, without direct regulation of smokers themselves.

  • A prohibition on menthol cigarettes could potentially save up to 650,000 lives over the next 40 years, with a third of these lives being saved within the black community, as stated by the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids.
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Unique albino from Polish zoo named international penguin of the year: Kokosanka, a five-year-old African penguin, was rewarded with a herring cake ...
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Unique albino from Polish zoo named international penguin of the year
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Poland: We’re ready to host nuclear weapons: Polish President Andrzej Duda said atomic sharing has been a topic of Warsaw-Washington talks.
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Poland: We’re ready to host nuclear weapons
Quick Glance: Poland 'Ready' to Host Nuclear Weapons: President
  • Poland is prepared to host nuclear weapons if NATO decides to deploy them due to Russia's militarization in Belarus and Kaliningrad, President Andrzej Duda stated in a recent interview.

  • Being a NATO member and a strong supporter of Ukraine, Poland shares a border with both Russia's Kaliningrad exclave and Belarus, Moscow's ally.

  • He emphasized that discussions regarding nuclear cooperation between Poland and the United States have been ongoing for a considerable period.

  • During the latest NATO summit in Vilnius, the allies committed to taking all necessary measures to ensure the credibility, effectiveness, safety, and security of the nuclear deterrent mission.
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Zelensky: Latest US military aid to Ukraine ‘critical’: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky extended his gratitude to the U.S. Tuesday after the Senate ...
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Zelensky: Latest US military aid to Ukraine ‘critical’
Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
  • President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.

  • Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.

  • The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.

  • Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
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Le plus grand vitrail du monde dévoilé en Pologne: Avec ses 426 mètres carrés, le vitrail est légèrement plus grand qu'un terrain de basket.
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Le plus grand vitrail du monde dévoilé en Pologne
Quick Glance: World's Largest Stained Glass Window Unveiled in Poland
  • The world's largest stained-glass window has been installed in a church in Kraków.

  • Measuring 426 square meters, it depicts biblical scenes and was designed by Wincenty Kućma.

  • Taking almost two years to complete, the artwork shows Jesus surrounded by disciples and saints.

  • Kraków is home to other famous stained glass pieces, including 'God the Father - Arise' by Stanisław Wyspiański.
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Polish Rhubarb cake recipe: Discover the delightful Polish tradition with our Rhubarb Cake recipe. This classic dessert features a buttery crust topped with tart ...
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Polish Rhubarb cake recipe
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Trump could be held in contempt of court — a punishment only one other president faced
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Trump could be held in contempt of court — a punishment only one other ...
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Column: When Chicago’s sports executives speak, people listen — then decipher the real meaning
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Column: When Chicago’s sports executives speak, people listen — then ...
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Naomi Klein: Jews Must Raise Their Voices for Palestine, Oppose the “False Idol of Zionism”
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Naomi Klein: Jews Must Raise Their Voices for Palestine, Oppose the “False ...
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300+ Arrested Outside Schumer's Home During Jewish-Led Seder Against Gaza Genocide
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Biden administration imposes first-ever staff minimum for nursing homes : Over industry opposition, the administration set a minimum staff level for nursing in a ...
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Biden administration imposes first-ever staff minimum for nursing homes
Quick Glance: Biden's Landmark Staffing Mandate for Nursing Homes
  • The Biden administration has implemented first-ever staffing requirements for nursing homes to enhance care quality.

  • The rule mandates 24/7 registered nurses and a minimum of 3.48 hours of care per resident daily.

  • Industry voices concerns over staff shortages, estimating a need for over 100,000 additional workers.

  • The new regulations will be phased in and could potentially lead to facility closures for non-compliance.
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Ty Cobb ‘almost certain’ Trump election interference case won’t be tried before election
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Ty Cobb ‘almost certain’ Trump election interference case won’t be tried ...
Quick Glance: Trump's Disregard for Democratic Principles
  • Donald Trump's claim of absolute immunity for criminal acts as president is an assault on common sense and a perversion of the fundamental principle of American democracy.

