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#politics
Fox News: Hochul slams Trump’s ‘king’ remark after president's move to block congestion pricing toll in NYC
New York Governor Kathy Hochul is defending the state's congestion pricing program after President Trump moved to block it. During a recent meeting, Hochul criticized Trump's "king" remark, asserting that the program is essential for alleviating gridlock in New York City.
Despite federal opposition, the tolls remain in place due to a lawsuit from the Metropolitan Transportation Authority. Hochul remains committed to fighting for the program, believing that it will ultimately prevail in court.
The Western Journal: Watch: These Early Bill Clinton Clips Sound Exactly Like Donald Trump on Gov't Spending and Waste
Recent commentary highlights the contrast between past and present Democratic positions on government efficiency. It notes that while Democrats currently oppose efforts led by Trump and Musk to cut waste and reform government spending, Bill Clinton once championed similar reforms, emphasizing the need for an active government that avoids waste.
Clinton's rhetoric from decades ago mirrors today's calls for reform, as he advocated for significant cuts and efficiency improvements. The commentary suggests that Americans prioritize effective government over partisan politics, desiring fiscal responsibility regardless of party affiliation.
#society
The Western Journal: Boy Ends Up Impaled, Almost Loses Ability to Walk in Freak Grilled Cheese Accident
A 10-year-old boy in Mandurah, Australia, narrowly escaped paralysis after falling onto a knife while making a grilled cheese sandwich. The blade lodged in his spine, but thanks to swift medical intervention, he recovered and returned to school.
His mother emphasized the importance of safe knife placement in dishwashers to prevent similar accidents. Sturman also found solace in the hospital's creative programs during recovery, discovering a talent for puppetry.
Le Monde: Increasingly progressive women and conservative men: Why the ideological divide is widening among young people
A report by the French High Council for Equality highlights a significant divide among young people regarding gender issues. It reveals that 94% of young women believe it is harder to be a woman today, compared to 68% of young men, indicating a growing polarization in perceptions of gender equality.
This trend reflects broader ideological divides among under-30s in Western democracies, reviving discussions on the "gender gap" in political affiliations and values. Political scientist Anja Durovic provides insights into these generational and gender inequalities.
#foreignaffairs
Times Of Israel: Tens of thousands pack stadium for Nasrallah funeral, as Israeli fighters fly overhead
Tens of thousands attended the funeral of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in Beirut, expressing loyalty to the group despite recent setbacks against Israel. Nasrallah, who led Hezbollah for over 30 years, was killed in an Israeli airstrike, prompting vows from Hezbollah to continue their resistance.
Israeli warplanes flew over the funeral as a warning to those threatening Israel, while airstrikes targeted Hezbollah sites in Lebanon. Hezbollah's leadership pledged to uphold Nasrallah's legacy, asserting their readiness to confront Israel and emphasizing their influence in Lebanese politics.
Human Events: Zelensky claims US aid was grant not loan, says he’ll step down in exchange for NATO membership
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has rejected a potential U.S. financial assistance deal that would require Ukraine to repay aid, stating it would be akin to a loan rather than a grant. He expressed readiness to resign in exchange for NATO membership and emphasized the need for transparency in aid negotiations.
Zelensky criticized a clause in the proposed agreement that would mandate Ukraine to return double the amount received, asserting that previous U.S. support was considered grants and not debt. He called for direct dialogue with U.S. leaders to establish a pragmatic partnership.
GB News: 'It is absolutely outrageous!' Israel minister hits out at the BBC for 'pure Hamas propaganda'
Israel's Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel criticized the BBC for airing a documentary titled "Gaza: How to Survive a Warzone," calling it "pure Hamas propaganda." She argued that the BBC must have known about the narrator's family ties to Hamas and demanded an investigation into the broadcaster's impartiality.
The BBC initially defended the documentary but later removed it from iPlayer amid scrutiny and added a note regarding the narrator's connections. The documentary aimed to depict life in Gaza during conflict, but the backlash prompted the BBC to conduct further due diligence with the production company.
Le Monde: Zelensky offers to resign in exchange for Ukrainian NATO membership
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated he would resign if it meant securing NATO membership for Ukraine amid ongoing tensions with Russia. He expressed a desire to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump before Trump's anticipated meeting with Vladimir Putin, seeking U.S. security guarantees.
Zelensky faces criticism from Trump, who has labeled him a "dictator" and made false claims about Ukraine's role in the war. Meanwhile, Russia dismisses the possibility of territorial concessions and continues to reject Ukraine's NATO aspirations, as diplomatic tensions escalate.
#crime
Le Monde: France arrests 10 linked to gang leader's escape with Romania set to extradite him
Mohamed Amra, a notorious gangland figure in France, was arrested in Bucharest, Romania, after evading capture for nine months following a violent prison van ambush that resulted in the deaths of two prison officers. Romanian authorities will extradite him to France within 30 days.
In connection with Amra's escape, ten suspected accomplices were arrested in France, accused of aiding in the ambush and subsequent hiding of Amra. French officials are implementing new security measures, including the establishment of a supermax prison to prevent similar incidents in the future.