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Albanians Protest Luxury Resort Plans for Sazan Island Linked to Kushner, Trump
Thousands demonstrated in Tirana against plans to develop the strategic island as a high-end tourism destination.
Albanian Protests Erupt Over Proposed Kushner-Linked Luxury Resort on Strategic Island
Sazan Island, a former Italian military outpost and communist naval base, has become the center of a sovereignty and conservation dispute involving Jared Kushner's investment firm.
McDonald's Worker Hospitalized With Severe Burns After Co-Worker Allegedly Threw Hot Oil at Him in California
Police have arrested a 23-year-old suspect on charges of battery causing serious bodily injury following the Saturday night incident at a Yuba City restaurant.
Apple Unveils New AI Features With Privacy Focus at Last Developers Conference
CEO Tim Cook's final WWDC appearance comes as Apple seeks to catch up in artificial intelligence after stumbling on earlier promises.
Policy Debates Emerge Around Declining Birth Rates and Family Formation Challenges
Lawmakers in both parties are exploring proposals to address the economic and social factors influencing young couples' decisions about having children.
America Has a New Favorite Snack, and It Goes Back Thousands of Years
Date sales surged 33% in 2025 as health-conscious consumers seek natural sweeteners over processed sugars, with the market projected to hit $1.6 billion by 2034.
Media Outlets Face Criticism Over Coverage Disparities Between Disability-selective Abortion Discourse and Celebrity Body Commentary
Critics argue that media coverage of selective abortion practices receives less scrutiny than celebrity appearance commentary, raising questions about journalistic consistency.
Truck Carrying Fireworks Catches Fire Near Chattanooga, Creating Spectacular Display
No injuries reported as local fire department quickly contained the blaze that sent pyrotechnics skyward along Tennessee highway.
UN Protests Women's Arrests in Afghanistan for Alleged Clothing Violations
The U.N. mission documented at least 16 arrests and detentions, including a pregnant woman, in Herat since Friday over alleged non-compliance with dress requirements.
Beleaguered in DC, Platner Enters His Comfort Zone
Supporters at Friday rally defended the candidate after he addressed his scandals, with some arguing recent controversies were a test from Washington.