Senate Democrats are seeking to include provisions related to immigration amnesty within the legislation that finances the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). This move comes amid ongoing debates about public safety and protests in Minneapolis. The proposed amendments aim to provide certain protections for undocumented immigrants, which has sparked discussion …
**Article:** A third individual involved in a cockfighting operation in Amarillo has been sentenced following a federal investigation into illegal gambling activities. Authorities have been targeting a network connected to cockfighting events, which also involved unlawful betting. The investigation uncovered a broader gambling scheme linked to the cockfighting ring, leading …
**Article:** The Newton Public Library has installed its first illuminated sign to improve visibility. The new sign is located on the northeast corner of the library building. According to the Newton Community Marketing Manager, electrical power will be connected to the sign shortly, allowing it to be lit during evening …
**Article:** In Dhaka, student Sadman Mujtaba Rafid was among many young Bangladeshis who actively participated in protests that led to the fall of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s administration. Despite facing opposition from his family and law enforcement, Sadman joined demonstrations driven by demands for political change and reform. However, …
**Article:** During a town hall meeting in Minnesota, a man rushed toward Democratic Representative Ilhan Omar and sprayed her with a foul-smelling liquid. The incident occurred as Omar was addressing constituents. Security quickly intervened, and the suspect was taken into custody without further incident. Omar was not physically harmed and …
**Article:** A district court in South Korea is scheduled to issue its verdict on Wednesday in the bribery trial of Kim Keon Hee, the wife of former President Yoon Suk Yeol. Kim faces allegations related to accepting bribes during her husband’s presidency, which led to his removal from office. The …
**Article:** On January 27, a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent attempted to enter the Ecuadorian consulate located in Minneapolis without permission. Ecuadorian officials reported the incident, emphasizing that consulates are considered sovereign territory and require proper authorization for entry by foreign agents. The consulate staff declined the agent’s …
**Article:** Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei, two giant pandas born in Japan, have arrived safely at a panda research center in Sichuan, China. The transfer was confirmed by the China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda via social media on Wednesday. The pandas were transported as part of …
**Article:** Joel Guerriau, a former French senator, has been sentenced to four years in prison for drugging a fellow member of parliament. Of the four years, 18 months are to be served in custody, while the remainder is suspended. The court found Guerriau guilty of administering a substance to the …
**Article:** Three political parties in the Netherlands have reached an agreement to form a coalition government. However, the coalition will not hold a majority in parliament and will need backing from other parties to pass legislation and maintain stability. The deal marks the beginning of negotiations on policy priorities and …