  • The Supreme Court's decision to take the case may delay the former president's trial and deprive the public of the right to know if he attempted to undermine the sacred process of presidential succession.

  • The Supreme Court's direct intervention in the 2024 presidential election deprives voters of critical information and could lead to a constitutional crisis if Trump is re-elected and convicted.

  • The notion that the president is above the law and can pardon himself is a radical contempt for republican government, revealing Trump's vision of unchecked royal power.
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Ex-Trump lawyer: Latest Cohen remarks ‘direct violation’ of gag order: A onetime attorney to former President Trump said Wednesday that Trump’s latest attacks on ...
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Ex-Trump lawyer: Latest Cohen remarks ‘direct violation’ of gag order
Quick Glance: Trial Judge Evaluates Trump's Compliance with Gag Order
  • Former President Trump is on trial in New York for hush money issues. David Pecker from 'National Enquirer' testified about an agreement to manipulate stories about Trump and his rivals.

  • Concerns arose about Trump's violation of the gag order by criticizing court members. Mary McCord explained how the administration of justice can be disrupted by defendants' statements, leading to legal restrictions.

  • Despite reluctance to detain a former president, fines may be imposed for attacks on witnesses and judicial families. Threats to security and witness testimonies pose serious challenges to the trial's integrity.

  • Judges emphasize the importance of upholding justice by addressing threats and ensuring the safety of those involved in legal proceedings. The credibility of the trial hinges on maintaining a fair and secure environment.
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Celebs head to DC for correspondents’ dinner: Here’s who’s coming: From “Black Widow” actor Scarlett Johansson — seemingly in town to support husband Colin Jost ...
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Celebs head to DC for correspondents’ dinner: Here’s who’s coming
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How McConnell and Schumer beat hardline conservatives on Ukraine: The two Senate leaders and the White House worked tirelessly for the better part of a year to ...
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How McConnell and Schumer beat hardline conservatives on Ukraine
Quick Glance: McConnell Attributes Delay in Crucial Ukraine Aid to Tucker Carlson and Trump
  • Mitch McConnell celebrated new U.S. aid to Ukraine and blamed Tucker Carlson and Donald Trump for the delay.

  • McConnell emphasized the importance of Ukraine aid, criticized Carlson and Trump for the delay, and praised the expected passage of the bill.

  • He expressed support for Ukraine aid and highlighted the significance of supporting freedom-loving countries globally.

  • McConnell expressed optimism about the GOP Senate nominees and confidence in winning the majority to transition into the role of majority leader.
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Polish city fights to protect famous symbol from commercial exploitation: Kraków's "Lajkonik" is a bearded horse rider supposedly representing 13th-century ...
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Polish city fights to protect famous symbol from commercial exploitation
Quick Glance: City Museum Advocates for Protection of Iconic Symbol
  • Kraków’s municipal museum has issued an appeal to protect one of the city’s most famous symbols, the Lajkonik, a bearded horse rider supposedly representing 13th-century Mongol invaders.

  • There are differing views on the origin of the Lajkonik. According to a widely held legend, the figure, dressed in "Oriental" clothing, was inspired by the Mongol invasion of Poland in 1240-41 and may have emerged as part of commemorations of the attack.

  • The museum noted that the Lajkonik parade was one of the first entries to be included in Poland’s national list of intangible cultural heritage. The aim of this was in part to "protect our tradition against the use of the Lajkonik character outside the context accepted by the community, often for commercial activities".

