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American Empire

It should now be painfully clear: the United States operates as a vast imperial power, guided by an entrenched state bur...

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Kashmir Undefeated

Kashmir Solidarity Day, observed every 5th of February, serves as a reminder that Pakistan’s journey toward becoming a...

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Journalism vs. Fake News

The rapid transformation of digital landscapes has rendered the necessity of robust cybercrime legislation indispensable...

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Trump’s Trade War

On February 1st, US President Donald Trump imposed high tariffs on goods from Mexico, Canada and China, which are the la...

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Water Crisis in Islamabad

Islamabad, once known for its lush greenery and clean air, is now facing a severe water crisis....

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Moroccan Boat Tragedy

The tragic Moroccan boat disaster on January 2, 2025, which claimed the lives of 44 Pakistani migrants, serves as a grim...

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Property Tax Obligation

Property tax is a vital source of revenue for the Pakistani government, covering various aspects of property ownership, ...

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Electricity Crisis

Electricity is essential in today’s fast-paced world, powering everything from social media to electronic devices....

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Child Marriage in Pakistan

Child marriage is a growing crisis in Pakistan, robbing children of their futures....

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World Radio Day – 13 February

Every year, 13 February is observed as World Radio Day to highlight the importance of radio in our daily lives....

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Capitol Notebook: Iowa House committee advances Gov. Reynolds’ paid family leave bill

Iowa legislation that would provide paid family to state employees took another step forward Wednesday. Also, protestors...

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Bill strengthening Montana's Indigenous language program clears Senate

“Without our language and our culture, we no longer exist,” said Lance Four Star, director of the state's American I...

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Trump’s Federal Buyout Offer Expires Tomorrow—As Over 40,000 Staff Agree To Leave: Here’s What To Know

The CIA, which was initially exempt from the offer, reportedly extended the buyout option to its employees on Tuesday....

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Musk’s DOGE Will Upgrade US Air Traffic Control System, Says Transportation Secretary

Elon Musk has 'access to the best technological people, the best engineers in the world,' Sean Duffy said....

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Herron Todd White to build on success with Quadrant Private Equity Partnership

MELBOURNE, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 5, 2025--...

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Teals must back gas to truly support small business

If the independents hold the balance in the next parliament, will they protect small businesses from unsustainable energ...

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Should cars blocking neighbourhood snow plowing be towed? Edmonton revisits parking ban enforcement

Ward Anirniq Coun. Erin Rutherford said some streets in Inglewood didn't have snow cleared at all because plows couldn't...

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U.S. can have our wall, bases and detention cells, Abbott tells Trump

WASHINGTON — Gov. Greg Abbott met with President Donald Trump at the White House on Wednesday where they discussed bor...

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Australia to Host Regular-Season NFL Game

The NFL is expanding its international footprint to Australia. The league announced Wednesday that it will play a game i...

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ICE releases some migrant detainees as its detention facilities reach 109% capacity

Since Mr. Trump's inauguration, ICE has increased arrest operations across the country, recording as many 1,000 arrests ...

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Nearly three in five academy trusts now have in-year deficits, report suggests

Academy leaders said rising staff costs and growing demand for Send provision are financial challenges....

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Home Secretary to chair smartphone theft summit after Met Police clampdown

The Metropolitan Police seized more than 1,000 stolen devices in one week....

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NFL scraps ‘End Racism’ message ahead of Trump’s Super Bowl visit

The NFL is scrapping its efforts to “End Racism” before Sunday’s Super Bowl and Donald Trump’s plan to make hist...

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Guatemala's president agrees to accept third-country migrants deported from U.S.

Guatemala's president says his country will accept migrants from other countries who are being deported from the United ...

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IRS workers involved in 2025 tax season can't take buyout until after the taxpayer filing deadline

IRS employees involved in the 2025 tax season will not be allowed to accept a buyout offer from the Trump administration...

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Where Trump’s Tariffs on China, Mexico and Canada Would Hurt Most

While Trump’s threatened duties would generate significant tax revenue, they could also hurt the broader economy....

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Abbott meets with Trump in Washington to discuss border security

The governor also spoke with Trump administration Border Czar Tom Homan, according to his press secretary....

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Estate, developer sue historic nominators of famed Pittsburgh gay bar Donny's Place

A local developer and the estate of owner Donald Thinnes sue two Polish Hill neighbors to block their historic nominatio...

