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    Israeli Forces Injure Palestinian Man in Beita

    Israeli forces shot and wounded a 59-year-old Palestinian man after opening fire on his vehicle in Beita, south of Nablus, in the occupied West Bank. The man was shot in the neck with live ammunition and transferred to hospital for treatment. Videos show the man driving normally when Israeli soldiers opened fire, contradicting Israeli claims that he posed an immediate threat.
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    Michigan Ends Ban on 'Talk Therapy' for Gender-Confused Kids After SCOTUS Ruling

    Following the Supreme Court's decision in Chiles v. Salazar, Michigan has agreed to end its prohibition on licensed therapists providing counseling to children struggling with sexual orientation and gender dysphoria. The state's law, which barred counselors from engaging in talk therapy with minor clients facing discomfort with their sex, was deemed unconstitutional as it violated the First Amendment by regulating speech based on viewpoint. The agreement comes after a legal challenge by several Michigan-based counselors who argued that the ban infringed upon their free speech rights.
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    Fire on Former Military Grounds in Jüterbog Continues

    A large fire has been burning on the former military grounds in Jüterbog since last weekend. Initially covering 250 hectares, it is equivalent to the publicly usable area of Tempelhofer Field in Berlin. The fire is not yet fully extinguished and is still burning between firebreaks. Direct firefighting is challenging due to munitions contamination on the site. The fire has caused concern in nearby areas, with warnings issued via the Nina app. The fire department is working to contain and extinguish it.
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    Pentagon Requests $18.2 Billion for Interceptor Missiles

    The Pentagon has requested $18.2 billion from Congress to replenish its stockpile of intercept missiles, including Patriot, THAAD, and Tomahawk systems. The funds are part of a broader $67 billion emergency funding package for the current fiscal year. The request comes amidst concerns over U.S. weapons stockpiles due to military operations against Iran and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
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    Historic Stone Inscription Discovered at Anoushiravan Dadgar High School

    A historic stone inscription dating back to 1326 AH (1947 AD) has been discovered during restoration work at Anoushiravan Dadgar High School in Tehran. The inscription provides valuable information about the school's history and construction. The discovery was made under layers of covering during the restoration of the southern porch's plasterwork. The operational restoration project is currently underway with funding from the Tehran Province Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Organization.
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    India's 'Cockroach' Movement Challenges BJP, Forces Minister's Resignation

    India's youth-led Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) movement has emerged as a significant political challenge for the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), leading to the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The movement, which began as a protest against exam leaks, has since expanded its mission to hold the government accountable for its promises to young people. The protests, led by tens of thousands of youth, have weakened the BJP's image of invulnerability ahead of key state elections. The movement's success has encouraged others to believe that some form of change is possible, with some comparing it to youth-led political changes in neighboring countries. Despite the main protest site being vacated after Pradhan's resignation, CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke hinted that the movement is not over.
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    Mario Irivarren Apologizes After Live Argument with Production Team

    Mario Irivarren, host of 'La Manada', apologized for a heated argument with a production team member during a live broadcast. The incident, which went viral on social media, saw Irivarren insist on discussing the issue live despite the team's suggestion to handle it privately. He later acknowledged his error and emphasized the importance of recognizing mistakes and maintaining a healthy work environment.
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    Worker Dies in Snow Clearing Accident in Chubut

    A 56-year-old machinery operator, Hugo Fabián Calderero, died after a motor grader he was driving fell approximately 50 meters while clearing snow from National Route 260 in Chubut, Argentina. The accident occurred during a winter maintenance operation. The main hypotheses for the cause of the accident include loss of control due to snow accumulation or a health problem experienced by the operator.
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