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Opinion | Trump Kicks Down the Guardrails

Donald Trump's administration is increasingly reflective of his own unorthodox and controversial visions, challenging standard political perceptions.

On the ground: Trump's 2025 Inauguration draws MAGA faithful, not much else - Metro Philadelphia

The 2025 Inauguration of Donald Trump exhibited a more subdued political atmosphere compared to previous years.

Opinion | Trump Kicks Down the Guardrails

Donald Trump's administration is increasingly reflective of his own unorthodox and controversial visions, challenging standard political perceptions.

On the ground: Trump's 2025 Inauguration draws MAGA faithful, not much else - Metro Philadelphia

The 2025 Inauguration of Donald Trump exhibited a more subdued political atmosphere compared to previous years.
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#dail

Opposition parties unite to oppose Regional Independents 'hijacking opposition speaking time in the Dail'

Independents forming a technical group to gain Dáil speaking time faces opposition criticism regarding their government support and role.

'Long standing precedent' which allows Independents supporting Government get opposition speaking time, Ceann Comhairle tells TDs

Regional Independent TDs face backlash for seeking opposition speaking time while supporting the Government.

First row hits new Dail as Sinn Fein protests against Government's Independent backers getting Opposition time

Sinn Féin opposes Independents aligning with a technical group to gain speaking time, violating the Opposition's principles.

Opposition parties unite to oppose Regional Independents 'hijacking opposition speaking time in the Dail'

Independents forming a technical group to gain Dáil speaking time faces opposition criticism regarding their government support and role.

'Long standing precedent' which allows Independents supporting Government get opposition speaking time, Ceann Comhairle tells TDs

Regional Independent TDs face backlash for seeking opposition speaking time while supporting the Government.

First row hits new Dail as Sinn Fein protests against Government's Independent backers getting Opposition time

Sinn Féin opposes Independents aligning with a technical group to gain speaking time, violating the Opposition's principles.
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#human-rights

The Opposition in Venezuela is Afraid

Nicolas Maduro's government intensifies crackdown on opposition following a disputed election, with mass arrests and threats to civic freedoms.

Russia sentences lawyers of late opposition figure Navalny to prison

Lawyers tied to opposition figures in Russia face severe penalties, including imprisonment, highlighting the dangers of legal representation in such an oppressive environment.

Tanzania opposition member killed, US demands investigation DW 09/09/2024

The Tanzanian government is investigating the murder of opposition member Ali Kibao, who showed signs of severe torture.
President Suluhu vows to uphold democratic rights amidst rising tensions.

Eswatini opposition leader poisoned in South Africa, party says

The alleged poisoning of Mlungisi Makhanya underscores the dangers faced by pro-democracy activists in Eswatini, a country under absolute monarchy.

Zimbabwe opposition leader found guilty of attending unlawful gathering'

A Zimbabwe court convicted opposition leader Jameson Timba and 34 activists after extended pre-trial detention for participating in an unlawful gathering.

Belarus' Lukashenko to face only pre-approved challengers in election

Belarusian elections are configured to reinforce Lukashenko's power amid widespread repression and a lack of genuine political competition.

The Opposition in Venezuela is Afraid

Nicolas Maduro's government intensifies crackdown on opposition following a disputed election, with mass arrests and threats to civic freedoms.

Russia sentences lawyers of late opposition figure Navalny to prison

Lawyers tied to opposition figures in Russia face severe penalties, including imprisonment, highlighting the dangers of legal representation in such an oppressive environment.

Tanzania opposition member killed, US demands investigation DW 09/09/2024

The Tanzanian government is investigating the murder of opposition member Ali Kibao, who showed signs of severe torture.
President Suluhu vows to uphold democratic rights amidst rising tensions.

Eswatini opposition leader poisoned in South Africa, party says

The alleged poisoning of Mlungisi Makhanya underscores the dangers faced by pro-democracy activists in Eswatini, a country under absolute monarchy.

Zimbabwe opposition leader found guilty of attending unlawful gathering'

A Zimbabwe court convicted opposition leader Jameson Timba and 34 activists after extended pre-trial detention for participating in an unlawful gathering.

Belarus' Lukashenko to face only pre-approved challengers in election

Belarusian elections are configured to reinforce Lukashenko's power amid widespread repression and a lack of genuine political competition.
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#venezuela

U.S. recognizes Venezuelan opposition leader as winner of contested election

US supports opposition win in Venezuela's election.

Unveiling Venezuela's Repression: Surveillance and Censorship Following July's Presidential Election

The repression in Venezuela post-elections has been severe, marked by violence and the use of technology to suppress dissent.

