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Syrian Kurdish Forces Aiming to Resolve Weeklong Clashes with Militia within the Next 24 Hours

Tuesday, U.S.-backed and Kurdish-led Syrian forces advanced further into the last Arab tribesmen stronghold in eastern Syria. A spokesperson stated that they intended to terminate the days-long clashes in the “next 24 hours.” Eight days after the outbreak of fighting along the Euphrates River in the oil-rich province of Deir el-Zour, at least 50 persons,…

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Hochul Faces Backlash from Medical Marijuana Industry Over New York’s Cannabis Legalization

After being denied access to the Empire State’s law authorizing marijuana sales, medical marijuana vendors have pushed Gov. Kathy Hochul to permit them to sell their product to all adults. The four medical cannabis businesses pleaded with Hochul to change his mind and grant them licenses so they can speed up the state’s sluggish and…

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US and Vietnam Strengthen Ties, Stirring Geopolitical Ripples in the South China Sea

As President Joe Biden visits Hanoi in a week, the United States plans to upgrade its diplomatic ties with its erstwhile enemy Vietnam, a decision that may irritate China and have uncertain commercial ramifications. Vietnam had initially expressed hesitation over the upgrade out of concern for the possible response from its much larger neighbor. The…

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US President Biden Voices Disappointment as Chinese President Xi Skips G20 Summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping’s decision to skip the next G20 conference in India has been described as “disappointed” by US Vice President Joe Biden. According to Reuters, Chinese Premier Li Qiang is anticipated to represent Beijing at the summit in New Delhi this week. I’m disappointed, but I’m going to see him, Mr. Biden told…

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Pennsylvania Ends Three-Decade Funding for Anti-Abortion Counseling Centers

Democratic and Republican legislators in Pennsylvania have authorized millions of taxpayer cash for an anti-abortion campaign for almost 30 years. As the organization that distributes those monies and other organizations like it gain notoriety since the Roe v. Wade decision, Democratic Governor Josh Shapiro is now planning to terminate the contract. The state of Pennsylvania…

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