A federal judge temporarily blocked Donald Trump's attempt to deport alleged Venezuelan gang members using the Alien Enemies Act of 1798. Trump claimed the Tren de Aragua gang posed a national security threat. Civil rights groups argued the law wasn’t meant for peacetime. The judge has halted deportations for 14 days while reviewing the case.
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Meghan Markle's new Netflix series, With Love, Meghan, has received mixed reactions from fans. While some label it as 'entitled' and criticize the expensive lifestyle it showcases, others express excitement. The series features cooking, gardening, and crafting tips, with appearances from celebrity friends like Mindy Kaling and Prince Harry.
A powerful storm hit the central U.S., causing blizzards, high winds, and wildfires. It impacted 72 million people and led to widespread power outages. Interstate highways were closed, and authorities reported significant disruption, with Nebraska and Kansas among the hardest hit. Wildfire risks increased in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Missouri.
Maine Governor Janet Mills defied President Trump's executive order on banning transgender athletes in women's sports, vowing legal confrontation. Soon after, a video of Mills performing at an LGBTQ+ Halloween drag show surfaced, highlighting her consistent support for the LGBTQ+ community.
US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s new autism study has sparked controversy, alarming the medical community due to his history of promoting debunked vaccine-autism links. Experts and autism organsations fear the study is biased and could undermine public health by discouraging vaccination, citing genetic factors as the primary cause of autism.
Bangladeshi Americans, Buddhists, and Christians appeal to US President-elect Donald Trump to secure the release of Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das and address the ongoing persecution of religious minorities in Bangladesh. They urge for intervention linking Bangladesh's UN peacekeeping involvement to the cessation of internal persecutions.
Imran Khan, Pakistan's former Prime Minister, is open to reconciliation talks with the government or any institution, according to Junaid Akbar. However, Khan refuses to be coerced into submission while incarcerated since August 2023. Akbar emphasized the need for institutions to operate within legal boundaries, warning of potential unrest if public concerns are ignored.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Cabinet delays approval of a ceasefire agreement with Hamas after the group reportedly reneges on parts of the deal. Brokered by the US and Qatar, the agreement would release hostages and prisoners, with Israeli forces withdrawing from Gaza, but escalating violence complicates its implementation.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's professional separation in 2024 led to fewer joint public appearances, sparking speculation about their relationship. Individually focusing on philanthropic and business ventures, their contrasting public persona indicates a significant shift, with fans eagerly awaiting their next steps in 2025.
Arnold Ruutel, a key figure in Estonia's quest for independence in 1991, has passed away at the age of 96. Ruutel, who served as Estonia's president from 2001 to 2006, played a significant role in the country's accession to the European Union and NATO. His leadership and contributions are fondly remembered.