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In a 15-minute pre-interview briefing, Veras presented graphic evidence of civilian suffering to highlight the human toll of the conflict in North and South Kivu, where M23 rebels—reportedly backed by Rwanda—control areas like Goma and recently clashed despite a ceasefire. Critics, including Rwanda-aligned voices, accused her of lobbying for the Congolese government, alleging unverified payments from President Tshisekedi and ignoring other atrocities like mass graves. Veras, a White House correspondent who has interviewed Tshisekedi, faces ongoing scrutiny but defends putting faces on the crisis that has displaced over 7 million.

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Journalist Hariana Veras sat down with U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, sharing stark footage of sexual violence, killed children, and displaced families from eastern Congo's war zone.

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Titled 'Go and Do Likewise: How We Heal a Broken Country,' the 256-page book from St. Martin's Press releases September 22, 2026, and calls for treating neighbors with love, dignity, and respect. Beshear, son of a former governor and grandson of Baptist ministers, invokes his Christian roots to reclaim faith as a force for good, while criticizing its misuse by figures like Donald Trump. The timing fuels 2028 presidential talk, though conservatives like Sen. Rand Paul decry his support for gender-affirming care for minors as hypocritical.

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Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, a Democrat thriving in a red state, just revealed his first book—a faith-driven guide to mending national divides drawn from the Good Samaritan parable.

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In a France 24 interview, US Senior Adviser for Africa Massad Boulos expressed deep disappointment over M23's takeover of Uvira in South Kivu, calling it a clear violation of the June 2025 Washington Peace Accord ratified in December and witnessed by President Trump. The deal sought troop withdrawals, FDLR neutralization, and economic ties over Congo's minerals, but M23—backed by Rwanda according to Boulos—advanced after partial retreats under US pressure on President Kagame. Boulos accused Kagame of betraying Trump administration trust and hinted at tools like sanctions, amid decades-old conflict displacing thousands and fragile ceasefires like the February Doha framework.

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At the Munich Security Conference, Massad Boulos didn't hold back, pointing directly at Rwanda and M23 for reigniting violence in eastern Congo despite a hard-won US peace accord.

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In February 2025, Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, leading the Department of Government Efficiency, slashed USAID contracts worth tens of billions, paused operations, and cut 1,600 staff, folding much into the State Department. Critics cite modeled estimates of millions of deaths by 2030 from halted aid like vaccines and food, with one post by Mohamad Safa drawing 22,000 likes by comparing the toll to Gaza's 45,000 and Ukraine's 600 child deaths. Defenders call USAID wasteful, with only 10-30 cents per dollar reaching recipients, while courts have ruled parts of the cuts unconstitutional and DOGE has since disbanded.

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One year after Elon Musk called USAID cuts feeding the agency into a 'woodchipper,' a post claims those moves have killed more children than in Gaza and Ukraine combined.

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The 28-year-old Welsh winger's Fulham contract expires in June, drawing interest from Villa and Everton. Emery likes his right-wing play and set-piece threat, passing on a January move to focus on a striker instead. Villa fans buzz with excitement over his 'bangers' for squad depth, though some call him a safe rotation pick. Fulham supporters debate a pay rise, amid a busy summer of Bosman deals.

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Harry Wilson has lit up the Premier League with eight stunning goals from just four expected, including late winners against Chelsea and Brighton. Now, Aston Villa's Unai Emery sees him as a perfect free-agent fit.

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Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) introduced legislation mandating that the President obtain Congressional approval before imposing new tariffs.

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Progressive International announced it is sailing to Cuba to deliver critical humanitarian aid to its people facing shortages. The effort coincides with a US embargo restricting oil and fuel supplies to Cuba.

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The Philadelphia Eagles highlighted their NFL-leading 432 starts by Black quarterbacks, featuring Donovan McNabb's 158, Randall Cunningham's 112, and Hurts' 92 among others in a 'rooted in strength' graphic. This comes amid buzz from a Vegas Insider study that gave Hurts a perfect 10.0 hate score based on Reddit sentiment, though fans dismiss it as jealousy toward the married, drama-free Super Bowl MVP who led Philly to two appearances. Despite an 11-6 season ending in playoff loss, the core including Hurts' $255 million deal through 2028 remains intact, with eyes on a 2026 rebound.

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Jalen Hurts stands tall in Philly's unmatched history of Black quarterbacks, even as a study dubs him the NFL's most hated player. Fans see right through it, praising his character and Super Bowl shine.

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Dave Moody and Nate Ryan received the 2026 American Motorsports Media Award of Excellence as co-recipients during a ceremony at Daytona International Speedway. Moody, who has called races since 1978 and leads MRN's NASCAR coverage, was praised for his signature 'trouble!' calls from the turns. Ryan, a veteran journalist from outlets like USA Today and co-host of 'Hauler Talk,' earned acclaim for his lyrical writing. Separately, Mike Joy picked up the 2025 NMPA Myers Brothers Award, capping his 57-year career leading NASCAR broadcasts.

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Dave Moody beamed with his plaque amid cheers from peers at Daytona's media center, a heartfelt moment for the veteran announcer known as 'The Godfather.'

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