Venezuela requests arrest of opposition candidate who claimed victory

The Venezuelan government targets opposition leader Edmundo González amidst a crackdown following the disputed electoral results favoring him over President Maduro.

Column | A month after Venezuela's contested election, the opposition fights on

The Venezuelan opposition likely defeated Maduro in a national election, but his regime claimed victory, undermining democratic processes.

The month that shook Venezuela (again): Chavismo digs in and represses hope for change

Venezuela's political situation has intensified following a disputed presidential election, leading to heightened tensions between Chavismo and the opposition.

Venezuelan opposition leader, Maria Corina Machado, is arrested

María Corina Machado, leader of Venezuela's opposition, was arrested amidst protests against President Maduro's authoritarian regime as she urged resistance.

U.S. recognizes Venezuelan opposition leader as winner of contested election

US supports opposition win in Venezuela's election.

Unveiling Venezuela's Repression: Surveillance and Censorship Following July's Presidential Election

The repression in Venezuela post-elections has been severe, marked by violence and the use of technology to suppress dissent.

Venezuela requests arrest of opposition candidate who claimed victory

The Venezuelan government targets opposition leader Edmundo González amidst a crackdown following the disputed electoral results favoring him over President Maduro.

Column | A month after Venezuela's contested election, the opposition fights on

The Venezuelan opposition likely defeated Maduro in a national election, but his regime claimed victory, undermining democratic processes.

The month that shook Venezuela (again): Chavismo digs in and represses hope for change

Venezuela's political situation has intensified following a disputed presidential election, leading to heightened tensions between Chavismo and the opposition.

Venezuelan opposition leader, Maria Corina Machado, is arrested

María Corina Machado, leader of Venezuela's opposition, was arrested amidst protests against President Maduro's authoritarian regime as she urged resistance.
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#mozambique

Mozambique on edge before ruling on disputed election results

Mozambique faces potential chaos over disputed election results amid violent protests and calls for civil unrest from opposition leaders.

Mozambique's deadly unrest mars Chapo's new leadership DW 01/14/2025

Mozambique experiences political unrest following disputed elections, with opposition protests highlighting calls for justice and a legitimacy crisis.

Uncertainty ahead for Mozambique DW 01/14/2025

Mozambique faces unrest and political strife following disputed elections, with calls for protests from opposition leader Venancio Mondlane.

Clashes in Mozambique as main opposition leader Mondlane returns from exile

Violence erupted in Maputo as police clashed with supporters of opposition leader Mondlane upon his return from exile after a disputed election.

Mozambique: Police fire tear gas at opposition leader DW 10/21/2024

Protests in Maputo escalated into violence, with police using tear gas on demonstrators including opposition leader Venancio Mondlane.

Mozambique: Opposition figures killed amid election protests DW 10/20/2024

The killings of two opposition figures highlight escalating political violence in Mozambique amid allegations of electoral fraud.

Mozambique on edge before ruling on disputed election results

Mozambique faces potential chaos over disputed election results amid violent protests and calls for civil unrest from opposition leaders.

Mozambique's deadly unrest mars Chapo's new leadership DW 01/14/2025

Mozambique experiences political unrest following disputed elections, with opposition protests highlighting calls for justice and a legitimacy crisis.

Uncertainty ahead for Mozambique DW 01/14/2025

Mozambique faces unrest and political strife following disputed elections, with calls for protests from opposition leader Venancio Mondlane.

Clashes in Mozambique as main opposition leader Mondlane returns from exile

Violence erupted in Maputo as police clashed with supporters of opposition leader Mondlane upon his return from exile after a disputed election.

Mozambique: Police fire tear gas at opposition leader DW 10/21/2024

Protests in Maputo escalated into violence, with police using tear gas on demonstrators including opposition leader Venancio Mondlane.

Mozambique: Opposition figures killed amid election protests DW 10/20/2024

The killings of two opposition figures highlight escalating political violence in Mozambique amid allegations of electoral fraud.
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#democracy

South Korean President Declares Martial Law

President Yoon declared martial law, accusing the opposition of attempting to undermine democracy, the first such declaration since the late 1980s.

Political chaos in South Korea: what is martial law and what comes next after Yoon Suk Yeol's U-turn?

Martial law declared for the first time in over 40 years in South Korea; Yoon cites opposition as anti-state forces.

South Korea's President Declares Martial Law: Live Updates

President Yoon Suk Yeol declared emergency martial law, accusing the opposition of undermining democracy amid political standoff.

