Bernie Sanders, a democratic socialist and Vermont’s longest-serving independent in Congress, was reelected to the U.S. Senate for a fourth term. Sanders, who caucuses with the Democrats, defeated Republican Gerald Malloy and several other candidates. In his victory speech, he expressed gratitude for Vermonters’ support and emphasized the need for his continued service amidst the country’s challenges, including threats to democracy, economic inequality, climate change, and women’s reproductive rights. Sanders highlighted his record of advocating for universal healthcare, higher taxes for the wealthy, reduced military intervention, and climate change solutions. Malloy, a veteran and businessman, criticized Sanders’ record and argued for a focus on job creation and business growth.
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Canadian politicians, including Pierre Poilievre, Kevin Vuong, and Chandra Arya, denounced a recent attack by Khalistani extremists on the Hindu Sabha temple in Brampton, Canada. The Indian government also criticized the violence and claimed that it had requested security measures from Canadian authorities in advance. Poilievre, Trudeau’s political rival, and other leaders, voiced support for the ‘right to practice faith in peace’. Toronto MP, Vuong, expressed concern that the country has become a safe harbor for radicals and accused the country’s leaders of failing to protect certain religious groups. Meanwhile, Arya declared that a “red line has been crossed” by such extremists.
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A 17-year-old boy, supposedly a supporter of former President Donald Trump, was arrested on Saturday at a rally in Florida in support of Vice President Kamala Harris, accused of punching a 70-year-old woman. The police arrested the teenager after he allegedly struck the woman, knocking her off her feet. The boy was arrested at the rally site at the north end of the Roosevelt Bridge and was charged with battery of a person older than 65. There were no other arrests or instances of violence reported at the rally, which was part of the nationwide Women’s March and vocalized support for amendments to abortion rights in the Florida state constitution.
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The presidential campaign of Donald Trump is reportedly in disarray, according to an article by Tim Alberta in The Atlantic. The piece revealed internal fighting in the camp, with key players taking time out to talk to the media rather than concentrating on their roles. According to the article’s author, the revelations suggest that the campaign team may expect to lose the election and are trying to deflect any potential blame for the failure. Usually, such internal tensions remain undisclosed until post-election campaign analysis or insider books are released.
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The Denton County DA has rejected 23 criminal cases against alleged prostitutes presented by the Lewisville PD due to concerns about inappropriate conduct by the police officers involved. The cases, part of an undercover operation targeting local massage parlours, were undermined when it was discovered the police officers had made inappropriate physical contact with the suspects. An internal review led to 13 officers being disciplined, with three fired, one demoted, and seven suspended without pay. The cases reviewed took place over a two-year period, from 2022 to 2024, and led to the police department having to return two seized vehicles and $247,807 in seized cash. Despite the internal action taken, no officers are currently facing criminal charges.
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The average age of homebuyers in the US has increased from 49 in 2023 to 56 in 2024, indicating that younger Americans are being priced out of the market due to high ownership costs. The National Association of Realtors’ report also reveals the median age of first-time buyers has gone up to 38, and their share among all buyers dropped to 24%, the lowest since tracking began in 1981. This trend is primarily attributed to rising homeownership costs, with median U.S. home price increasing by 39% to $435,000 since 2020 and the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate more than doubling to over 6% in the same period.
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Cycling Frog is gaining popularity with its hemp-derived cannabidiol products such as gummies, softgels, and THC seltzers, which are vegan, gluten-free, and non-GMO. The company is adding two new flavors to its seltzer range: raspberry lemonade with 50mg of THC and CBD, aimed at experienced users; and cran razz with 10mg of THC and CBD, suitable for those seeking a more balanced effect. Cycling Frog’s award-winning black currant flavor, with 5mg of THC and 10mg of CBD, is an ideal pick for beginners or those desiring a milder high.
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North Carolina has broken its early-voting record, with the State Board of Elections announcing that over 4.2 million votes have been cast in early in-person voting. Early voting ended Saturday, with more voters than the 3.63 million four years ago. Including absentee voting, over 4.4 million votes have been cast representing 57% of North Carolina’s registered voters, though there could be a slight discrepancy due to delays in uploading the data. Despite being hit by Hurricane Helene, the 25 western counties had a higher turnout of 58.9%, about 2% higher than the statewide figure. The large early vote was partly due to a push by Republicans for people to vote early.
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The Kenosha County Democratic Party has reported receiving calls about local residents receiving letters warning of “reprisal and biblical hell fire” for showing support for Vice President Kamala Harris, instead of former President Donald Trump. These letters have sparked fear and anxiety among citizens, and the local police department is investigating. The letters, which are unsigned, criticize the Democratic party, accusing it of supporting open borders for illegal immigrants, including “felons and evil people”, and of advocating for communism. Lori Hawkins, chair of the Kenosha County Democratic Party, has said people have reported damage to Democratic yard signs, a trend not observed with Republican signs. Despite these incidents, hundreds of people turned out for the recent canvassing days held by the Kenosha County Democratic Party.
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A captured Russian soldier reports that North Korean troops deployed to assist Russia in combat against Ukraine have put their own units at risk by failing to properly aim their guns, potentially killing two Russian soldiers during an assault. Approximately 8,000 North Koreans are reportedly stationed in Russia’s Kursk region where Ukraine has recently made territorial gains. The decision to bring in North Korean forces is seen by some analysts not as a strategy for winning the war, but as a method for addressing domestic political issues and influencing international perceptions. In return for North Korean assistance, Russia is providing food, money, and space technology, with reports indicating North Korean soldiers are receiving $2,000 per month. It is also reported that Russia intends to place North Korean troops in units with local ethnic minorities in an effort to conceal their presence.
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