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The search for the new Speaker of the House ended after three long weeks when Mike Johnson was elected (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/“United States House of Representatives chamber” by Office of the Speaker of the House. February 27, 2017).

Mike Johnson becomes House Speaker after weeks of turmoil

By Brenden Kelley | Nov. 1, 2023

The search for the new Speaker of the House ended after three long weeks. On Oct. 25, House Republicans elected Rep. Mike Johnson (R-La.) to become the new Speaker. In the days since Kevin McCarthy was voted out of the Speakers office, House Republicans made slow progress in the search for a new Speaker. According to the New York Times, Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) lost a secret vote on Oct. 20 to remain as the G.O.P. nominee for Speaker.

Sidney Powell, Donald Trump’s former attorney and colleague throughout his re-election campaign, pleaded guilty to six counts of conspiracy in the 2020 election (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/“Sidney Powell” by Tom Williams. November 19, 2020).

Powell pleads guilty: what this means and its implications

By Abigail Gilder | Nov. 1, 2023

On Oct. 19, a momentous event occurred that could potentially destroy the chances of reelection for former President Donald Trump in the upcoming presidential election. According to AP News, Sidney Powell, Donald Trump’s former attorney and colleague throughout his re-election campaign, pleaded guilty to six counts of conspiracy in the 2020 election.

A gunman fatally shot 18 people and left 13 wounded after opening fire at two locations in Lewiston, Maine (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons / “Lewiston-Auburn Court Street” by Back2reality07. July 14, 2013).

Mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine leaves 18 dead and 13 injured

By Gauri Patel | Oct. 31, 2023

A gunman fatally shot 18 people and left 13 wounded after opening fire at two locations in Lewiston, Maine. After an extensive two-day manhunt, the sole suspect, identified by officials as 40-year-old Robert Card, was found dead of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to CNN.

Between Oct. 7 and 15, three 6.3-magnitude earthquakes struck the western province of Herat in Afghanistan, directly affecting more than 66,360 people across multiple districts (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/ “June 2022 Afghanistan earthquake damage 2” by Tasnim News Agency. June 25, 2022).

Three 6.3-magnitude earthquakes struck Herat province in western Afghanistan

By Janjabill Tahsin | Oct. 31, 2023

Between Oct. 7 and 15, three 6.3-magnitude earthquakes struck the western province of Herat in Afghanistan, directly affecting more than 66,360 people across multiple districts, according to the U.N. Office for Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs.

Major discoveries were made about Mars, changing the way astronomers and scientists will look at the planet forever (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/“OSIRIS Mars true color” by ESA & MPS for OSIRIS Team MPS/UPD/LAM/IAA/RSSD/INTA/UPM/DASP/IDA. February 24, 2007).

Mars: what we now know about Earth’s neighbor

By Aneri Upadhyay | Oct. 31, 2023

Mars is one of eight planets in our solar system, and although it is one of Earth’s neighboring planets, there is still much to be discovered about its properties and liveability. Last week, major discoveries were made, changing the way astronomers and scientists will look at the planet forever.

President Joe Biden arrived in Tel Aviv, Israel on Wednesday to reaffirm the United States' solidarity with Israel in the wake of the Israel-Hamas war (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/“Vice President Joe Biden visit to Israel March 2016” by U.S. Embassy Tel Aviv. March 9, 2016).

Biden visits Israel after hospital blast in Gaza

By Gauri Patel | Oct. 27, 2023

President Joe Biden arrived in Tel Aviv, Israel on Wednesday to reaffirm the United States' solidarity with Israel in the wake of the Israel-Hamas war. The high-stakes visit was meant to bolster Israel’s fight against Hamas and negotiate agreements over providing humanitarian aid to Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank, according to CNN.

Federal prosecutors have accused Rep. George Santos of stealing donor’s identities and fraudulently ringing up tens of thousands of dollars on their credit cards in unauthorized charges (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/“Rep. George Santos Official Portrait” by U.S. House Office of Photography. December 2, 2022).

Federal prosecutors file 10 new felony charges against rep. George Santos

By Ailya Khan | Oct. 27, 2023

Federal prosecutors have accused Rep. George Santos of stealing donor’s identities and fraudulently ringing up tens of thousands of dollars on their credit cards in unauthorized charges. The Congressman was charged in an indictment that added 10 new felony charges to his pre-existing 13 charges.

The recent solar eclipse was marked with a special guest: a ring of fire (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/“2023-10-14 Annular Solar Eclipse Maximum (Upper Broadway Park)” by Nicole Sharp. September 22, 2023).

