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Youssef Mansour
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The 1898 Wilmington Coup: A Hidden Chapter, According to Lauren Collins
Lauren Collins, journalist and author of 'They Stole a City', reveals how the 1898 white supremacist coup in Wilmington was deliberately concealed by authorities and omitted from local education.
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Death Linked to Plague in Siberia Raises Concerns Despite Russian Authorities’ Denial
The death of a researcher in Siberia attributed to the plague has revived fears of a possible epidemic in Russia. However, Russian authorities deny this possibility, according to France 24.
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Following the Ceuta Crisis, France Increases Border Controls
On July 30, over 70,000 people crossed illegally into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, prompting France to reinforce its border controls. Two months later, this increase is evident, according to RFI.
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Donald Trump Intensifies Campaign Amid Declining Popularity Ahead of Midterms
With under a month until the US midterm elections, Donald Trump is stepping up his campaign efforts to support Republicans facing declining popularity and risks of losing both the House and Senate. Major issues include purchasing power, inequality, and artificial intelligence.
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Student Anger in France: Causes and Political Reactions Analyzed
The student movement has spread to several schools in France over three weeks, surprising a government focused on other protests. Demands raise issues of money, respect, and society, while debate opens on political exploitation and law enforcement's response to minor protesters.
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Spain: Pedro Sanchez Calls Early Elections for November 29
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced early elections for November 29, aiming to bolster parliamentary support after his housing crisis proposals were rejected amid nationwide protests.
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Between 400 and 500 Schools Closed in France on Monday Due to Student Protests
Between 400 and 500 schools in France will be closed Monday due to student protests demanding smaller classes and better conditions. Over 70 teachers have been injured since the unrest began, according to France 24.
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Bolsonaro Connects Better with Brazil’s Expanding Middle Class, Says Oxford’s Felipe Krause
Felipe Krause, head of Brazilian studies at Oxford, analyzes Brazil's political polarization and Bolsonaro's rising support among the middle class.
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Pneumonia, Not Plague, Confirmed After Death of Lab Technician in Irkutsk
The death of a lab technician at Irkutsk's Anti-Plague Research Institute sparked plague rumors. Russian authorities confirm the health situation is stable and attribute the death to pneumonia of unknown origin.
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Cambodian Diaspora Votes for Symbolic Parliament in Exile
From October 1 to 14, the Cambodian diaspora is voting to elect a symbolic Parliament in exile. This initiative by the Khmer Movement for Democracy aims to promote democracy in a country ruled by the Hun family for four decades.
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Australian Far-Right Party One Nation Backed by Gina Rinehart, Country’s Wealthiest Woman
Australian far-right party One Nation is rising in the polls and receives significant financial support from Gina Rinehart, Australia's richest woman, who recently donated a building near Brisbane's center for its headquarters.