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Trump Administration Faces Constitutional Crisis
A court has found that the Trump administration did not comply with an earlier court order, and with recent statements from Vice President JD Vance, experts are warning of a potential constitutional crisis. This situation arises from the administration’s actions or inactions concerning judicial directives.
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Steve Bannon Pleads Guilty to Scheme to Defraud
Steve Bannon, a former advisor to Donald Trump, has pleaded guilty in a Manhattan court to one count of scheme to defraud, a low-level felony. This plea comes after his involvement in various financial misconduct allegations.
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NEA Cancels Grants Promoting DEI and “Gender Ideology”
The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) has announced it will no longer fund arts programs that promote Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) or “gender ideology,” leading to the cancellation of grants that have supported underserved communities for over 20 years.
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CFPB Directors Step Down Amid Political Changes
The directors of supervision and enforcement at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau have resigned, citing stop work orders issued by Russell Vought, the agency’s new acting director, reflecting significant changes within the bureau’s leadership.
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Marc Fogel Released in Exchange with Russia
Marc Fogel, detained in Russia since August 2021, has been released in what National Security Adviser Mike Waltz describes as “an exchange” with Russia and is now on his way back to the United States.
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Earthquake in Chile
An earthquake of magnitude 5.2 struck early morning on Sunday, February 16th, 2025, near Cañete, Arauco, Biobio, Chile. Reported by the National Seismological Center of the University of Chile, the shallow quake occurred at 4:08 am local time.
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Saudi Arabia to Host Summit on Gaza
Saudi Arabia will host the leaders of four Arab countries at a summit on February 20 to discuss Donald Trump’s proposal for a US takeover of Gaza. This meeting signifies a pivotal discussion on regional politics and international interventions.
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Delhi Railway Station Stampede
A tragic stampede at New Delhi Railway Station has resulted in 18 deaths, sparking a political uproar and highlighting issues with crowd management and safety at major transit points.
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Champions Trophy 2025 Schedule
The Champions Trophy 2025 is set to kick off in Pakistan on February 19, with the tournament opener between Pakistan and New Zealand. A high-profile match between India and Pakistan is scheduled for February 23 in Dubai due to security concerns.
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Ed Sheeran Announces New Album
Following his India tour, Ed Sheeran teased fans with the title of his upcoming album on Instagram. This announcement has sparked considerable interest among his global fanbase, eager for new music from the artist.
Source: Mint
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