Chad votes in first parliamentary election in over a decade: What to know

Chad's elections signal a push towards democracy amidst skepticism and significant opposition.

Tanzania: Opposition cries foul after CCM election victory DW 12/02/2024

Tanzania's ruling CCM party won over 98% of local election seats, reinforcing its long-standing dominance and testing President Samia Suluhu's popularity.

South Korean President Declares Martial Law

President Yoon declared martial law, accusing the opposition of attempting to undermine democracy, the first such declaration since the late 1980s.

Political chaos in South Korea: what is martial law and what comes next after Yoon Suk Yeol's U-turn?

Martial law declared for the first time in over 40 years in South Korea; Yoon cites opposition as anti-state forces.

South Korea's President Declares Martial Law: Live Updates

President Yoon Suk Yeol declared emergency martial law, accusing the opposition of undermining democracy amid political standoff.

Chad votes in first parliamentary election in over a decade: What to know

Chad's elections signal a push towards democracy amidst skepticism and significant opposition.

Tanzania: Opposition cries foul after CCM election victory DW 12/02/2024

Tanzania's ruling CCM party won over 98% of local election seats, reinforcing its long-standing dominance and testing President Samia Suluhu's popularity.
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#syria

Syrian opposition fighters overthrow Assad: What comes next?

Syria's civil war is reigniting, with opposition fighters making significant advances, challenging Assad's government after years of stability.

Celebrations in Damascus as Syrian opposition declares end of al-Assad rule

Syria celebrated the end of Bashar al-Assad's rule after 13 years of conflict, marking a potential shift in governance.
Opposition fighters declared Damascus free from Assad, leading to public jubilation.

Opposition fighters seize al-Assad presidential palace in Syria's Damascus

Syrian opposition fighters have seized control of Damascus, marking the end of Bashar al-Assad's 53-year rule.

How Assad's Regime Crumbled

Syria faces renewed factionalism as opposition groups compete for power following Assad's departure.

Syrian Opposition Demands Assad Commit to Transition of Power

Hadi al-Bahra demands a political transition in Syria, urging President Assad to adhere to UN resolution 2254 amidst the rebels' recent territorial gains.

Syrian opposition fighters overthrow Assad: What comes next?

Syria's civil war is reigniting, with opposition fighters making significant advances, challenging Assad's government after years of stability.

Celebrations in Damascus as Syrian opposition declares end of al-Assad rule

Syria celebrated the end of Bashar al-Assad's rule after 13 years of conflict, marking a potential shift in governance.
Opposition fighters declared Damascus free from Assad, leading to public jubilation.

Opposition fighters seize al-Assad presidential palace in Syria's Damascus

Syrian opposition fighters have seized control of Damascus, marking the end of Bashar al-Assad's 53-year rule.

How Assad's Regime Crumbled

Syria faces renewed factionalism as opposition groups compete for power following Assad's departure.

Syrian Opposition Demands Assad Commit to Transition of Power

Hadi al-Bahra demands a political transition in Syria, urging President Assad to adhere to UN resolution 2254 amidst the rebels' recent territorial gains.
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#south-korea

Martial Law Declared in South Korea: What to Know

Yoon Suk Yeol's declaration of martial law marks a radical shift in South Korea's political landscape, citing threats from opposition and North Korea.

South Korea president declares martial law to overcome opposition party

President Yoon Suk Yeol declared emergency martial law, blaming the opposition for government paralysis and aligning with North Korea.

South Korean President Declares Emergency Martial Law

President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law in South Korea, citing opposition control and pro-North sentiment, amid political turmoil and declining approval ratings.

South Korean military announces suspension of all parliamentary activity, says report live

President Yoon declared martial law, causing opposition lawmakers to assemble at the national assembly despite blocked access, igniting significant tensions in South Korea.

Martial Law Declared in South Korea: What to Know

Yoon Suk Yeol's declaration of martial law marks a radical shift in South Korea's political landscape, citing threats from opposition and North Korea.

South Korea president declares martial law to overcome opposition party

President Yoon Suk Yeol declared emergency martial law, blaming the opposition for government paralysis and aligning with North Korea.

South Korean President Declares Emergency Martial Law

President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law in South Korea, citing opposition control and pro-North sentiment, amid political turmoil and declining approval ratings.

South Korean military announces suspension of all parliamentary activity, says report live

President Yoon declared martial law, causing opposition lawmakers to assemble at the national assembly despite blocked access, igniting significant tensions in South Korea.
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#georgia

Protests Erupt in Georgia as It Pulls Back From Pro-Western Path

Georgia suspended its European Union bid for four years, sparking massive protests against the government amid calls for closer ties with the West.

