Politics
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UN Advises Against Arming Merchant Mariners Amid Rising Piracy Attacks
As piracy incidents surge globally, the United Nations agency overseeing maritime safety warns against merchant crews carrying firearms, citing legal and safety concerns despite hundreds of sailors held hostage.
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Newly Revealed CIA-NIAID Deal Highlights Covert Biodefense Collaboration
Undisclosed documents reveal a covert partnership between the CIA and NIAID on forensic microbiology research, raising questions about intelligence involvement in biodefense.
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Study Finds Conservatives Have More Children, Liberals More Parenting Fears
A 2026 Institute for Family Studies report reveals conservatives average 28% more children than liberals, linked to differing attitudes on parenting challenges and mental health concerns.
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Obama-Appointed Judge Blocks USPS Enforcement of Trump’s Mail-In Ballot Rules Again
U.S. District Judge Indira Talwani has once again halted the Postal Service from enforcing President Trump’s mail-in ballot restrictions, citing lack of authority and constitutional concerns ahead of the 2026 midterms.
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Why ISIS Has Not Launched a Full-Scale Attack on Israel: Strategy and Constraints Explained
Contrary to conspiracy theories, ISIS has attacked Israel but has not mounted a full invasion due to strategic priorities, limited presence, and geographic challenges. Understanding ISIS’s focus on regional targets and Israel’s security measures clarifies the reality behind the attacks and the myths.
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China’s Delayed Moon Mission Puts Lunar Ambitions at Risk Amid US Artemis Progress
China’s Chang’e-7 lunar mission has been postponed until at least 2027, disrupting Beijing’s space timeline and potentially ceding ground to NASA’s Artemis program as the US prepares for manned moon landings.
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Socialism 2026 Conference Draws Criticism for Overlooking Hotel Workers’ Labor Dispute
The Socialism 2026 conference in Chicago faces scrutiny as it convenes at a Hyatt hotel amid an ongoing labor contract dispute involving unionized hotel workers. Despite championing workers’ rights, the event’s location and timing have sparked questions about solidarity with labor.
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Investigation Reveals Muslim-Focused Girl Scout Troops Across the U.S.
An investigation uncovers mosque-based Girl Scout troops promoting Islamic faith through specialized awards and activities, raising questions about religious influence within the organization.
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Indiana Power Outages Spark Debate Over Race Amid Violence Against Utility Workers
Weeks after deadly storms left thousands in Gary, Indiana, without power, accusations of racial neglect collide with challenges posed by violence targeting utility crews.
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HHS Study Links Support for Radical Gender Ideology to Left-Wing Authoritarianism and Political Violence Justification
A new Department of Health and Human Services study finds associations between endorsement of radical gender ideology, left-wing authoritarian beliefs, and justification of political violence, sparking debate among activists and officials.
