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January 6 anniversary sparks talks about Freedom to Vote Act

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4 years ago

January 10, 2022

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The January 6 anniversary of the U.S. Capitol riot reawakened the country’s urgency to maintain democracy and ensure equal voting rights

President Joe Biden gave a speech emphasising how dangerous the attack on the Capitol was in threatening a fair election… promising to implement laws that expand access to voting.

The U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has compared Republicans’ efforts to impose tough voting restrictions and change state election laws to the January 6 insurrection.

The results of the 2020 election saw Republican state lawmakers toughen voting measures, marginalising some groups.

More restrictions are expected to follow this year with the midterm elections scheduled for November.

Democrats are fighting to pass the Freedom to Vote Act before the midterm with Republicans blocking every effort.

The voting rights bill would expand early and absentee voting and make it easier for people to comply with state voter ID laws.

It would also standardise automatic voter registration, allow incarcerated people to vote once they finish their sentences and make Election Day a national holiday.

Biden and Vice President Kamal Harris are visiting Georgia this week to discuss the bill, in a state that has largely been against the act.

And for more, we spoke with Bruce Wolpe from the U.S. Studies Centre.

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Russia strengthens ties with China following Trump-Xi meeting

Russia strengthens ties with China following Trump’s positive meeting with Xi Jinping, aiming for deeper cooperation across various sectors

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22 hours ago

November 4, 2025

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Russia strengthens ties with China following Trump’s positive meeting with Xi Jinping, aiming for deeper cooperation across various sectors

In Short:
– Russian officials emphasise their alliance with China after Trump’s meeting with Xi Jinping.
– Prime Minister Mishustin’s visit to China aims to strengthen trade and cooperation between the two nations.

Russian officials reaffirmed their alliance with China following U.S. President Donald Trump’s meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping.Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin arrived in Hangzhou for two days of negotiations, signing various agreements to enhance cooperation in trade, investment, energy, transport, agriculture, and space, according to Russian state media.

Mishustin described his Chinese counterpart as a “dear friend,” stating that Russian-Chinese relations are at their peak despite Western sanctions. Li Qiang reciprocated by expressing Beijing’s readiness to strengthen ties, noting mutual support amid external risks and challenges.

Strategic Partnership

China remains Russia’s most important ally, having not condemned the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, and echoes Russia’s language, referring to the situation as a “crisis.”

Ahead of this visit, the Kremlin highlighted the significance of the talks, sending a robust delegation, including top officials from finance, agriculture, space, and nuclear energy.

Mishustin’s visit coincides with Trump’s recent discussions with Xi, where agreements were reportedly reached on several issues in a gesture seen as a trade truce amidst rising tariffs.

Trump’s engagement with China contrasts with his lack of progress in talks with Russia, which he attributed to frustrations over the Ukraine conflict. This context may indicate Russia’s unease regarding China’s positive interactions with the U.S.

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Sign of the times? Hyundai and Mazda turn to China for EVs

Hyundai and Mazda tap China for new EVs, highlighting the country’s rising role in global electric vehicle production.

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2 days ago

November 3, 2025

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Hyundai and Mazda tap China for new EVs, highlighting the country’s rising role in global electric vehicle production.

Hyundai and Mazda are now sourcing new EVs from China, their first models built for and by the Chinese market. It’s a move that underscores China’s growing dominance in global electric vehicle manufacturing.

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Terror on Cambridge train as nine injured in knife attack

Nine injured in Cambridge train stabbing; two arrests made as authorities investigate possible terror motives.

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2 days ago

November 3, 2025

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Nine injured in Cambridge train stabbing; two arrests made as authorities investigate possible terror motives.

Nine people have been seriously injured after a violent stabbing spree on a train near Cambridge. Witnesses described scenes of panic as passengers scrambled for safety during the shocking incident.

Two men have been arrested, as British Transport Police—assisted by counterterrorism units—investigate the motives behind the attack. Armed officers reportedly tackled one suspect armed with a large knife as emergency services flooded the scene.

The attack has left the community shaken and authorities on high alert, with questions swirling about whether this was an act of terror or a random rampage.

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