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A Pakistani Man Convicted for a Plot Against U. S. Leaders

March 7, 2026

A man from Pakistan was found guilty last Friday of planning to kill former U. S. President Donald Trump and other political figures in 2022, according to a U. S. justice department statement. The alleged scheme was supposedly ordered by Iran after Washington shot down an Iranian military commander

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A Spy Plot in the U. S. : How a Pakistani Businessman Tried to Target American Leaders

March 5, 2026

The story begins with a man named Asif Merchant, who lived in Pakistan and ran several businesses. He was approached by an Iranian Revolutionary Guard officer in late 2022, who offered him a dangerous job. The plan was to hire hit men and use the money to try to kill high‑profile U. S. figures, incl

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Justice Delivers a Verdict: Brazil Confronts the Dark Links Between Politics and Crime

February 26, 2026

A five‑judge panel at Brazil’s highest court has, after a tense week of arguments, found five men guilty of killing former councilwoman Marielle Franco and her driver in 2018. The case, long a flashpoint for political debate, shows how powerful forces can intersect with organized crime. The defenda

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Trial Begins for Those Accused in Rio Councilwoman’s Murder

February 25, 2026

The highest court in Brazil has opened a courtroom session to hear the case of people charged with killing a city councilwoman and her driver in 2018. A panel of five judges will decide on the fates of former congressman Chiquinho Brazão, his brother Domingos who once served on a city watchdog, t

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Trump Prepares for a Lengthy State of the Union Speech

February 24, 2026

The president announced that his upcoming address would be “long” because he has a lot to cover. He spent the weekend rehearsing with a small circle of advisers, focusing on the logistics of the House chamber rather than reading the text aloud. This speech comes at a tense time: his approval r

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Little Rock's Vibrant Arts Scene: A Closer Look

February 15, 2026

Little Rock is buzzing with cultural events this week. The Arkansas Symphony Orchestra is putting on a show called "Modern Muses. " It's part of their 2025-26 River Rhapsodies series. The concert features a mix of classical and modern pieces. Violinists, pianists, and other musicians will perform wo

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Frank Del Duca: Soldier, Bobsled Star and Flag‑Bearer Extraordinaire

February 7, 2026

Frank Del Duca is a U. S. Army sergeant who also races on the world’s icy tracks as a top‑ranked bobsled pilot. In February 2026 he carried the American flag at the opening ceremony in Milan, becoming the first bobsledder to do so in seventy years. He began his sporting life as a state champion s

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A Republican's Stand: Fitzpatrick's Balancing Act

January 19, 2026

In a political landscape often divided by party lines, U. S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick stands out. He didn't vote for Donald Trump in 2024, choosing former Ambassador Nikki Haley instead. This wasn't his first time breaking from the party. In 2020, he voted for Trump, but in 2016, he wrote in Mike Penc

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A Night of Music and Magic: Arkansas Symphony's Free Opera Event

January 15, 2026

In Little Rock, music lovers can enjoy a night filled with opera classics. The Arkansas Symphony Community Orchestra is putting on a show called "A Night at the Opera. " This event is happening on Sunday at Calvary Baptist Church. It's a chance for local amateur musicians to shine. They will play fa

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Hollywood's Fallen Star: Harvey Weinstein's Legal Struggles Continue

January 9, 2026

Harvey Weinstein, once a titan of Hollywood, now sits in a Rikers Island jail cell. His life has taken a dramatic turn since the MeToo movement shook the entertainment industry. Weinstein's legal troubles are far from over, as he faces the possibility of another trial. Recently, Weinstein appeared