Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah of Jordan declared the reactivation of the national military service, emphasizing its importance in strengthening national identity and preparing citizens to defend the country. The Crown Prince directed the government to collaborate with partners in developing the program, with a forthcoming press conference detailing its specifics. This decision aligns with Jordan’s stance of tough policies against Israel in response to the Gaza war, even though it has a peace treaty with Israel. The program previously ended in 1991 and Jordan relies on U.S. aid and has a defence pact with the United States.
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Texas Democrats End Walkout, Allowing Redrawn Map to Pass, and it’s a situation that immediately sparks a mix of reactions, ranging from frustration and disappointment to a sense of strategic maneuvering. The core of the matter is this: Democratic lawmakers in Texas ended their walkout, a tactic used to deny Republicans the quorum needed to pass a new electoral map. This, in turn, has allowed the redrawing of district lines to proceed. The immediate consequence is that the proposed map, designed to favor Republicans, could be passed relatively quickly.
This move has ignited a debate about the fairness and integrity of the democratic process.… Continue reading
Newsmax has agreed to a $67 million settlement in a defamation lawsuit brought by Dominion Voting Systems, following similar settlements by Fox News Channel and Smartmatic. The court had previously ruled that Newsmax defamed Dominion by spreading false information about its voting equipment. This settlement was reached before a trial could take place, which was revealed in a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Internal communications from Newsmax demonstrated that the network knew the claims of election fraud were baseless, yet it continued to air them.
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Hurricane Erin, after undergoing an eyewall replacement cycle, regained Category 4 status Sunday night, boasting winds of 130 to 156 mph. The storm battered the Caribbean, causing power outages and significant impacts in Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, with warnings issued for high surf and small crafts. As it progresses, Erin is expected to strengthen over the next couple of days before gradually weakening later in the week. Officials in North Carolina’s Outer Banks declared a state of emergency in anticipation of the storm’s potential threat.
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Following Jeffrey Epstein’s death in a Manhattan detention cell, then-U.S. Attorney General William Barr took a personal role in the investigation. Barr’s involvement included reviewing jail surveillance footage and subsequently stating it supported the conclusion of suicide, despite inconsistencies later identified in that video. Barr is now scheduled for a closed-door deposition before Congress, which is reviewing the Epstein matter. Sources indicate the committee will question Barr about his involvement in the death investigation, which has led to renewed scrutiny and conspiracy theories surrounding Epstein’s death and network.
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President Volodymyr Zelenskyy affirmed Ukraine’s stance against ceding territory to Russia, citing the constitution as a barrier to such negotiations. He emphasized that discussions about territorial issues should involve Ukraine, potentially in trilateral talks with the U.S. and Russia, although the Kremlin has shown no interest in such a meeting. This follows Russian President Vladimir Putin’s demands for control of parts of eastern Ukraine as a condition for ending the war, which was reportedly discussed in a meeting with former U.S. President Trump. Zelenskyy hopes the upcoming meeting with allies and Trump will be productive.
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The actions taken appear to be designed to influence the upcoming elections. According to experts, focusing on election integrity while also referencing the 2026 elections reveals a true intent of election rigging. These maneuvers, including expanded National Guard presence and potential limitations on voting, may be implemented to impact the midterm elections. The actions are justified with fabricated pretexts.
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In a recent announcement, President Trump declared his intention to spearhead an initiative to ban mail-in ballots and voting machines for the upcoming midterm elections, sparking immediate criticism. Trump falsely claimed that no other country utilizes mail-in voting and repeated the debunked assertion that the 2020 election was lost due to mail-in ballot fraud. He stated he would sign an executive order that forbids mail-in ballots and automatic tabulation machines. However, legal experts such as Marc Elias argue such an executive order would be unconstitutional, representing a significant threat to free and fair elections.
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Since the federal enforcement strategy began just over a week ago, over 300 arrests have been made by federal officers in Washington, D.C. The operation has resulted in the seizure of 53 firearms, and nearly half of the arrests have been of undocumented immigrants. Arrests have been made for a range of offenses, including aggravated assault and possession of illegal weapons. Approximately 1,500 National Guard troops are involved in the operation, with the stated goals of deterring violent crime and providing a safe environment for law enforcement.
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Ukraine ‘begins’ serial production of 3,000 km-range cruise missile: It seems, just based on the announcement, that Ukraine is ready to unleash a new weapon on the world stage, specifically targeting Russia. The implication here is that they’ve had these missiles for a while and are now ready to deploy them in significant numbers. It’s like a warning shot, a declaration that they now possess the means to strike deep within Russia and potentially cripple its economy and military infrastructure. The sentiment is clear: this is a game changer, a chance to inflict serious damage, and it’s exciting to see what happens next.… Continue reading
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