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People's March: Thousands Rally in Washington Against Trump Ahead of Inauguration

  Thousands of demonstrators, predominantly women, took to the streets of Washington, D.C., on Saturday to protest President-elect Donald Trump just days before his inauguration. The event, known as the People's March, has been held annually since 2017 and was previously called the Women's March. The march, organized by a coalition of groups with varied interests such as climate change, immigration, and women's rights, aimed to confront "Trumpism" and draw on past successes against autocrats. Despite expectations of 50,000 participants, around 5,000 people gathered at three parks before marching to the Lincoln Memorial for the rally. Protesters carried signs with messages like "Feminists v. Fascists" and "People over politics," and many wore the iconic pink "pussy hats" from the 2017 Women's March. The event highlighted a range of issues, including gender justice, bodily autonomy, and democracy. The People's March has evolved ...
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Tragedy Strikes in Gaza: International Charity Workers Killed in Khan Younis

In a heartbreaking incident, an Israeli airstrike in Khan Younis, Gaza, claimed the lives of international charity workers. The aid organization Al-Khair reported that one of its senior aid workers and three staffers from other aid organizations lost their lives in the attack. This devastating event underscores the ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis in the region.

The tragedy echoes a similar incident in May 2024 when tank artillery shells struck a tent city in the Al-Mawasi humanitarian zone west of Rafah, resulting in the deaths of at least 21 people, including 12 women, and injuring 64 others. The situation remains dire, and the loss of these dedicated aid workers further highlights the urgent need for peace and humanitarian assistance in Gaza.

Our thoughts are with the families and colleagues of those who perished, and we hope for a swift resolution to the conflict that has caused immense suffering in the region. 

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