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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to Challenge Joe Biden for President in 2024 Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a prominent anti-vaccine activist, has filed a statement of candidacy to challenge Joe Biden for the presidency in 2024. Kennedy, scion of one of America’s foremost political dynasties, has a Los Angeles address and a Democratic Party affiliation. Kennedy has been running a low-profile …

US Speaker Met with Taiwan President Amid China Tensions Updated Apr 6, 2023 | 07:50 AM IST Recent reports reveal that the US Speaker met with the Taiwanese President despite the increasing tensions with China. The meeting, which occurred in Taiwan, has led to a further escalation of tensions between the US and China, with the latter heavily criticizing the …

Former Square CTO, Bob Lee, Dies After Apparent Stabbing Attack New York (CNN) Bob Lee, the former chief technology officer of Square who helped launch Cash App, has died after an apparent stabbing attack in San Francisco. The police are still investigating Lee’s death, and no arrests have been made. Lee’s death was confirmed by Josh Goldbard, the CEO of …

The indictment of former US president Donald Trump is a significant moment in the country’s history and has implications for its democracy. Political scientists James D. Long and Victor Menaldo from the University of Washington provide context for Trump’s arraignment and discuss the potential impact on America. The grand jury’s decision to indict Trump surprised many, including Long, who reflects …

Russia Demands Release of Metropolitan Pavlo Russia has demanded that Ukraine immediately frees Metropolitan Pavlo, a top Orthodox cleric who has been placed under house arrest. The arrest was made in connection with allegations that he had glorified Russia’s invasion and stoked religious divisions. Pavlo is the abbot of the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra monastery in central Kyiv. A court has ordered …

The Top 10 Most Controversial Elections in History: A Closer Look 1. The 2000 US Presidential Election The 2000 US Presidential Election, between George W. Bush and Al Gore, was a nail-biting experience. It culminated in an electoral standoff that led to the Supreme Court intervening to grant victory to Bush. 2. The 1917 Russian Presidential Election Russian voters elected …

NHL Pride Nights Future in Question as Players Opt-Out Sports leagues and teams, including the NHL, often hold Pride nights to raise visibility and acceptance of LGBTQ+ people. These events can include special jerseys, performances, information tables, and drag shows. However, recently six NHL players refused to wear rainbow-colored jerseys on their teams’ Pride nights for the first time, leading …

Sea Air Space 2023: A Showcase of Modern Naval Technology Sea Air Space 2023, one of the foremost naval exhibitions in the world, has been showcasing cutting-edge technology from various naval industries. Attendees have witnessed a myriad of exhibits ranging from ship-based technologies to the latest advancements in unmanned maritime systems. One of the notable features at the show is …

San Antonio International Airport sees increase in nonstop flights SAN ANTONIO – Airlines at the San Antonio International Airport are adding more nonstop and daily flights to popular travel destinations including Los Angeles, New York City, and Cancun, according to a news release from the airport on Tuesday. With San Antonio expected to experience its busiest summer air travel season …

Graham Allison: American politics has become almost hysterical 02:47 Graham Allison, founding dean of Harvard’s John F. Kennedy School of Government, highlights the importance of avoiding misunderstanding between China and the U.S. He says in the real world, unintended accidents and incidents happen. He argues that because American politics has become almost hysterical, it is even more important that we …