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India will repeal controversial farm laws that led to massive protests

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged protesters to return home and said the constitutional process to repeal the laws will begin in December when parliament sits for the winter session.

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Two Sides Of Guyana: A Green Champion And An Oil Distributor

Biden restarts trilateral summit, focused on North American partnership

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How A Dictator Engineered A Migration Crisis At The Belarus-Poland Border

November 18, 2021 • Migrants from faraway countries are stuck in Belarus, just across its border with Poland. They've traveled there to seek asylum in the EU. But Poland has refused to accept them.

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He was the top U.N. official in Gaza. An Israeli TV interview cost him his post

November 18, 2021 • The U.N.'s Matthias Schmale reflects on his time as a leading international aid rep in Gaza. He departed UNRWA this week after offending Palestinians with his remarks on Israeli airstrikes.

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Comedian Vir Das called out sexual violence in India. Now he faces lawsuits

November 18, 2021 • In his Kennedy Center show, Das spoke of two sides of his native India: rich and poor, united but divided over women's rights and more. It was a hit in D.C., but brought legal trouble in India.

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Coronavirus FAQ: What is long COVID? And what is my risk of getting it?

November 18, 2021 • One of the surprising aspects of the pandemic is that symptoms can linger months after infection. This syndrome has been called "long COVID," and it's had a profound impact on many people's lives.

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Tennis official doubts email claiming Chinese player Peng Shuai is OK was sent by her

November 18, 2021 • Peng hasn't been seen since she accused a top Communist Party official of sexual assault. Amnesty International and fellow players are also concerned.

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Okla. governor grants clemency to Julius Jones hours before he was set to be executed

November 18, 2021 • Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt commuted the death sentence of Julius Jones after a public outcry. Jones, who maintains he was wrongly convicted of a 1999 murder, now faces life in prison without parole.

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In Washington, the last employees at the Afghan Embassy work until the lights go off

November 18, 2021 • The embassy in Washington, D.C., was once a symbol of a new Afghanistan. Now, the few staffers left refuse to serve the Taliban and are racing to help as many refugees as they can.

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Half Of Afghanistan's Population Faces Acute Food Insecurity. Here's Why.

November 17, 2021 • Afghanistan is facing its worst drought in decades, but that's not the only reason it is on the verge of a hunger crisis. After the Taliban took over, much of the country's international development aid was suspended, and the United States froze $9.5 billion in Afghan government assets. The economy has plummeted.

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How a political standoff trapped hundreds of migrants at the Belarus-Poland border

November 17, 2021 • The crisis appears to be stoked by the leader of Belarus over the country's tensions with the bloc. Polish border guards have used water cannons and tear gas to turn back stone-throwing migrants.

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Frida Kahlo just shattered an auction record, ousting her husband

November 17, 2021 • "Diego y yo" depicts Kahlo's husband, Diego Rivera, on her forehead. It fetched $34.9 million in a Sotheby's auction — shattering a record set by Rivera.

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An Australian zoo acquires a venomous, fanged 'megaspider' and is searching for more

November 17, 2021 • The Australian Reptile Park wants to find the anonymous donor of the megaspider, which may lead them to an area with more unusually large arachnids that could boost the zoo's antivenom program.

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Here's what it's like for migrants trapped between Belarus and Poland

November 16, 2021 • Thousands of migrants are camped along the border of Belarus and Poland, trapped between the countries. EU officials accuse Belarus of luring them across the border.

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Pfizer agrees to license generic versions of its COVID-19 pill — in some countries

November 16, 2021 • The agreement covers 95 nations, but it omits hard-hit countries such as Russia, Turkey, Brazil, and Mexico. Pfizer said it is seeking authorization for emergency use of the medication in the U.S.

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As U.S. spies look to the future, one target stands out: China

November 16, 2021 • When current and former U.S. intelligence officials gathered at a conference in Sea Island, Ga., there was a clear message — a pivot to China is already underway.

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A Russian missile creates enough space junk to pose risk to astronauts for years

November 16, 2021 • The U.S. condemned the test, which blasted a cloud of debris into orbit, forcing astronauts aboard the ISS to spend two hours inside spacecraft that could return them to Earth in an emergency.

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The pandemic economy's latest victim? The lowly shipping container

November 16, 2021 • Delayed containers are a symptom of and contributor to global supply chain problems. But imagine a world without them.

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Biden and China's Xi strike a 'respectful' tone in video chat amid tension

November 16, 2021 • The meeting lasted more than three hours as the two sides sought to make sure their competition does not turn into conflict.

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Austria and Germany impose restrictions on unvaccinated people as COVID cases surge

November 15, 2021 • Austria has placed some 2 million unvaccinated people on partial lockdown. Similar restrictions in Berlin have been placed on people who aren't fully vaccinated.

New Delhi's air pollution is so bad, officials are calling for a citywide lockdown

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The Trouble with Trump Polls: Exploring the Quandaries of Incoherent Public Opinion

The Trouble with Trump Polls: Exploring the Quandaries of Incoherent Public Opinion. By Jone Jones, Tony Bruce | W ednesday , May 01, 2024 | 5 min read Source: Wikimedia Commons The unpredictability of polling data in the lead-up to the presidential race can indeed feel like a dizzying carousel ride. With each new poll, the public is treated to a whirlwind of fluctuating numbers and shifting narratives, creating an atmosphere of uncertainty and speculation. While pundits are quick to remind us of the ample time remaining until Election Day, the volatility of the political landscape only adds to the intrigue. The 2024 presidential election appears to be following a familiar pattern, with President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump emerging as frontrunners for their respective parties. Despite widespread discontent among constituents across the political spectrum, both candidates are poised to play significant roles in shaping the electoral landscape. According to recent pollin...

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