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When does a fetus become a person? Montana Legislature takes up the question

Despite previous failed attempts, a Montana Republican wants personhood to begin at fertilization. Critics say doing so ...

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Calgary education support workers set to take strike votes, potentially join thousands of Alberta colleagues

CUPE Alberta President Rory Gill said that Alberta has the lowest per-student funding in Canada, which contributes to hi...

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Report: Trump Plans Full Withdrawal From Syria

President Trump, who ordered the withdrawal of US forces from Syria during his first administration, is reportedly plann...

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Who is Samantha Power? Meet the Biden-era USAID leader facing backlash amid Musk's DOGE crackdown

USAID, which has become the focus of Elon Musk's DOGE efforts in recent days, was led by Obama admin alum Samantha Power...

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Trump signs executive order barring transgender athletes in women's sports

Trump has issued four executive orders pointed at curtailing the rights of trans people since taking office...

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Editorial cartoon for Feb. 5, 2025

This cartoon is the opinion of the cartoonist John Darkow. Send feedback to: [email protected]....

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Special election for Roseville House seat set for early March

Gov. Tim Walz issued a new writ for a vacant Minnesota House seat that could mark the end of the House Democrats’ boyc...

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Doug Ford's hot mic blunder is a weapon his rivals are turning against him

While his opponents ask how much Ford's previous admiration for Donald Trump will hurt him, a better question may be how...

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NH '50501' protestors speak out against Trump, Musk

Over 200 people joined a peaceful protest outside the New Hampshire State House Concord to speak out against the actions...

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AGM Renovations Advocates for Ethical Home Improvement Practices

VAUGHAN, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 5, 2025--...

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Legislators eye Climate Commitment Act funding for road projects

OLYMPIA — As Washington’s roads continue to deteriorate and transportation funding faces significant challenges, Rep...

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Terror and politics: the Armageddon strategy

A policy of threat and intimidation, more credible the greater the strength and means of the one who proclaims it, hangs...

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Thank NY Democrats’ insane climate crusade for Con Ed’s huge rate hikes

Gov. Hochul’s pricey green fantasies are running smack into her “affordability” agenda — with the latest hit com...

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Senate chairman: Fetal personhood bill introduced will not advance

BOISE — The Senate State Affairs Committee Wednesday heard a bill that would eliminate exceptions for rape and incest ...

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Minnesotan on frontline of fight to level playing field for small businesses

Small businesses are the backbone of the economy in Minnesota, accounting for 99.5% of businesses statewide, according t...

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Letters for Feb. 6: Farmers can adopt solar to help maintain their property, add income

Letter writers discuss solar farms coexisting with agriculture, increase in mortgage rates, and Donald Trump's treatment...

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Fox’s new nepo hire exposes Trump’s tight grip on the network

Fox News announced the hiring of President Donald Trump’s daughter-in-law, Lara Trump, who recently served as co-chair...

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Colorado Supreme Court to review case of spiritual leader found guilty of child abuse

The Colorado Supreme Court announced on Monday that it will review whether the Court of Appeals correctly overturned a w...

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Sen. Grassley says DOJ, FBI high-level firings justified for 'weaponization of politics'

"Using people within the department for political purposes of weaponization of politics should be not a part of their op...

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Lowdown on Malaysia’s chairmanship of Asean

From PHAR KIM BENG, Professor of Asean Studies, International Islamic University Malaysia. Read full story...

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STEVE FLOWERS: Garlan Gudger, Alabama Senate's new leader

What many Alabamians do not realize is how successful our Alabama Community College System (ACCS) has become over the la...

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Mitigating the impact of Trump’s economic policies

From ABD HALIM HUSIN, Secretary-general Malay Chamber of Commerce Malaysia. Read full story...

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Donald Trump's Gaza proposal would amount to 'ethnic cleansing,' Liberal MPs say

Two Liberal cabinet members say the U.S. president's proposal to move Palestinians out of the Gaza Strip would amount to...

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Local Republicans respond to Shapiro's proposed budget

Harrisburg, Pa. — Immediately following the release of Governor Josh Shapiro's proposed budget, several northcentral r...

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Fight for rightful pension continues

From DATUK WEE BENG GEE of Petaling Jaya. Read full story...