  • The museum appealed to all those who care about the history and heritage of Krakow to understand our position, respect the traditional context in which it is cultivated, and maintain appropriate sensitivity.
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Law to recognize Silesian as regional language in Poland approved by parliament: Right-wing opposition parties voted against the bill, arguing that Silesian is a ...
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Law to recognize Silesian as regional language in Poland approved by ...
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Emerson College students to vote on resolution on president's resignation: The student government unanimously approved a no-confidence resolution in the school's ...
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Emerson College students to vote on resolution on president's resignation
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Polish president: Poland ready to deploy allied nuclear weapons on its territory: Speaking to Fakt, Polish President Andrzej Duda highlighted how Russia has ...
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Polish president: Poland ready to deploy allied nuclear weapons on its ...
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Why Putin needs Trump to win : Vladimir Putin is still counting on a Trump victory in November to take America off the field.
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Why Putin needs Trump to win 
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In Memoriam: Professor Władysław Miodunka: Tribute to Prof. Władysław Miodunka, a pioneering linguist and champion of Polish language education ...
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In Memoriam: Professor Władysław Miodunka
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Micro-Forests: A Japanese Concept Saving Polish Cities: Discover the Miyawaki method's impact on Polish cities through Forest Maker's micro-forests. Sustainable ...
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Micro-Forests: A Japanese Concept Saving Polish Cities
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Live updates: Pro-Palestinian protests at USC, Columbia University, college campuses nationwide
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Live updates: Pro-Palestinian protests at USC, Columbia University ...
Quick Glance: USC Main Commencement Canceled Amid Gaza War Protests
  • Protests against the Israel-Hamas war prompt the cancellation of USC's main graduation ceremony and numerous arrests at campuses nationwide.

  • Universities are grappling with protests that could disrupt upcoming commencement ceremonies and are considering changes to regulations regarding encampments and exams.

  • Some students demand schools sever ties with Israel, leading to accusations of antisemitism and concerns about safety on campus.

  • The wave of protests, inspired by events at Columbia University, has led to civil rights investigations into universities facing protests and complaints of discrimination amidst the Israel-Hamas conflict.
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Secret Service says agent on Harris’ detail was removed from assignment after distressing behavior
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Secret Service says agent on Harris’ detail was removed from assignment ...
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These are some of the oldest restaurants in Orange County: The county's oldest continuously operating dining establishments date back to the 1920s and ...
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These are some of the oldest restaurants in Orange County
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Iran ready to forge stronger ties with Sri Lanka, Raisi says: Iran is ready to strengthen ties with Sri Lanka and other Asian countries, its president ...
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Iran ready to forge stronger ties with Sri Lanka, Raisi says
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Column: Changes are coming to the Chicago Bulls, Artūras Karnišovas pledges. ‘This group hasn’t worked.’
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Column: Changes are coming to the Chicago Bulls, Artūras Karnišovas ...
Quick Glance: Karnišovas Plans Changes
  • Artūras Karnišovas stresses accountability and readiness for action.

  • Karnišovas acknowledges continuity failure and upcoming changes.

  • Potential changes may extend beyond the roster.

  • Karnišovas intends to be aggressive and shake up the team.
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Dismissed juror says Trump ‘looked less orange’ in person: One of the potential jurors who was dismissed from former President Trump’s hush money trial in New ...
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Dismissed juror says Trump ‘looked less orange’ in person
Quick Glance: Twelve Jurors Seated in Trump's Hush Money Trial
  • A jury of 12 individuals was empaneled on Thursday in the landmark hush money trial of former President Donald Trump, bringing the proceedings closer to opening arguments and the commencement of weeks filled with compelling testimonies.

  • The upcoming trial is anticipated to present unfavorable testimonies regarding Trump's personal life pre-presidency, including accusations of manipulating business records to suppress narratives in the final days of the 2016 election surrounding his intimate relationships.

  • Central to the trial is a payment of $130,000 made by Cohen just before the 2016 election to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, aimed at preventing her allegations of a sexual encounter with Trump from being publicized in the campaign's final stretch.

  • The selection of the jury holds paramount significance in any criminal proceeding, particularly so when the accused is a former president and the presumed Republican candidate. Potential jurors have undergone extensive scrutiny concerning their online presence, personal backgrounds, and political stances as legal representatives and the judge meticulously scrutinize for partialities that could compromise their impartiality.
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Biden is giving $6 billion to Micron for a semiconductor project in upstate New York
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Biden is giving $6 billion to Micron for a semiconductor project in ...