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India’s capital locking down again due to COVID-19
Although the nation does not want to admit it’s another lockdown, the capital of India is reverting to a partial lockdown after a surge in coronavirus cases. Politicians don’t even like to use the word as city after city brings back restrictions. The Associated Press has the story: Weeklong lockdown imposed on New Delhi, India…
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Oregon considering strict gun storage law
The Oregon State Legislature is voting on a controversial gun control bill Monday that would enact the strictest gun storage law in the country. It would require owners to secure their guns with trigger locks or in locked compartments. They would be strictly liable for anything that happens with their guns. The Associated Press has…
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Human Rights Watch wants UN to investigate China
Human Rights Watch asked the United Nations on Monday to look into reports of abuse against Uyghur Muslims in China’s Xinjiang region. The U.S. has said genocide is taking there, where authorities have detained over a million people in camps, instituting forced labor and forced birth control. The Associated Press has the story: Prominent human…
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Egypt, Turkey and the Real China Challenge
Development or democracy? Biden’s International Priorities On April 6, 2021, Turkey released imprisoned Turkish Journalist Ahmet Altan after a European court ruled his civil rights were violated. Mr. Altan spent more than four year in prison for allegedly taking part in the failed coup of 2016. Turkish officials claim that the Turkish judiciary is independent…
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Nations must ‘define red lines’ with Russia, said Macron
Nations must ‘define red lines’ with Russia, said Macron PARIS (AP) — French President Emmanuel Macron says that while dialogue with Russia is essential, “clear red lines” carrying possible sanctions must also be drawn with Moscow over Ukraine. Referring to a recent buildup of Russian troops on Ukraine’s border, Macron said in an interview with…
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The fashion industry is coping with the virus
The fashion industry is coping with the virus PARIS (AP) — The pandemic has torn a multibillion-dollar bite out of the fabric of Europe’s fashion industry, stopped runway shows and forced brands to show their designs digitally instead. Now, amid hopes of a return to near-normality by the year’s end, the industry is asking what…
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CeCe Winans, Carrie Underwood own ACM Awards
CeCe Winans, Carrie Underwood own ACM Awards NEW YORK (AP) — CeCe Winans and Carrie Underwood brought the Academy of Country Music Awards to church on Sunday. The gospel legend and country superstar joined forces for a top-notch, powerful performance that was the show’s highlight, though the event is still on for two more hours.…
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Celebrities standing for COVID vaccines on TV special
Celebrities standing for COVID vaccines on TV special LOS ANGELES (AP) — President Joe Biden, former President Barack Obama and a slew of celebrities including Billy Crystal, Jennifer Hudson and Lin-Manuel Miranda are part of a special aimed at boosting COVID-19 vaccination rates. “Roll Up Your Sleeves,” airing at 7 p.m. EDT Sunday on NBC,…
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Defunding the Police vs. Meaningful Police Reform
Defunding the Police vs. Meaningful Police Reform With the trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin over the tragic death of George Floyd, recent police shootings, and continuing riots all dominating news coverage, it is time to have a serious conversation that honestly examines the situation. To be honest, whatever we are doing right now…
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