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On February 21, 2025, Senators Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez launched their highly anticipated “Fighting Oligarchy Tour” in Omaha, Nebraska, signaling the beginning of a new political movement aimed at dismantling corporate control over American democracy. The rally, which attracted the largest crowd in the city’s history, marked the official start of a nationwide campaign to challenge the growing influence of billionaires and powerful corporations in the political process. This unprecedented mobilization aims to bring about transformative reforms to tackle America’s deepening economic and political inequalities. A Call for Economic Justice and Political Reform The overwhelming turnout in Omaha was…

In a groundbreaking decision on February 26, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled to grant Richard Glossip a new trial, nearly three decades after his conviction for the 1997 murder of Barry Van Treese. Glossip has spent 28 years on death row in Oklahoma, and his case has become a focal point in the broader debate over the death penalty and justice system reform in the United States. The Original Case and Glossip’s Claims of Innocence Glossip was convicted of orchestrating the murder of his former employer, Barry Van Treese, based largely on the testimony of Justin Sneed, a co-defendant…

The US stock market has been facing considerable challenges as economic concerns weigh heavily on investor sentiment. In recent weeks, the S&P 500 index, a key benchmark for the broader stock market, slipped into negative territory for the year, reflecting a combination of factors that have unsettled traders and analysts alike. The most immediate trigger for the downturn has been fears of an economic slowdown, but the situation has been exacerbated by a wave of negative news affecting major sectors of the economy. One of the most notable catalysts for the recent market plunge was a surge in US jobless…

In February 2025, artificial intelligence (AI) is playing an increasingly prominent role in the American workforce, changing the way companies operate, employees perform tasks, and industries function. With advances in automation, machine learning, and natural language processing, AI is poised to revolutionize numerous sectors, from manufacturing and finance to healthcare and customer service. AI-driven automation is transforming industries by taking over repetitive and mundane tasks, allowing human workers to focus on more complex and creative responsibilities. In 2025, AI is responsible for automating tasks in fields like accounting, data entry, and logistics, leading to greater efficiency and cost savings. However,…

On February 20, 2025, Sudan’s paramilitary group, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), led by General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, known as Hemedti, declared the formation of a breakaway government, marking a dangerous escalation in the country’s ongoing civil war. This announcement comes 22 months after the RSF launched a violent conflict against Sudan’s military rulers, plunging the country into one of the most severe humanitarian crises in the world. The war has claimed tens of thousands of lives and displaced more than 12 million people, exacerbating an already fragile situation. RSF’s Rise to Power and Brutality Once aligned with Sudan’s military,…

The global financial landscape has been thrown into uncertainty following the recent tariff policies announced by the U.S. administration. As nations across the world react to these changes, the ripple effects are evident in financial markets, where sharp volatility has become the norm. The imposition of new tariffs, particularly on key trading partners such as China, the European Union, and Canada, has sparked concerns about the potential for a larger trade conflict. For several years, the U.S. has been at the center of a broader debate about trade imbalances and the role of tariffs in achieving economic goals. However, the…

In February 2025, cities across the United States are embracing a growing movement toward creating more green spaces in urban areas, a trend that is reshaping city planning and improving the quality of life for residents. As urban populations continue to rise, local governments and urban planners are focusing on sustainability, health, and environmental benefits by expanding parks, green roofs, community gardens, and green infrastructure. This transformation is part of a broader initiative to address the urban heat island effect, air pollution, and the mental health challenges faced by city dwellers. The creation of accessible green spaces is seen as…

A significant diplomatic initiative unfolded on February 18, 2025, when high-ranking officials from both the United States and Russia met in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to discuss the ongoing war in Ukraine. The gathering, hosted in the neutral setting of the Gulf city, brought together U.S. Senator Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in a rare direct engagement between the two nations, which have been central to the war’s geopolitical ramifications since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022. An Effort to Revitalize U.S.-Russia Diplomacy The Riyadh summit was presented as an effort to revive diplomatic relations between the U.S.…

Leonard Peltier, the Native American activist convicted for the deaths of two FBI agents, was released from U.S. federal custody on February 18, 2025, after spending nearly five decades in prison. Now 80 years old, Peltier’s release marks the end of a long and contentious chapter in American legal history, one that has been at the center of debates surrounding justice, civil rights, and the treatment of Native Americans within the U.S. legal system. The Controversy Surrounding Peltier’s Conviction In 1977, Peltier was convicted for the killings of FBI agents Jack Coler and Ronald Williams during a standoff at the…

On Presidents Day, February 17, 2025, a wave of protests swept across the United States, unified under the slogan “No Kings on Presidents Day.” Organized by the 50501 movement, demonstrators took to the streets from New York to Los Angeles, gathering outside courthouses, federal buildings, and city halls to voice concerns about the increasing concentration of power in the hands of the presidency. The protests highlighted fears that the nation was heading toward a more authoritarian form of governance, driven by a dangerous erosion of democratic checks and balances. Challenging the Concentration of Executive Power This nationwide protest was not…