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Biden pardons 39 people, commutes sentences of 1,500 others

Biden pardons 39 people, commutes sentences of 1,500 others

US President Joe Biden leaves after delivering remarks on the economy at the Brookings Institution in Washington, DC, US December 10, 2024. — Reuters Moves come after Biden signed unconditional pardon for his son. President says he will take more steps in the weeks ahead. List primarily includes Americans placed …

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UK aims to boost home-schooling safety after Sara Sharif’s murder

UK aims to boost home-schooling safety after Sara Sharif’s murder

An undated photograph made available by the Surrey Police on December 11, 2024 shows Sara Sharif at school. — AFP Sara Sharif’s father, step-mother convicted of murder on Wednesday. Trial revealed gruesome details of the abuse inflicted on victim girl. Department for Education “already taking action” on child safety.  LONDON: …

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Time magazine names President-elect Trump ‘Person of the Year’

Time magazine names President-elect Trump ‘Person of the Year’

President-elect Donald Trump attends a campaign event, in Allentown, Pennsylvania, US, October 29, 2024. — Reuters NEW YORK: Time magazine named US President-elect Donald Trump its “Person of the Year” on Thursday, citing his deep impact on American politics and the country’s role in the world. “For marshaling a comeback …

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FAA chief Michael Whitaker to step down when Trump takes office

FAA chief Michael Whitaker to step down when Trump takes office

Federal Aviation Administration chief Mike Whitaker will step down when President-elect Donald Trump takes office, Whitaker said in a memo to employees on Thursday. SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, a close adviser to Trump, in September called for Whitaker’s resignation and harshly criticized the FAA’s decision to impose a $633,000 fine …

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