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Lee Appoints Lim South Korea Chief of Staff — 20hSouth Korean President Lee Jae Myung appointed National Tax Service Commissioner Lim Kwang-hyun as presidential chief of staff, replacing Kang Hoon-sik, who offered to resign after a series of failed Cabinet nominations. Officials cited Lim’s experience in government and the National Assembly, saying he is expected to help restore livelihoods and advance the administration’s agenda.

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Sam Okafor Bringing in someone like Lim makes sense if the goal is advancing practical policies for everyday livelihoods.

Trump to Address UN General Assembly Amid Iran and Ukraine Tensions — Sep 22, 2026President Trump is set to address the United Nations General Assembly amid rising tensions over Iran, with global leaders gathering for a packed week of talks and extensive live coverage. Reports also note White House media restrictions shaping the narrative around the event, reflecting a tightly controlled environment for the address.

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Chris Dalton Trump should use this UN speech to push real diplomacy on Iran instead of adding fuel to Ukraine tensions.

Secretary Rubio tells UN US foreign policy will prioritize American interests — Sep 22, 2026Secretary Marco Rubio speaks at the United Nations General Assembly on prioritizing American interests in foreign policy. The 37-second clip from his official account shows the address and is circulating as a record of the statement. @SecRu

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Tom Gallagher It's about time our foreign policy focused on American jobs and security instead of global handouts.

Archbishop Lori Urges Women Religious to Renew Society — Sep 19, 2026Archbishop William Lori commended women religious at the CMSWR national assembly for their pivotal role in American life, urging that the Church’s renewal begins with a renewal of persons and that sanctity, not politics, should guide national culture. Across multiple addresses, he framed the 250th anniversary of American independence as an invitation to renewal through holiness and communal witness, highlighting the evangelical counsels as a transformative force in society.

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Chris Dalton Archbishop Lori makes a good point that real cultural change starts with personal holiness and the sisters' witness rather than chasing political wins.

Netanyahu Plans UN General Assembly Visit — Sep 14, 2026Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will travel to New York from September 23–25 to address the United Nations General Assembly, with the trip timed between Yom Kippur and Sukkot. The coverage notes his role in boosting his campaign, ongoing debates about his arrest warrants, and expectations of the UN speech, as reported by multiple outlets.

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AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

Delegates Leave Assembly Before Netanyahu Addresses UN — Sep 26, 2025The United Nations General Assembly witnessed an extraordinary moment on Friday when dozens of delegates stood up and walked out just as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu prepared to deliver his speech. Cameras…

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US, Israel And Iran Reject United Nations’ Climate Reparations Shakedown — May 22, 2026A resolution passed by the United Nations’ General Assembly says nations who don’t lower their greenhouse emissions owe reparations to those affected by climate change. The United States, Iran, Israel, Liberia, Russia…

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France To Recognize A Palestinian State — Jul 24, 2025France will recognize a Palestinian state in the next United Nations General Assembly in September, The Associated Press reported Thursday. French President Emmanuel Macron said in a Thursday X post that he would…

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This 83-Second Video of Biden at UN Is Absolutely Devastating for His PresidencyOpinion — Sep 23, 2021President Joe Biden delivered an address to the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday amid his many international failures. Whether it was embarrassment for his actions or just his general cognitive decline, he was…

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DAVID BLACKMON: Will AI Displace Climate Change As The Next Globalist Bogeyman? — Sep 25, 2024On Monday, before most people even knew its annual General Assembly was again invading New York City, the United Nations issued a press release proclaiming the unanimous adoption of what it calls its “Pact for the…

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America’s Biggest Teachers Union Pours Even More Fuel Into Its Political Machine — Jul 14, 2026The National Education Association’s (NEA) Representative Assembly (RA) just elected a Black Lives Matter Los Angeles activist and alleged member of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) to its executive committee.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

DAVID BLACKMON: Trump’s Powerful Ultimatum To Europe On Russian Oil — Sep 24, 2025In a wide-ranging speech delivered at the U.N.’s “Climate Week” on Wednesday, President Donald Trump told the assembly that European nations “immediately cease all energy purchases from Russia” before the U.S. would…

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Biden Raises Eyebrows As Viewers Struggle to Understand Portion of Speech at UNReporting — Sep 19, 2023President Joe Biden is raising eyebrows after viewers of his speech before the United Nations struggled to understand what he was saying at one point. Biden spoke at the UN General Assembly on Tuesday. But users on X…

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Trump’s Favorite Latin American Ally Could Be Around For A Long Time — Aug 1, 2025El Salvador’s National Assembly made sweeping changes to the country’s constitution, paving the way for President Nayib Bukele to serve indefinitely. Salvadoran legislators voted Thursday to scrap presidential term…

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‘Dr.’ Jill Biden Touts Joe as ‘Education President,’ Gets Immediately Slapped Down by Dismal Report CardOpinion — Jul 6, 2023During a livestream address to the National Education Association’s Representative Assembly in Orlando, Florida, first lady “Dr.” Jill Biden told delegates, “I knew Joe would be THE education president.” It would have…

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New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishYourlist — VS BattleThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.