Republic of Georgia Election

Georgia's political crisis emerges from disputed elections, threatening its ties with NATO and the EU amid accusations of electoral misconduct.

Georgian ruling party reopens parliament despite opposition boycott

The legitimacy of Georgia's recent election results is heavily disputed, leading to a boycott by opposition parties and significant public unrest.

Protests are breaking out in this key European neighbor state over allegations Russia rigged its election

Opposition protests in Georgia escalate due to allegations of election rigging and calls for a new election under international supervision.

Georgian opposition leader Zurab Japaridze arrested as pro-EU protest rages

Georgian police clashed with antigovernment protesters opposing the suspension of EU talks leading to the arrest of opposition leader Zurab Japaridze.

Protests Erupt in Georgia as It Pulls Back From Pro-Western Path

Georgia suspended its European Union bid for four years, sparking massive protests against the government amid calls for closer ties with the West.

Republic of Georgia Election

Georgia's political crisis emerges from disputed elections, threatening its ties with NATO and the EU amid accusations of electoral misconduct.

Georgian ruling party reopens parliament despite opposition boycott

The legitimacy of Georgia's recent election results is heavily disputed, leading to a boycott by opposition parties and significant public unrest.

Protests are breaking out in this key European neighbor state over allegations Russia rigged its election

Opposition protests in Georgia escalate due to allegations of election rigging and calls for a new election under international supervision.

Georgian opposition leader Zurab Japaridze arrested as pro-EU protest rages

Georgian police clashed with antigovernment protesters opposing the suspension of EU talks leading to the arrest of opposition leader Zurab Japaridze.
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Georgia's ruling party wins disputed election as monitors report violations such as bribery and voter intimidation

Georgia's ruling party won nearly 54% of the vote amid allegations of electoral fraud and opposition contestation.

Even in death, Alexei Navalny hasn't given up the fight against corruption in Russia

Alexei Navalny's life symbolized a fervent resistance against the Russian regime, culminating in his imprisonment and tragic death.

Alexei Navalny memoir says The Wire inspired political career: I'm a big fan'

Navalny's 2013 mayoral campaign was inspired by American politics as shown in The Wire, using grassroots strategies in Russia.
#political-violence

Turkey parliament descends into chaos as dozens of MPs take part in fistfight

A brawl in Turkey's parliament over jailed opposition deputy Can Atalay highlights escalating political tensions and violence among lawmakers.

Eswatini opposition leader in critical condition after alleged poisoning

Mlungisi Makhanya of Eswatini's opposition faces critical condition after alleged poisoning, raising concerns over political violence in the nation.

Turkey parliament descends into chaos as dozens of MPs take part in fistfight

A brawl in Turkey's parliament over jailed opposition deputy Can Atalay highlights escalating political tensions and violence among lawmakers.

Eswatini opposition leader in critical condition after alleged poisoning

Mlungisi Makhanya of Eswatini's opposition faces critical condition after alleged poisoning, raising concerns over political violence in the nation.
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#saturn

Want to See Saturn and Its Rings? - This Weekend Is Your Best Chance

Saturn is at its brightest and easiest to see during its opposition this week, particularly after midnight.

You can see Saturn in London's night sky this week - find out when and how

Saturn is visible from the UK during its opposition from September 8 to September 10, offering a unique stargazing opportunity.

Want to See Saturn and Its Rings? - This Weekend Is Your Best Chance

Saturn is at its brightest and easiest to see during its opposition this week, particularly after midnight.

You can see Saturn in London's night sky this week - find out when and how

Saturn is visible from the UK during its opposition from September 8 to September 10, offering a unique stargazing opportunity.
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Turkey MPs brawl over jailed opposition lawmaker DW 08/16/2024

Violence erupted in Turkey's parliament during a heated debate about jailed lawmaker Can Atalay, revealing deep political tensions.

Tanzania opposition leaders and supporters arrested in crackdown

Tanzanian police arrested opposition leaders and hundreds of supporters ahead of a Youth Day conference, citing concerns over potential violence.

Editorial | The case for Randy Mastro as NYC's top lawyer | amNewYork

Randy Mastro's diverse legal background reflects a balanced approach in representing various clients while facing controversy in his nomination as NYC corporation counsel.

Letters: Narrow view

Taking a narrow view of diversity and inclusion can lead to exclusion.
Individual efforts can make a significant impact on community cleanliness.
Opposition to inclusive practices might contradict the essence of diversity.
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