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Hear how jurors reacted to defense's closing statement in Trump hush money hearing | Image Credit: CNN.com On Wednesday, the jury in the criminal trial of Donald J. Trump will start deliberations following hours of closing statements that presented the case in harsh and incongruous terms. In the first criminal trial of an American president, the 12 New Yorkers might take hours, days, or even weeks to reach a conviction. Additionally, the court will provide the jurors with instructions on pertinent legal matters prior to their start of deliberations. A day after the jurors witnessed the last round of intense arguments from both sides, the case enters its last phase. Joshua Steinglass, a prosecutor, painstakingly detailed a plot to suppress a porn star's report of having sex with...

Sweden seeks to answer worried students’ questions about NATO and war Their concerns had been aroused by remarks made by the nation's top military commander and the minister of civil defence, who said that war was possible and that Swedes needed to get ready. News of the remarks rapidly leaked out, and the national children's support line began receiving more inquiries concerning war. The last war Sweden fought concluded in 1814. As Björkwall put it, "We have had the policy of neutrality for so long, several hundred years, that I have to teach about what has happened in the world, what has changed that made us change our policy. Of course we have to deal with the students' worries about risk for conflict and war, and explain why we joined." Björkwall's new curriculum aims to cl...

Biden campaign sends allies De Niro and first responders to Trump’s NY trial | Image Credit: wkrn.com In an attempt to shift the focus of the presidential contest back to the former president's involvement in the U.S. Capitol uprising on January 6, 2021, President Joe Biden's campaign appeared outside the criminal hush money trial of former President Donald Trump in New York City on Tuesday along with actor Robert De Niro and two former police officers. For Biden's staff, which had mostly disregarded the trial since it started six weeks ago and is now hoping to take advantage of its dramatic conclusion, sending the "Goodfellas" actor and the first responders who were in the Capitol on January 6 was a dramatic about-face. Although the Biden campaign was hesitant to support Trump's cla...

Pope Francis Discussed Climate Change with World Leaders In a pivotal moment for global climate action, Pope Francis recently convened with world leaders at the Vatican to address the escalating climate crisis. This high-profile meeting underscored the urgency of collaborative efforts to combat environmental degradation and highlighted the Pope's commitment to ecological stewardship, a central theme of his papacy. The Vatican Summit: A Historic Gathering The Vatican summit, held in May 2024, marked a pivotal moment in global climate diplomacy. Pope Francis has long been a vocal advocate for environmental stewardship, famously publishing the encyclical "Laudato Si'" in 2015, which called for urgent action to combat environmental degradation and its effects on the poor. This la...

Marilyn Mosby's convictions for perjury and mortgage fraud | Image Credit: marylandmatters.org Baltimore -- A court decided on Thursday that Marilyn Mosby, a former state's attorney for Baltimore City, will not be sentenced to jail for her crimes of perjury and mortgage fraud. Rather, she received a sentence that included 12 months of house confinement and three years of supervised release. 90% of the profits and her Florida condo would be forfeited, a judge decided. Mosby put 10% down to secure the mortgage, so she opted on 90%. Both Mosby and her supporters applauded Judge Lydia K. Griggsby's decision to save Mosby from prison time. "I just want to express my sincere desire. I'm grateful. An emotional Mosby thanked fans for the battle. "I express my gratitude to the f...

Katie Britt - US Senator - Family Photo Sen. Katie Britt (R-Ala.) introduced a measure this week to establish a government database that would store information on expectant individuals as a prelude to Mother's Day. When Britt, who was ridiculed in March for her remarks at President Joe Biden's State of the Union address, unveiled a “super cringe” video on Thursday promoting her new legislation—which contains many anti-abortion provisions—her detractors took notice. Related Article: Is Kate Middleton’s Family Still Drowning in Debt? "As a mother, I am aware that our children are the greatest blessing in life. In the video, Britt grinned as she promoted the MOMS Act, or the More Opportunities for Moms to Succeed Act. "And I also understand the sorts of hurdles that women encount...

Katie Britt - US Senator https://youtu.be/c6gO7JyXPIQ?si=BoXAU_e9o3pO8kOJ The Republican response to the president's State of the Union address was given on Thursday night by Senator Katie Britt of Alabama. Speaking from her family's kitchen, the 42-year-old tried to make a clear comparison with the US president, who will be 82 at the beginning of his second term in office. Related Article: Recent Activities and Milestones of Henry Kissinger – Former United States Secretary of State "We witnessed the actions of an elected official who has held office for a longer period of time than I have," the speaker stated.

Henry Kissinger Recent Political Activities| Image Credit: rollingstone.com Henry Kissinger, the 99-year-old statesman who served as National Security Advisor and Secretary of State under Presidents Nixon and Ford, remains a complex and controversial figure. While lauded for his role in ending the Vietnam War and opening relations with China, his foreign policy decisions during the Cold War continue to spark debate. This article explores Kissinger's recent activities, the ongoing evaluation of his legacy, and his enduring influence on international affairs. Recent Activities and Public Appearances Kissinger maintains a relatively low public profile. Due to his advanced age, his appearances have become less frequent. However, he still occasionally grants interviews and participates...

Denver's refugee crisis | Image Credit: fox21news.com DENVER – In the medians, no more flowers. cuts made to DMV and recreation center hours. a moratorium on employment in some city agencies. In the face of rising prices and a chronic housing scarcity, Denver officials are finding it difficult to service the city's tax-paying citizens as well as the more than 40,000 migrants who came in less than a year. Denver, a city that bills itself as a sanctuary, has helped the migrants find housing, gotten their children into schools, given them emergency food aid, and taught them how to fill out paperwork. It's a large-scale, costly endeavor in a city unaccustomed to handling such difficulties. And now the generosity of the city is starting to reveal some fractures. Denver officials ...