US-China Tensions Take Center Stage at U.N. as Trump Accuses Beijing of Unleashing ‘Plague’Reporting — Sep 22, 2020U.S. President Donald Trump told the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday that China must be held accountable for having “unleashed” COVID-19 on the world, prompting Beijing to accuse him of “lies” and abusing the…

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France approves assisted dying bill awaiting reviewPolitics — Jul 15, 2026France’s National Assembly approved a strict assisted-dying law for adults with incurable, life-threatening illnesses, sending the measure to a Constitutional Council review after a 291-241 vote and years of debate; the law allows self-administration of a lethal dose with medical safeguards, with doctors or nurses assisting only when a patient cannot act themselves. Eligibility requires adult citizenship or long-term residency, a verified serious condition with unbearable pain, and a formal process including a two-day reflection period, with the Senate having previously blocked the bill before the Assembly’s final say.

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Mayor Mamdani Gets A Reality Check From His Own Team — Jul 24, 2026New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has acknowledged that the city does not have the legal authority to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he visits New York for the United Nations General Assembly in September. Mamdani had previously said he supported enforcing the arrest warrant issued against Netanyahu by the International Criminal Court. […]

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Trump plans to nominate Infantino UN secretary-general — Jul 21, 2026President Trump has floated nominating FIFA President Gianni Infantino as the next United Nations Secretary-General, arguing his global appeal and World Cup diplomacy could unify nations. Any bid would require Security Council backing and General Assembly approval, with potential rotation concerns and other candidates such as Michelle Bachelet or Rafael Grossi already cited as possible contenders, while Infantino’s closeness to Trump during the 2026 World Cup has sparked both interest and controversy.

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Tinubu UNGA attendance planned for SeptemberWorld — Jul 15, 2026Nigerian President Tinubu will attend the UN General Assembly this September to present Nigeria’s reform successes and participate in high-level side events on energy, education, and healthcare, while also pursuing enhanced border policing collaboration with the United Nations across West Africa. He is also expected to sit in the front row very close to U.S. President Donald Trump, with the possibility of a sideline meeting depending on arrangements.

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Vietnam approves expanded IP enforcement — Aug 23, 2026Vietnam’s National Assembly approved amendments to the customs law to expand powers to intercept counterfeit and IP-infringing goods, including transit shipments and goods sold on e-commerce platforms, in response to U.S. concerns raised in Section 301/Special 301 reviews. The changes, taking effect in March 2027, authorize proactive suspensions of clearance, require data sharing from platform operators and logisties, and broaden enforcement across imports, exports, transit, and online trade.

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UN passes Africa-backed map resolution 164-1, US the lone dissenter — Sep 4, 2026The United Nations General Assembly is set to vote on an Africa-led resolution, backed by the African Union and spearheaded by Togo, urging the use of Equal Earth and other equal-area maps to reflect more accurate continental sizes rather than maintaining the Mercator projection, though it does not ban Mercator. Proponents argue the Mercator distortion downplays Africa and other equatorial regions, and the vote seeks to establish a more proportional global norm across governments, schools, and tech platforms.

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Elena Vasquez Fine by me if schools switch to Equal Earth, kids should learn the real proportions of continents instead of that old skewed version.

Nicaragua approves Ortega-backed reform banning opposition — Aug 31, 2026Nicaragua's National Assembly, controlled by the Sandinista Front, unanimously approved a constitutional reform that bars opponents labeled as traitors to the homeland or coup plotters from running and extends the presidential term from six to seven years, potentially enabling repeated rule by Daniel Ortega and Rosario Murillo. The reform, which still requires a second approval in 2027 to take full effect, has drawn condemnation from the United States, European Union, and human-rights groups who warn it could end competitive elections, with Ortega signaling there will be no elections.

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Panama Canal FY2027 budget targets $5.56b revenueWorld — Sep 2, 2026The Panama Canal Authority projects $5.56 billion in revenue for FY2027 and direct treasury transfers of $3.61 billion, with total state remittances expected to reach about $3.94 billion, while planning 10,750 high-draft transits amid potential El Niño conditions. Tolls remain unchanged except the per-net-ton rate rising to $1.75, with $341.3 million in new investments including $82 million for the Rio Indio water-management project, and the proposal advancing to Panama's National Assembly.

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