A doctor arrested after writing an article about Egypt’s fragile health system. A pharmacist picked up from work after posting online about the shortage of protective equipment. An editor kicked out of his home after questioning the official coronavirus numbers. A pregnant doctor arrested after a colleague used her phone …
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Dakota Access Pipeline to Close Pending Review, Federal Judge Rules
The Dakota Access pipeline, an oil route from North Dakota to Illinois that has inspired intense protests and legal battles, is to be closed pending an environmental review and to be drained of oil by August 5, a district court ruled Monday. The decision, which could be subject to appeal, …
Read More »The Norman conquest did not change much the lives of ordinary people
When William the Conqueror won the Battle of Hastings, he became King of England in 1066. This changed the political landscape of Europe and the course of world history. For the English aristocracy and religious leaders, the world turned upside down when William replaced them with their carefully selected Normans. …
Read More »Donald Trump defends the Redskins, the names of the Indian teams
President Donald Trump criticized the Washington Redskins and the Cleveland Indians on Twitter for considering the changes to the names of their respective teams, accusing the teams of “trying to be politically correct.” Trump tweeted Monday that the NFL Redskins and MLB Indians are “legendary sports franchises.” He also mocked …
Read More »Juice WRLD posthumous album “Legends Never Die” release date announced
Juice WRLD’s long-awaited album “Legends Never Die” is released this week. Juice WRLD Pass remains a difficult pill to swallow. At a young age, she was showing a lot of potential to become one of the greatest artists in the world. He had all the talent in the world as …
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