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Violence broke out again today in the Kenyan capital of Nairobi, as well as several other towns and villages, as the latest in an ongoing protest against both a proposed financial bill and the nation’s president. Earlier today on June 25, riots throughout the African nation of Kenya gained steam, with many being wounded in altercations between protestors and police. This comes after previous unrest last week, on June 20, resulted in more clashes between protesters and police, killing at least one Kenyan in the struggle and injuring several others. Crowd control gone wrongKenyan politicians met...
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Julian Assange, WikiLeaks founder and former editor-in-chief, will appear before court in Saipan tomorrow to allegedly plead guilty to a felony charge. After this, he will be returning home to Australia, according to WikiLeaks. But how do Australia’s governing politicians – and politicians further abroad – feel about Assange coming ‘home’? What are politicians saying? US spokespeople have differed wildly in their takes on Assange’s release, from being staunchly against it to welcoming it with open arms. “I am overjoyed,” said American independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr in ...
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After twelve years, controversial WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange is – mostly – a free man, having been released from prison in the UK yesterday. On June 24, WikiLeaks confirmed the news over X (formerly Twitter) in an update: Julian Assange is free. He left Belmarsh maximum security prison on the morning of 24 June, after 1901 days” What is known about the Julian Assange releaseAccording to WikiLeaks, Assange was granted bail by London’s High Court, after which he was released and seen boarding a plane to attend a plea deal yesterday afternoon. This comes after Assange allegedly agreed, in a...
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The billionaire Winklevoss twins, founders of the cryptocurrency company Gemini, recently made headlines after their substantial bitcoin donations to Donald Trump’s presidential campaign were partially refunded. According to a Bloomberg report, the portion of their donations that exceeded the maximum amount allowed under federal law was returned to them. This incident underscores the complexities and regulatory challenges surrounding cryptocurrency donations in political campaigns. Donation details and legal implicationsThe Winklevoss twins, Cameron and Tyler, announced on social media platfor...
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After his dramatic change of heart on cryptocurrency, former US President Donald Trump has announced a shift in his stance on immigration. Trump, who has been known for his hardline immigration policies, recently promised to grant automatic green cards to foreign students who graduate from US colleges. This move is aimed at preventing these graduates from returning to their home countries, such as India and China, where many go on to become multibillionaires. A new approach to immigrationTrump’s departure from his previous anti-immigrant rhetoric comes as the 2024 presidential election looms, ...
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North Korea and Russia have announced a new agreement promising mutual assistance if either nation comes under attack. This pact was revealed during a summit in Pyongyang on Wednesday, North Korea, marking Russian President Vladimir Putin’s rare diplomatic visit to the reclusive nation. Putin met with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, in what is their first official agreement since the Cold War era. What the Russia-North Korea pact says?The pact states: If either side faces an armed invasion and is in a state of war, the other side will immediately use all available means to provide military an...
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The European Council announced on Monday its decision to extend the sanctions imposed in response to Russia’s illegal annexation of Ukrainian Crimea and the city of Sevastopol until June 23, 2025. This move reaffirms the EU’s firm stance on the issue and aims to maintain pressure on Russia over its actions in the region. Scope of the sanctionsThe sanctions encompass a comprehensive set of restrictive measures, including: Prohibition on imports: Goods originating from Crimea and Sevastopol are banned from entering the EU market.Infrastructure and financial investments: EU entities are prohibite...
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Less than two weeks after India’s general elections results were announced, with prime minister Narendra Modi securing a third consecutive term, the debate over Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) has resurfaced. This time, Tesla founder Elon Musk finds himself caught in the crossfire between the ruling BJP and the opposition over the issue. The EVM debate in Indian politicsEVMs have long been a point of contention in Indian politics. Opposition leaders frequently argue that EVMs are susceptible to tampering, calling for a return to paper ballots. While the debate intensified in the run-up to th...
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Russian President Vladimir Putin commented on Friday that the “selfishness” and “arrogance” of Western powers have brought the world “unacceptably close” to the point of “no return.” During his address at the Russian Foreign Ministry meeting, Putin criticized the actions of the United States and NATO, accusing them of undermining global strategic stability. Putin blames Washington for destabilizing global securityPutin specifically pointed to Washington’s decision to unilaterally withdraw from the Anti-Ballistic Missile Treaty as a key factor in destabilizing international security. “Let me al...
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Group of Seven (G7) leaders announced on Thursday that they have officially agreed to provide Ukraine with a $50 billion loan by the end of 2024. This decision marks a significant commitment to support Ukraine’s defense of its sovereignty amidst ongoing conflicts. Funds to be sourced from profits of confiscated Russian assetsGerman Chancellor Olaf Scholz emphasized the historic nature of the support, stating, As the G7 we are mobilizing $50 billion for Ukraine – to defend its sovereignty. A historic step. The loan will be sourced from the profits generated and accumulated from confiscated Russ...
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