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As the end of his term approaches, US President Joe Biden has taken a significant step by commuting the sentences of 37 out of 40 federal death row inmates. This act not only showcases his commitment to justice but also potentially impedes President-elect Donald Trump’s intentions to expand federal executions in the upcoming administration. Joe Biden ‘s decision to commute ...

In a heart-wrenching development, law enforcement in New York has made a significant breakthrough in the case involving the death of a woman who was horrifically set ablaze on a Brooklyn subway train. Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch’s poignant words echo the sentiments of a community in shock, labeling the incident as a reprehensible act that defies human decency. The victim’s ...

The government shutdown showdown in December 2024 served as a pivotal moment for President-Elect Donald Trump as he sought to solidify his authority within the Republican ranks in Congress. This high-stakes scenario unveiled the intricate dynamics at play as he navigated the complexities of governance in anticipation of his return to the White House. Amidst the tumult sparked by President-Elect ...

The United States government is on the brink of a critical financial predicament, with just one day left before it runs out of funds. Congress is currently in a state of urgency, scrambling to devise a short-term funding solution to avert a potential government shutdown. Efforts to prevent a government shutdown were thwarted when a revised spending plan proposed by ...

Ahmed al-Sharaa, the de facto leader of Syria, recently expressed the country’s exhaustion from war and emphasized that Syria poses no threat to its neighbour’s or the West. In an interview with the BBC in Damascus, he advocated for the lifting of sanctions imposed on Syria, stating that such sanctions were originally aimed at the old regime and should not ...