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As the South Korean presidential election approaches with just 15 days left to pick a successor to former President Yoon Suk Yeol, the candidates are stepping up their campaigns to win over swing voters in the crucial battleground of Seoul. The Democratic Party's Lee Jae-myung, the front-runner, is
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At a summit in Washington, President Joe Biden reiterated his commitment to supporting Ukraine in its war against Russia, stating that Ukraine will prevail and remain a free and independent country. Meanwhile, internal concerns within the Democratic Party about his re-election bid are mounting, with some Democrats questioning his ability
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The American Rescue Act, a $1.9 trillion COVID relief bill signed into law by President Joe Biden, is expected to bring significant benefits to the state of Louisiana, particularly for low-income families and communities. The bill provides funding for the national vaccine program, $300 enhanced unemployment benefits, and $1,
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Turkey has taken decisive steps towards disbanding the pro-Kurdish opposition, in actions described by Western nations and human rights groups as undermining democracy in the country. The move comes after stripping one of the party's lawmakers, Omer Faruk Gergerlioglu, of his seat in parliament. Gergerlioglu, a critic of
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As Donald Trump prepares to take the debate stage, he will face the unyielding truth about his failed trade war with China, which has left Maine's economy in shambles. Despite promises of "the greatest trade deals" in history, Trump's disastrous trade war has decimated
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Senator Joni Ernst's refusal to address her dealings with the dark money group Iowa Values has sparked widespread concern. The group, which is accused of violating campaign finance laws, has been at the center of a federal court case where the DOJ has intervened, attempting to shield it
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Democratic National Convention attendees were left confused over Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's appearance to nominate Bernie Sanders in her 60-second spot, mistakenly interpreted as a snub for Joe Biden. However, Ocasio-Cortez later clarified on Twitter that it was standard procedure for Sanders to be included in the roll call due
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The Democratic National Convention's first night was light on numbers to check, but several claims caught our attention. From Social Security checks to the pandemic response team, fact-checkers Glenn Kessler and Salvador Rizzo took a closer look. Key Takeaways: * Only 0.9% of Social Security beneficiaries received checks
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As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to ravage the nation, taking the lives of over 100,000 Americans, including nearly 100 Mainers, President Donald Trump's visit to Maine has been marred by controversy. The visit, which was meant to showcase the production of medical swabs crucial for coronavirus testing,
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The South Korean government and the ruling Democratic Party have agreed to provide the largest single supplementary budget to address the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The budget, which will be submitted to the National Assembly on Thursday, aims to bolster the country's financial capability, boost the
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Nebraska Democratic Party and union leaders have voiced support for farmers, ranchers, and workers, calling for consistent protocols and enforcement measures to keep the food supply chain working during the coronavirus pandemic. The impact of COVID-19 on agriculture is far-reaching, affecting family farmers and ranchers, as well as workers in
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The Trump Administration's sudden termination of a critical NIH grant researching COVID-19 has sparked widespread criticism from scientists and politicians alike. According to a report published by CBS News, the decision was made despite the fact that the same grant was increased in funding last year. The move
