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Echoes of Autocracy: Trump's Tactics and Global Strongmen

February 15, 2025

Living in China as a journalist gave a unique perspective on the current US presidency. Many Americans are confused by Trump's actions, seeing them as a chaotic mix of strange and unrelated moves. But there's a pattern to it, one that resembles the behavior of strongmen in other countries.

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Land Debate in South Africa: Truth vs. Myth

February 15, 2025

South Africa has long grappled with the legacy of apartheid, and land reform remains a hot-button issue. The Expropriation Act, passed last year, aims to address the stark imbalance in land ownership. White landowners control a whopping 72% of agricultural land, while black South Africans, who make

finance

Chilly January Hits Retail Sales Hard

February 15, 2025

In January, U. S. retail sales took a nosedive. This wasn't just because of the cold weather, which kept many people indoors. The drop was also influenced by other factors. The Commerce Department reported a 0. 9% decrease in retail sales from December. This was a bigger drop than experts had predic

crypto

Crypto Chaos: Banks vs. Crypto Firms

February 15, 2025

In 2023, the crypto world faced a major shakeup. Anchorage Digital, a prominent crypto company, suddenly found itself without a bank. One day, their bank account was there, the next, it was gone. No warning, no explanation. This wasn't an isolated incident. Many crypto firms faced the same issue, a

entertainment

SNL's Lorne Michaels: The Comedy King's Political Punchlines

February 15, 2025

Lorne Michaels, the mastermind behind "Saturday Night Live, " has been the driving force behind the show's unique blend of comedy and politics since its debut in 1975. At 80, Michaels still keeps a late-night schedule, rarely seen at his office before 5 p. m. He has a clear vision for the show's pol

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Ukraine's Fight: Zelenskyy's Urgent Call for U. S. Support

February 15, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy recently sat down with NBC News' "Meet the Press" during the Munich Security Conference. He made it clear that Ukraine's survival, both now and in the future, hinges on U. S. military support. Zelenskyy emphasized that without this backing, Ukraine's chances o

business

Trump Media's 2024 Financials: A Mixed Bag

February 15, 2025

Trump Media & Technology Group, the company behind Truth Social, recently released its 2024 financial results. The numbers show a mixed picture. The company reported a loss of $2. 36 per share and revenue of $3. 6 million. This is a 12% drop in revenue compared to the previous year. The net loss als

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Trump's Early Presidency: A Legal Maze

February 15, 2025

Trump's presidency has been a whirlwind of legal challenges. As of the fourth week, over 60 lawsuits have been filed in federal courts. These lawsuits are not all the same. They are like different paths in a maze, each with its own twists and turns. Some are moving quickly, while others are stuck in

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Elon Musk's Team Under Fire: Government Watchdog Steps In

February 15, 2025

The US Treasury's payment system is under scrutiny. A government watchdog is launching an audit to check if Elon Musk's team, known as Doge, had inappropriate access to sensitive data. This comes after a 25-year-old associate of Musk, Marko Elez, was briefly given edit access to the system. This acc

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White House vs. AP: A Name Game Gone Wrong

February 15, 2025

The White House made a surprising move. They kept a reporter and a photographer from the Associated Press (AP) off Air Force One. Why? Because of a disagreement over what to call the Gulf of Mexico. The White House wanted it called the "Gulf of America. " This isn't just a small issue. AP reporters