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Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Award honorees and his dream by voting. Keynote speaker is Congressman Jonathan Jackson.

Maine disqualifies Donald Trump from ballot due to role in Capitol attack. Trump campaign vows appeal to Supreme Court.

Justice Sandra Day O'Connor memorialized by President Biden and Chief Justice Roberts as a trailblazer and pioneer for women.

President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden continue Los Angeles-area fundraising blitz, with solemn visit to Norman Lear's shiva, amid protests.

West Point and Naval Academy students sing alma maters at Army-Navy game, representing American values. The country's future depends on it.

Liz Cheney, a former Republican Representative, is considering a third-party run for president in 2024, citing Trump as a threat to democracy.

Guyana remains vigilant after Venezuelans vote in favor of claiming oil-rich border region, raising fears about Venezuela's intentions.

Washington DC policymakers mock human rights, democracy, and the rule of law. The U.S. is using Pakistan for its own interests.

34 arrested after "huge destruction by a riotous mob" in Dublin. 13 shops damaged, 11 cars damaged, 32 to appear in court.

Right-wing populist Javier Milei wins fiercely polarized election in Argentina, promising a dramatic shake-up to the state. Voters demand change.

Abigail Spanberger, former CIA officer, announced her run for Virginia governor in 2025, sparking interest in her family and political career.

Senator Joe Manchin announced he will not run for re-election in 2024, impacting politics in West Virginia and nationally.

Jill Stein, 73, is launching her third presidential campaign, seeking the Green Party's nomination, with the potential to impact the 2024 election.

NJ Democratic power broker ejected from Eagles game after displaying US-Israeli flag. Eagles claim he was abusive, not removed for flag.

Abia PDP congratulates Senatorial candidate on victory, uncovers plot by Labour Party to cause mayhem in the state.

Republican candidate Vivek Ramaswamy wants to make a "deal" with Russian President Vladimir Putin over the war in Ukraine. Ramaswamy questions Ukraine's democracy and wants to end US aid to the country. He is currently fourth in the polls, behind Trump, DeSantis, and Haley.

Yemen's Houthi movement launched missiles and drones at Israel, raising concerns of a dangerous escalation in the Middle East conflict.

IGP accused of abusing police powers to protect PM's wife, investigation into critic deemed a waste of resources. #AbuseOfPower #PoliceMisconduct

Republicans elect Rep. Mike Johnson as House speaker, ending weeks of political chaos and ready to get to work.

U.S. Senator Bob Menendez has been indicted on charges of acting as a 'foreign agent' and accepting bribes.

Controversial MP expresses anxiety over Middle East events; Taliban supports Hamas; Israel ready to inflict damage; two-state solution dead.

Narges Mohammadi, an Iranian human rights activist, has been awarded the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize while imprisoned in Tehran.

North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum criticized the recent Republican presidential primary debate for excessive crosstalk and lack of control.

Former President Donald Trump's campaign is shifting its focus from the second Republican debate to Michigan and the general election.

Rupert Murdoch, the media mogul who transformed British media, has stepped down as leader of Fox and News Corp.

Protests are planned outside Indian consulates in Canada after the murder of a Sikh leader in the country. Sikhs for Justice, an organization known for organizing referendum votes on Khalistan, is seeking the expulsion of the Indian High Commissioner to Canada and urging the Canadian government to label India a state sponsor of terror. The Indian government has strongly denied any involvement in the murder and has called on the Canadian government to take action against anti-India elements operating from their soil. The murder is currently being investigated by the RCMP.

Los Angeles County politician Mark Ridley-Thomas sentenced to prison for accepting benefits while favoring USC in county contracts.

Former President Jimmy Carter, 98, is in the "final chapter" of his life, according to his grandson. Carter entered hospice care in February and has faced health scares in recent years. His wife, Rosalynn Carter, who has dementia, still knows her family and is able to form new memories. The couple, married for 77 years, continue to hold hands and are an inspiration to many.

Hillary Clinton laughs at news of indictment against former campaign opponent, frames interview as "getting the last laugh."

Monique Worrell has been replaced as State Attorney for the Ninth Judicial Circuit in Florida after being suspended by Governor Ron DeSantis.

"Unveiling the Key Figures: Trump Co-Conspirators in the 2020 Election Interference Indictment" - Shocking revelations of individuals closely linked to Trump implicated in election interference. Demand for transparency and accountability grows.

Mitch McConnell's falls raise concerns about his health and future.

Niger President removed in military coup; international concern grows.

Vladimir Putin envisions a new multipolar world order for justice and democracy.

SAG AFTRA President Fran Drescher faces controversy over antivax stance.

Declaration of Independence shaped British history, inspired political and social reforms.

The US Supreme Court has rejected a controversial legal theory that could have changed the way elections are run across the country. The court ruled 6-3 that legislatures do not have absolute power in setting the rules of federal elections and can be second-guessed by state courts. However, the court also stated that state courts must act within "ordinary bounds" when reviewing laws governing federal elections. This has left the door open to more limited challenges that could increase the Supreme Court's role in deciding voting disputes during the 2024 presidential election.