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#illegals
Fox News: Seven Chinese nationals charged in multimillion-dollar marijuana trafficking operation
Seven Chinese nationals in Massachusetts have been charged for their involvement in a multimillion-dollar marijuana trafficking organization. The group allegedly ran interconnected grow houses and smuggled individuals into the U.S. to work off debts.
Prosecutors claim the defendants made significant profits from marijuana sales, using the money for luxury items. Charges include conspiracy to manufacture and distribute marijuana, with some facing additional counts related to smuggling and money laundering.
#politics
GB News: Council meeting ends with shouts of 'disgusting' over 'undemocratic' change to rules
A local council meeting in Nuneaton and Bedworth erupted in controversy over a proposed rule change to move question time from the start to the end of meetings. Critics, including Conservative leader Kris Wilson and Green Party leader Michele Kondakor, argued this would limit democratic participation and potentially cut short important questions.
Supporters of the change, including Councillor Caroline Phillips, cited safety concerns for female councillors as a reason for the adjustment. Despite the arguments, the proposal was defeated, leading to shouts of "disgusting" from attendees.
#economy
Le Monde: Poverty and inequality in France reach highest levels in 30 years
In 2023, France reported a significant rise in poverty, with approximately 9.8 million individuals living below the monetary poverty threshold. The poverty rate increased to 15.4%, the highest since 1996, with a notable jump of 650,000 people falling into poverty.
Inequality also escalated, with the wealthiest 20% earning 4.5 times more than the poorest 20%, marking a historic gap. The Gini coefficient, a measure of income inequality, is nearing its peak, reflecting a trend not seen since the early 1970s.