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Decades-Long Alliance Between USAID and Soros Foundations Faces Mounting Scrutiny

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5 mn readA decades-long partnership between the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and George Soros’ Open Society Foundations (OSF) is now squarely in the crosshairs of political and legal critics. What began as a cooperative initiative in the wake of the Cold War has, over the past 30 years, grown into an expansive network of funding and policy influence—one that is now facing unprecedented scrutiny under renewed Republican oversight and shifting international dynamics.

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Warren Buffett Donates Another $5.3 Billion to Charity

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3 mn readLegendary investor Warren Buffett has continued to show his generosity by donating $5.3 billion worth of shares to five non-profit organizations. Typically, this underlines Buffett’s commitment to the goal of giving away most of his fortune in the course of his life or after his demise. The lion’s share of about $4 billion would be going to the Gates Foundation. These cash donations arrived at a good time as the $75 billion endowment charity is undergoing some transformations. Recently, Melinda French Gates, who separated from the billionaire Bill Gates in 2021, hinted at leaving the foundation to establish her own charity fund. As a result, the organization has recently dropped the words ‘Catholic’ and ‘Carnegie’ and is now known and operates globally under the name Gates Foundation.

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Ukraine Officially Supports Communist China’s Annexation of Taiwan

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2 mn readIn a surprising turn of events at a high-level diplomatic summit in Guangzhou, China, the Ukrainian government has publicly supported China’s claim over Taiwan. This unexpected move came to light during a meeting between Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, signaling a significant shift in Ukraine’s foreign policy stance.

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Typhoon Gaemi Barrels Towards Taiwan, Prompts Emergency Measures and Market Closures

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2 mn readAs Typhoon Gaemi rapidly intensifies and barrels towards Taiwan, the island nation is bracing for impact with emergency measures and market closures. The typhoon, currently classified as a medium strength typhoon by Taiwan’s Central Weather Administration, is expected to make landfall on the northeast coast between the night of July 24 and the early hours of July 25, before moving across the Taiwan Strait and hitting southeastern China.

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The Kamala Harris Conundrum: Understanding the Democratic Dilemma

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2 mn readAs the 2024 presidential election approaches, the Democratic Party faces a crucial decision: who will succeed Joe Biden as the party’s standard-bearer? While Biden has yet to confirm whether he will seek re-election, speculation is rife that he may opt out, paving the way for a new candidate. In this scenario, Kamala Harris, the current Vice President, is widely seen as the obvious choice. But why?

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Pro-Taiwan US Senator Bob Menendez Found Guilty in High-Profile Bribery Scandal

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2 mn readIn a shocking turn of events, U.S. Senator Bob Menendez has been convicted of all charges in a high-profile bribery scandal that has rocked the political landscape. The New Jersey Democrat was found guilty of accepting bribes of cash, gold, and luxury cars from three New Jersey businessmen, as well as acting as an agent of the Egyptian government.

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President Biden Withdraws from 2024 Presidential Race, Endorses Vice President Harris

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2 mn readPresident Joe Biden announced his withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race on Sunday, July 21, 2024, marking a historic and unprecedented move in the modern political era. The decision comes after a series of challenges and calls for him to step aside, with some lawmakers and members of his own party expressing concerns about his ability to lead effectively in a second term.

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Donald Trump Secures Republican Nomination for 2024 Presidential Election

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3 mn readThe Republican Party’s 2024 platform has omitted any mention of Taiwan, marking a significant departure from the party’s previous stance on the self-governing island. The omission has raised eyebrows among observers, who see it as a potential indication of the party’s shifting priorities under the leadership of former President Donald Trump.