The ring of fire: details of the recent solar eclipse

By Aneri Upadhyay | Oct. 27, 2023

The recent solar eclipse was marked with a special guest: a ring of fire. This rare eclipse occurs when the moon moves in front of the sun but leaves the outer edges uncovered, leading to a “ring of fire” for people to marvel at from below.

Russian President Vladimir Putin visited China on Oct. 17 in a show of support for the nation’s leader Xi Jinping’s efforts to expand its economy and influence overseas (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/“Putin-Xi meeting (2023)” by Presidential Executive Office of Russia. March 21, 2022).

Vladimir Putin shows support for China’s Xi Jinping in visit to Beijing

By Leah Cruz | Oct. 24, 2023

Russian President Vladimir Putin visited China on Oct. 17 in a show of support for the nation’s leader Xi Jinping’s efforts to expand its economy and influence overseas, reported AP News. Xi welcomed a number of representatives, including Putin, to the Belt and Road Forum held in Beijing. The Belt and Road Forum is a showcase of the Chinese leader’s initiative to build new infrastructure and expand the nation’s diplomatic global influence.

As Murphy's departure looms, several potential frontrunners have emerged in the race for the gubernatorial election, including Rep. Mikie Sherrill, former Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli and Newark mayor Ras Baraka (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/“Jack Ciattarelli December 2021” by Nfeld. December 15, 2021).

Meet the frontrunners to become New Jersey’s next governor

By Shaim Akhtar | Oct. 24, 2023

New Jersey's Democratic Governor Phil Murphy is nearing the end of his term in 2026 and will not be eligible to run again due to the state's two consecutive term limit for governors. As Murphy's departure looms, several potential frontrunners have emerged in the race for the gubernatorial election, including Rep. Mikie Sherrill, former Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli, Newark mayor Ras Baraka and Jersey City mayor Steven Fulop.

The people of Myanmar have been routinely subject to abuses and bombardment by their own government, in the two years since a military coup replaced democratically elected Aung San Suu Kyi and members of her National League for Democracy party (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/“Flag of Myanmar (Lithuania colors)” by Glide08. December 28, 2020).

29 dead in Burmese displacement camp in military targeting of rebel groups

By Rajika Chauhan | Oct. 24, 2023

The people of Myanmar have been routinely subject to abuses and bombardment by their own government, in the two years since a military coup replaced democratically elected Aung San Suu Kyi and members of her National League for Democracy party. AP News reports that an airstrike conducted by the Myanmar military killed 29 people in a displaced persons camp on Oct. 10, among them about a dozen children. Targeted was the Mung Lai Hkyet camp located in Laiza, alongside the Chinese border in the northern state of Kachin.

Climate change may lead to an increase in insurance costs for homeowners if the temperature keeps rising (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/“FEMA - 37141 - Aerial of flooded homes in Wisconsin” by Walter Jennings. July 11, 2008).

Homeowners at risk for increased insurance due to climate change

By Aneri Upadhyay | Oct. 20, 2023

Climate change has led to an increase in heatwaves, hurricanes and other natural disasters, but people may be unaware of just how directly they are affected. Climate change may lead to an increase in insurance costs for homeowners if the temperature keeps rising.

The Harvard Undergraduate Palestine Solidarity Committee has drawn heavy criticism from notable alumni and U.S. lawmakers for authoring a letter co-signed by over 30 student groups blaming Israel for the Hamas attacks (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/“University Museum, Harvard Campus, Cambridge, Massachusetts” by Rizka. May 31, 2014).

Harvard student groups face backlash over a pro-Palestine letter

By Janjabill Tahsin | Oct. 18, 2023

The Harvard Undergraduate Palestine Solidarity Committee has drawn heavy criticism from notable alumni and U.S. lawmakers for authoring a letter co-signed by over 30 student groups blaming Israel for the Hamas attacks, stating that students “hold the Israeli regime entirely responsible for all unfolding violence.”

On Oct. 2, the Nobel Prize Winners for 2023 were announced (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/“Prix nobel M” by ArsusGomz. March 30, 2022).

Inspiring Discoveries: Nobel Prize Winners 2023

By Abigail Gilder | Oct. 16, 2023

On Oct. 2, the Nobel Prize Winners for 2023 were announced. The Nobel Prize was first developed conceptually by Alfred Nobel, a Renaissance inventor, entrepreneur, scientist and businessman. He also held interests in poetry and drama. Each of his interests are reflected in the six different types of Nobel Prizes, which are Physics, Chemistry, Medicine, Literature, Peace and Economics.

(Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/“Israel-Palestine flags” by User:Justass. October 20, 2009).

Thousands of Palestinians and Israelis dead in Israel-Hamas war

By Gauri Patel | Oct. 16, 2023

Israel has declared war on Hamas, a Palestinian militant group, after it launched an unprecedented attack by air, land and sea on southern Israel. The IDF has amassed military personnel and equipment at the border of Israel and Gaza after it announced plans to carry out “an integrated and coordinated attack from the air, sea and land.” With Israel calling up 360,000 reservists ahead of the attack, a cessation of hostilities seems to be a distant prospect.

Tennessee and Kentucky are facing legal disputes as they ban transgender care for minors (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/“2013 Rally for Transgender Equality 21186” by Ted Eytan. March 30, 2013).

Transgender care remains banned for youth in Tennessee and Kentucky

By Aneri Upadhyay | Oct. 15, 2023

Tennessee and Kentucky are facing legal disputes as they ban transgender care for minors. Their decision was reinforced by a 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals panel according to AP News. It was 2-1, with the support of Republican representatives from both Tennessee and Kentucky.

(Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/“Travis King” by United States Armed Forces).

U.S. soldier returns after North Korea detainment

By Aneri Upadhyay | Oct. 15, 2023

Sept. 27 marked the release and return of Travis King, a United States soldier who was taken into North Korean custody this summer. King is a 23 year old soldier who crossed into North Korea from South Korea according to NPR. He joined the Army in 2021 and is a private second class and cavalry scout.

The United States House of Representatives enters uncharted waters with the recent removal of Republican Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/“Kevin McCarthy, official portrait, speaker” by US House Photography. January 7, 2023).

Kevin McCarthy removed As House speaker In historical vote

By Ailya Khan | Oct. 14, 2023

The United States House of Representatives enters uncharted waters with the recent removal of Republican Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House. This ousting is quite extraordinary, marking the first time in U.S. history a speaker has been voted out of office. Several members of the GOP aligned with the House Democrats and moved to push McCarthy out of office, rebelling against their own party.

Tens of thousands of healthcare employees of Kaiser Permanente walked out their jobs onto the streets in multiple states for a strike that began on Oct. 4 (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/“Kaiser Permanente Silver Spring Medical Center Calverton MD 2023-04-05 15-43-11” by G. Edward Johnson. April 5, 2023).

Staffing shortages force thousands of healthcare employees to strike against Kaiser Permanente

By Leah Cruz | Oct. 13, 2023

Tens of thousands of healthcare employees of Kaiser Permanente walked out their jobs onto the streets in multiple states for a strike that began on Oct. 4, according to The New York Times. The strike comes in response to staffing shortages experienced by Kaiser hospitals and medical facilities all over the country.

On Oct. 4, President Joe Biden announced that 125,000 Americans will be approved for $9 billion in debt relief (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/“P20221021AS-1327 (52650424407)” by The White House. October 21, 2022).

Biden announces new plans to aid in student debt relief

By Aliyah Siddiqui | Oct. 13, 2023

The Biden administration is once again trying to provide debt relief to the millions of U.S. citizens who have student loans. On Oct. 4, President Joe Biden announced that 125,000 Americans will be approved for $9 billion in debt relief. This announcement comes after the Supreme Court struck down Biden’s former loan forgiveness program and as student debt repayments restart.

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Mike Johnson becomes House Speaker after weeks of turmoil

Powell pleads guilty: what this means and its implications

Mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine leaves 18 dead and 13 injured

Three 6.3-magnitude earthquakes struck Herat province in western Afghanistan

Mars: what we now know about Earth’s neighbor

Biden visits Israel after hospital blast in Gaza

Federal prosecutors file 10 new felony charges against rep. George Santos

The ring of fire: details of the recent solar eclipse

Vladimir Putin shows support for China’s Xi Jinping in visit to Beijing

Meet the frontrunners to become New Jersey’s next governor

29 dead in Burmese displacement camp in military targeting of rebel groups

Homeowners at risk for increased insurance due to climate change

Harvard student groups face backlash over a pro-Palestine letter

Inspiring Discoveries: Nobel Prize Winners 2023

Thousands of Palestinians and Israelis dead in Israel-Hamas war

Transgender care remains banned for youth in Tennessee and Kentucky

U.S. soldier returns after North Korea detainment

Kevin McCarthy removed As House speaker In historical vote

Staffing shortages force thousands of healthcare employees to strike against Kaiser Permanente

Biden announces new plans to aid in student debt relief

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