Quick Summary: Algeria's ex-minister jailed for corruption in Landmark Verdict
A former Algerian Industry Minister has been sentenced to prison on corruption charges
The court found him guilty of...
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Speaker Mike Johnson plans to swear in new GOP Rep Matt Van Epps this week.
Johnson delayed seating Democrat Adelita Grijalva for 50 days after her win.
Critics say the Speaker shows a clear double standard based on party lines.
The move raises questions about fairness and...
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• The new bill would lift mayor, speaker, and council pay starting next term
• Mayor’s salary jumps from $258,000 to $300,500 per year
• Speaker’s pay rises to $191,000, up from $164,000 annually
• Other council members would see salaries climb from $148,000 to $172,500
• Supporters say higher pay boosts...
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• A homeless man arrested after an unprovoked attack on an NYU student
• He’s now charged for cold-cocking a 68-year-old tourist on Thanksgiving
• Two separate assaults show a troubling pattern of random violence
• Authorities seek strong penalties as community demands answers
A homeless man arrested in New York City...
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House Democrats released never-before-seen photos and videos from Epstein’s private island.
The images offer a disturbing look into areas he used for alleged crimes.
Lawmakers say the material may help in future investigations.
The release raises questions about what authorities knew and when.
New Epstein Island Photos
House Democrats...
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A Mega Millions ticket bought in Union City won the $90 million jackpot.
The anonymous winner chose a $42 million lump-sum payment.
The lucky ticket was sold at a neighborhood convenience store.
Officials will verify the claim and handle necessary paperwork.
State and federal taxes will reduce...
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The MTA will use tap-to-pay for all riders by next year.
Tap-to-pay speeds up boarding and checks.
Fare enforcement will focus on buses, where most evasion happens.
Riders can use bank cards, phones, or wearables.
The new system aims to reduce fare evasion and improve service.
The MTA...
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Brooklyn D.A. has dropped the criminal case against Samuel Seligson
Samuel Seligson was arrested while filming pro-Palestinian protesters
Protesters splattered paint on Brooklyn Museum officials’ homes
D.A. cited free press concerns in ending the case
Samuel Seligson now faces no charges and can continue his work
In a...
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A former St. Louis officer pleaded guilty to unlawful phone searches.
He admitted to seizing and viewing women’s private photos without consent.
His illegal police phone search betrayed public trust.
He faces up to five years in federal prison.
The case underscores the importance of digital privacy...
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• A top doctor says the Trump MRI data is too limited to prove his health claims.
• The White House doctor calls the scans “preventive” and shows excellent heart health.
• Experts warn MRI cannot detect blocked arteries, high blood pressure, or brain issues.
• Questions remain about which scans...
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• A Trump cabinet meeting felt like a choreographed show of loyalty.
• Cabinet members offered over-the-top praise, echoing North Korean rituals.
• This display raises concerns about blind obedience in government.
• Citizens need to stay alert when leaders demand uncritical loyalty.
Inside the Trump cabinet meeting spectacle
The latest Trump cabinet...
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The Trump administration plans a seditious conspiracy investigation into six Democratic lawmakers.
The targeted members all have military or intelligence backgrounds.
Some FBI agents oppose the move, citing First Amendment rights.
Charging seditious conspiracy requires proof of force to block U.S. law.
This step marks a major...
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• Rep. Shri Thanedar will present articles of impeachment against Pete Hegseth.
• Hegseth faces charges of murder, conspiracy to murder, and mishandling classified data.
• Allegations stem from an alleged order to kill survivors after a Caribbean Sea strike.
• The Pentagon’s watchdog says Hegseth endangered troops by sharing secrets...
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• Prince Harry surprised viewers with a surprise Late Show appearance.
• He joked about auditioning for a Hallmark Christmas movie.
• He made a subtle Prince Harry jab at Donald Trump.
• The joke echoed the No Kings protests against perceived authoritarianism.
• Trump later denied being a king and dismissed...
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FBI agents face pressure to open a probe into six Democratic lawmakers.
Lawmakers made a video urging troops to refuse illegal orders.
Supervisors argue there is no legal basis for a criminal case.
No final decision has been made on launching an investigation.
Lawmakers report increased security...
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Jimmy Kimmel called out a Trump nap in a cabinet meeting as hypocritical.
Critics who mocked Biden’s nodding off now stay silent.
Fox News analysts defended the rest as proof of stamina.
Medical experts remain split on whether it signals health or fatigue.
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A Trump nap in a...
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CNN’s Abby Phillip questions the official story on boat strikes.
Marco Rubio’s shifting comments hint at a scripted narrative.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth offered conflicting accounts.
Over 20 boat strikes reportedly killed more than 80 people.
What’s Behind The Boat Strikes?
CNN anchor Abby Phillip opened her show with...
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The New York Times sued the Department of Defense over new press rules.
Reporters claim these rules violate the First Amendment.
Nearly all mainstream journalists left the Pentagon press pool.
The Pentagon replaced them with pro-Trump bloggers and activists.
Pentagon press policy under fire
The New York Times filed...
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• President Trump granted a full pardon to media executive Tim Leiweke.
• Leiweke faced charges from Trump’s own Justice Department earlier this year.
• The decision surprised many because Leiweke had publicly criticized Trump.
• Former Representative Trey Gowdy led the effort to secure the pardon.
• This move came just...
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• A top NATO diplomat says Trump runs the government like a family business
• Key aides work alone, with almost no interagency teamwork
• Secretary of State Marco Rubio has some staff but may not use them fully
• Other insiders include JD Vance, Susie Wiles, Steve Witkoff, and Jared...
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• Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told Andrew Ross Sorkin he seldom reads the news
• During his DealBook Summit chat, Bessent defended President Trump’s nodding off
• Analysts Jonathan V. Last and Tim Miller slammed his attacks on the media
• Critics worry Bessent lacks credibility if a real economic crisis...
