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May
Parliamentary Bar Closures Spark Security Concerns Amid Drink-Spiking Probe
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Parliamentary Bar Closures Spark Security Concerns Amid Drink-Spiking Probe

Commons Leader Lucy Powell pushed back against calls to close Parliament's bars after a drink-spiking scare, warning it could put MPs at greater risk if they went off-site. Policymakers now face a balancing act between safety and the convenience of on-premises bars.

Kellan Fitzpatrick
25
Mar
High Registrations of Motability Cars Raise Questions in Northern Ireland
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High Registrations of Motability Cars Raise Questions in Northern Ireland

The UK government faces scrutiny over high Motability car registrations in Northern Ireland. Nearly 18,000 of new vehicles were through the scheme, contrasting with a 24.3% disability rate. Concerns include potential misuse, but officials emphasize the scheme's importance and counter-fraud measures. The issue highlights both regional high registration rates and the need for transparent management.

Kellan Fitzpatrick
18
Mar
Conor McGregor Faces Heat Over Immigration Comments During White House Visit
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Conor McGregor Faces Heat Over Immigration Comments During White House Visit

Conor McGregor's recent comments on Ireland's immigration policies after meeting Donald Trump prompted a political storm. Irish leaders, including Taoiseach Micheál Martin, said McGregor's views don't represent national values, especially as Ireland grapples with immigration challenges. The backlash also follows McGregor's civil liability ruling in a rape case, adding to the controversy.

Kellan Fitzpatrick
7
Mar
Steve Bannon's Gesture Spurs Outrage - French Far-Right Leader Backs Out of CPAC
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Steve Bannon's Gesture Spurs Outrage - French Far-Right Leader Backs Out of CPAC

French far-right leader Jordan Bardella pulled out of the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) after Steve Bannon's gesture, perceived as a Nazi salute, sparked controversy. Though Bannon dismissed the act as a wave, the incident deepened tensions among right-wing factions, highlighting ideological fractures despite shared views. Bardella emphasized the gesture's provocative nature, further criticizing Bannon's leadership capabilities.

Kellan Fitzpatrick
24
Jan
JFK's Grandson Harshly Criticizes Trump Over Assassination Files Release
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JFK's Grandson Harshly Criticizes Trump Over Assassination Files Release

Jack Schlossberg, the sole grandson of former U.S. President John F. Kennedy, strongly opposes President Donald Trump's decision to declassify remaining documents related to JFK's assassination. Schlossberg accuses Trump of using the matter for political reasons and rejects conspiracy theories surrounding the event. His comments also address falsehoods spread by RFK Jr. and concern for political motives.

Kellan Fitzpatrick
24
Jan
President Biden's Landmark Move for Transparency with JFK, RFK, and MLK Assassination Files
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President Biden's Landmark Move for Transparency with JFK, RFK, and MLK Assassination Files

President Joe Biden has issued an order for the release of assassination records of John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy, and Martin Luther King Jr. This decision, refuting earlier reports attributing the move to Donald Trump, aims at bringing long-awaited transparency decades after these pivotal events. Biden's order follows earlier delays due to national security concerns, now deeming it crucial for public interest.

Kellan Fitzpatrick