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UN High Seas Treaty instated after discussion The UN High Seas Treaty, also called the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction [BBNJ] Agreement, is an international law that was enforced on Jan. 17, 2026. The treaty covers all marine areas beyond the United States’ national jurisdiction and was enforced after ratifications by 60 other countries. It…
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Democrats dominate key state elections in 2025 During the state and local elections, many candidates led to marked results in many of the 2025 state and local elections. In Virginia, Abigail Spanberger was elected governor, marking a shift in the office to the Democratic Party and making her the state’s first female governor. Mikie…
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The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas takes action On Oct. 8, Donald Trump announced Israel and Hamas’ agreement to the first phase of his 20-point plan, including three stages each 42 days long, to end the war in Gaza. The ceasefire took effect on Oct. 10 with increased humanitarian aid entering the Gaza Strip.…