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Political figures, histories, and current events in the whole scope of modern and past politics. Work place politics.

Current World: A Snapshot of 2025
As we step deeper into 2025, the world feels like a complex tapestry of innovation, tension, hope, and uncertainty. Our planet today is defined by rapid technological breakthroughs, environmental concerns, shifting political landscapes, and evolving societal values. Every headline, every breakthrough, and every movement tells a piece of a larger, ever-changing story. Let’s take a closer look at some of the key elements shaping the current world.
By Jassica9 months ago in Journal
Putin's Long Game: How the Russian President Beat a Lot of Americans Presidents — With Trump as the Latest
Vladimir Putin, now a veteran of over two decades at Russia’s helm, has played a consistent, patient, and ruthless game on the world stage. Across the terms of multiple U.S. presidents — from Bill Clinton through Donald Trump — the Kremlin’s master tactician has demonstrated a remarkable ability to outmaneuver his American counterparts. Donald Trump, far from an exception, may simply be the most conspicuous example of Putin’s strategy at work.
By Azizul Hakim9 months ago in Journal
Trump meets Zelensky, then threatens new sanctions against Russia
ROME - In a remarkable instance of informal diplomacy, former U.S. President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine and President Donald Trump had a private conversation on Saturday, just before Pope Francis' funeral at St. Peter’s Basilica. The encounter, lasting approximately 15 minutes, took place against the backdrop of renewed tensions over the U.S. role in brokering an end to Russia’s war in Ukraine.
By Azizul Hakim9 months ago in Journal
Rio de Janeiro: When the Marvelous City Fell Apart
At six in the morning, Ana is already up. Backpack on her shoulders, she weaves through narrow alleys on her way to school. She knows which shortcuts avoid gang territories, and she’s learned that at the sound of gunfire, you drop behind the nearest wall. In Rio de Janeiro, for many children, fear is as ordinary as the sunlight that bathes the city.
By Paulo James Williams9 months ago in Journal
‘’Israeli forces will remain in Gaza even after the war’’
Israel's Defense Minister, Israel Katz, stated that Israeli forces will remain in various so-called security zones, including buffer zones in Gaza, to protect Israeli settlements, regardless of the war's outcome.
By A M Khan9 months ago in Journal
“Israeli fire kills at least 44 people in Gaza’’
On April 24, 2025, an Israeli airstrike in the Gaza Strip killed at least 44 Palestinians. Two missiles struck a police station in Jabaliya, northern Gaza, resulting in 10 deaths and many injuries. The Israeli military claimed they targeted a Hamas and Islamic Jihad command center that was planning attacks against Israel. However, Hamas has denied these allegations. Following the attack, the ICU and solar power systems of the Dura Children’s Hospital in Gaza City were damaged, though no casualties were reported from this incident.
By A M Khan9 months ago in Journal
Overnight exchange of gunfire between Indian and Pakistani forces along the Line of Control in Kashmir
Citing officials from the two hostile neighboring countries, AFP reported this on Friday. On Tuesday, at least 26 tourists were killed in an attack by gunmen in Pahalgam, a popular tourist destination in Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir. Just two days later, Indian and Pakistani forces exchanged gunfire.
By A M Khan9 months ago in Journal
FDA’s Milk Testing Program Pause: Experts Assure Public Safety
FDA’s Milk Testing Program Pause: Experts Assure Public Safety The United States of America Food and Drug Administration (FDA) temporarily suspended its milk and dairy proficiency testing program due to staffing reductions and budget constraints. Some consumers are concerned about the security of the nation's milk supply as a result of this decision. Experts and regulatory agencies, on the other hand, emphasize that this pause does not harm public health.
By Տᴘʏ〆Ꭾᴀɴᴅᴀ9 months ago in Journal
The Silent Collapse: How Democracies Die in the 21st Century
The Silent Collapse: How Democracies Die in the 21st Century Unveiling the Subtle Forces Undermining Freedom, Representation, and Civil Rights in Modern Societies
By Farhad khan 9 months ago in Journal
Latest on the Ukraine-Russia war: Zelensky aide argues with Kyiv mayor who suggests giving up land to Putin
Vitali Klitschko, the mayor of Kyiv, has argued with Volodymyr Zelensky's aide after he stated that Ukraine might have to give over land to Russia to ensure peace. To push through a peace agreement with Moscow, Donald Trump has increased pressure on Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky to make significant concessions.
By Francis Dami9 months ago in Journal
Why The Ideas Of Most Businesses, Creators, and Entrepreneurs Naturally Fail Before They Ever Begin
I Hear it All the Time. A Business gives their Business Pitch. A Creator talks about their latest Creation. An Entrepreneur Discusses how their New Thing is going to Revolutionize Their Industry.
By Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, DFM, DHM, DAS (hc)9 months ago in Journal
THE FACADE OF LEADERSHIP
A leader, like every other work, offers something (a good or service) to another person or community. The success of the leader depends on the excellent delivery of what he or she offers. Successful leaders are, thus, celebrated everywhere, even in the intimacy of the bedroom by men, women and children from all strata of the society. But the shame of their failure is a discussion borne by people who are busybodies.
By Gratitude LEKUNKENG9 months ago in Journal