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November 14, 2025 8 mins
The US and Israel are reportedly planning a long-term division of Gaza into a rebuilding-focused 'Green Zone' and a war-torn 'Red Zone.' The documents detailing this plan, the chaotic struggle to form an International Stabilization Force (ISF), and why the lack of foreign troops and funding threatens to trap Gaza in a limbo of "no war, no peace." This geopolitical strategy raises serious questions about the future of Palestinian se...
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The House of Representatives is now forced to vote on the full release of the Jeffrey Epstein files after a bipartisan discharge petition reached the necessary 218 signatures. This is a massive political defeat for the Trump administration, which actively lobbied key Republicans to stop the motion. Independent media has never been more important. Please support this channel by subscribing here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkb...
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The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) faces an unprecedented crisis that could force it to close by 2026. The Trump administration is challenging the agency's funding, arguing the Federal Reserve can't legally transfer money because it hasn't turned a profit. If the CFPB runs out of cash, experts warn it would dismantle crucial protections for working Americans. Independent media has never been more important. Please sup...
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The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)—a global symbol of journalistic impartiality—is reeling today after the shock resignations of Director-General Tim Davie and News CEO Deborah Turness. Their sudden departure follows an internal report alleging “serious and systemic” bias which was leaked and weaponized by Trump and his supporters. Independent media has never been more important. Please support this channel by subscribing ...
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The 40-day government shutdown is finally drawing to a close, but the political fallout is just beginning. In a stunning move, a small group of eight Senate Democrats broke ranks with Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and the Progressive Caucus to vote with Republicans, advancing a compromise bill to fund the government, whilst giving up on ACA subsidies. Independent media has never been more important. Please support this channel by s...
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U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford announced an unprecedented 10% reduction in flights at 40 of the busiest airports nationwide. Why the cut? The ongoing government shutdown has caused severe staffing shortages and fatigue among unpaid air traffic controllers, creating safety concerns in the national airspace. Starting Friday, the flight capacity reduction will be phased in to relieve press...
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Long-serving California Democrat Nancy Pelosi, a towering figure in US politics, has announced her retirement from Congress, concluding a career of over three decades. In a video shared on Thursday, Pelosi confirmed she won't be running again, with her current term ending in January 2027. Pelosi holds a historic place as the first woman Speaker of the House and led the House Democrats from 2003 until 2023. She marked the occasion b...
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In a historic New York City election, 34-year-old Zohran Mamdani has been elected the city’s 111th mayor — making him both the first Muslim mayor in NYC history and the youngest in over a century.The progressive Queens assemblyman defeated former governor Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa in a stunning upset that marks a major shift in city politics. Mamdani’s campaign focused on affordability, rent freezes, free childcare, ...
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A cargo jet operated by UPS Airlines crashed shortly after takeoff from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) in Kentucky on November 4, 2025, en route to Honolulu, with at least 4 dead, 11 injured. The aircraft—a 34-year-old McDonnell Douglas MD‑11F loaded with fuel for the long flight—went down around 5:15 p.m. local time, burst into flames in a massive fireball, and sent thick plumes of smoke into the air. #UPS2976...
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The longest government shutdown in U.S. history has left millions of Americans uncertain about their next meal. President Donald Trump’s administration announced it will provide only partial Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits—about 50% of the usual amount—after a federal judge ordered emergency funding. Meanwhile, polls show Trump’s approval rating dropping sharply amid growing frustration with the administra...
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In an historic and unprecedented move, King Charles III has officially stripped his brother, Prince Andrew, of all royal titles, honours, and privileges — ending his public role in the monarchy once and for all. Following years of scandal tied to Jeffrey Epstein and Virginia Giuffre’s allegations, Andrew will no longer be known as “Prince” or “Duke of York” and has been ordered to vacate his Royal Lodge residence. Independent medi...
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As the U.S. Senate breaks ranks with Donald Trump over his sweeping global tariffs, the former president claims victory in a high-stakes meeting with China’s Xi Jinping. But is the so-called “Busan truce” really a peace deal—or just a pause in a long economic war? Independent media has never been more important. Please support this channel by subscribing here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g?sub_confirmat...
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In a dramatic escalation, Israeli warplanes struck targets across Gaza after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered “powerful strikes” in response to alleged Hamas ceasefire breaches. Israel carried out another strike in the Gaza Strip on Wednesday, killing at least two people, following a night of heavy bombardment that left at least 104 Palestinians dead — including children — in what has become the most serious test yet of th...
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The Trump administration has launched one of the biggest leadership shake-ups in U.S. immigration history — replacing half of the top Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials with Border Patrol veterans. Reports say frustration inside the White House over slow deportation numbers — and a push to integrate more militarized Border Patrol tactics into ICE’s operations. Critics warn it’s a step toward a nationalized deportat...
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Hurricane Melissa’s explosive growth into a Category 5 storm highlights how climate change is intensifying tropical cyclones around the world. Scientists say the record-warm Caribbean waters—supercharged by rising global temperatures—acted like fuel, allowing Melissa to rapidly strengthen into a catastrophic hurricane. Warmer oceans provide more energy and moisture to storms, leading to higher wind speeds and heavier rainfall, whil...
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In a shocking and swift move, the historic East Wing of the White House has been completely demolished as of October 2025. After standing for 123 years and housing the White House Theater, this iconic structure was leveled over several days to make way for a new, privately funded grand ballroom planned by the Trump administration. This monumental change has ignited a firestorm of controversy. Preservationists are in an uproar, mour...
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The Trump administration's military campaign against alleged drug-smuggling vessels in the Pacific and Caribbean has sparked a severe diplomatic crisis, with key allies like Colombia and Mexico condemning the lethal strikes as violations of international law. The expansion of the operation has killed at least 37 people, prompting concerns from legal experts about potential war crimes. #Trump #WarCrimes #Colombia #DrugWar #USMilitar...
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Donald Trump is seeking a staggering $230 million compensation from the Justice Department for the federal investigations into his conduct. This unprecedented administrative claim raises immediate red flags, as any settlement could require approval from senior DOJ officials, including those who previously served as his personal defense attorneys. #Trump #DOJ #JusticeDepartment #PoliticalCorruption #MarALago #ToddBlanche #LegalNews ...
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The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has delivered a game-changing ruling, overriding state objections and permitting the immediate deployment of federalized National Guard troops into Portland, Oregon. This decision fundamentally redefines the limits of presidential power in domestic civil law enforcement. Meanwhile, the administration is simultaneously threatening to invoke the Insurrection Act to send forces into San Francisco. ...
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Donald Trump is escalating his assault on American democracy, targeting political enemies, weaponizing the justice system, cozying up to authoritarian regimes, and cracking down on dissent at home. As federal troops patrol U.S. cities and civil rights groups face government scrutiny, millions are preparing to push back. This Saturday’s No Kings protest is expected to be one of the largest demonstrations in modern American history, ...
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