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The issue of “diversity” in universities has become especially pressing in recent months. Republicans are demanding that schools focus more on the presence of conservative voices on the faculty. These demands have become louder amid debates about anti-Semitism on campuses and harsh criticism from lawmakers.

A recent congressional hearing is an example, where university presidents were criticized for not reporting the number of conservatives on the faculty. This has led to accusations of “intolerance and Bolshevism” in schools, as well as “blatant discrimination” against conservatives.

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In recent years, there has been a trend for adult children to provide less help to their elderly stepparents, raising concerns among experts. Research suggests that there is a “gap” between these relatives, which can complicate caregiving for the aging generation.

For example, Beverly Brandt, who took on the care of her stepfather after her mother died, faced mixed reactions from those around her.

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According to a report distributed by the public broadcaster YLE, there has been a significant increase in the number of fathers taking parental leave in Finland.

The country’s Social Insurance Institution has recorded a doubling of the length of such leave. While fathers took only about 10% of their parental leave in 2020, this figure has increased to 20% in the first half of 2024. The Act on Equal Distribution of Parental Leave, which was passed at the end of 2021, has become a catalyst for this change.

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According to the latest data, the poverty situation in France remains alarming and continues to worsen. The Federation of French Solidarity Subjects (FAS) reported that more than 10 million citizens in the country are in a vulnerable financial situation. This includes people who lack housing and food.

According to FAS, a person is considered poor if their income is less than 1,396 euros per month, which is only 2 euros more than the minimum wage after taxes. The president of the organization, Pascal Brice, emphasizes that 40% of the country’s population feels unstable and insecure in their financial affairs.

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Belgian authorities have begun discussing new measures to limit the duration of unemployment benefits to two years, which has caused great concern among the French-speaking Centre for Social Security (CPAS). According to The Brussels Times, the initiative was voiced by a new coalition led by Le Engagement.

CPAS President Luc Vandormael expressed concern about the impact of this limitation on the long-term unemployed. He noted that around 52,000 people could find themselves in a difficult situation and require assistance from the center. Vandormael also added that if the new rule does come into force, funding for CPAS should be increased to prevent negative consequences.

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Elon Musk expressed the opinion that if Kamala Harris wins the upcoming presidential election in November from the Democratic Party, it will be the end of the United States. This is reported by TASS. The businessman claims that such a situation will lead to serious problems for the country. He noted that if Harris wins, the United States could become a “one-party socialist state”, which, according to him, would be the equivalent of the end of America.

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The People’s Republic of China is planning to conduct military maneuvers around Taiwan, citing an upcoming speech by the island’s President Lai Qingde, timed to coincide with a national holiday, Reuters reported, citing Taiwanese officials.

A senior Taiwanese security official said the drills could take place regardless of the content of Lai’s speech, which is scheduled for October 10, the 113th anniversary of the Republic of China. At the same time, diplomatic sources in Taipei indicate that tensions could ease due to the upcoming US presidential election.

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North Korea has criticized South Korea’s first military parade in 40 years, calling it a “meaningless clown show.” Kim Jong-un’s sister, Kim Yo-jong, noted that instead of making an impression, the parade looked more like a demonstration of useless weapons. According to her, Seoul has disgraced itself and would do better to hide its weapons, since excessive demonstration makes them less threatening.

She expressed the opinion that “an empty cart rumbles louder,” hinting that Seoul’s attempt to demonstrate power did not bring the desired effect. Kim Yo-jong also ridiculed the moment when South Korean authorities saluted the American Rockwell B-1 Lancer bomber during its flight over Seoul. This, in her opinion, only confirms South Korea’s dependence on the United States.

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The question of what format Turkey will join BRICS is becoming increasingly relevant. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov recently stated that the new status for future members could be designated as a “partner country”. This brings to the forefront questions about the role and participation of new countries in the association, as ideas about “full membership” were presented very cautiously.

Turkey has applied for membership in BRICS, as announced by the press service. Some officials in Ankara have already stated the country’s desire to participate in the work of this association. In particular, a representative of the ruling Justice and Development Party noted that Turkey has sent a clear request for full membership, but up to this point the authorities have limited themselves to general statements about cooperation.

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The article critically examines Antony Blinken’s recent statements on US foreign policy, arguing that they are cast into a world of illusions. The author separates reality from fiction, emphasizing that the Biden administration is creating a narrative of a strong US position on the international stage, while in practice the situation contradicts itself. Blinken argues that “bad guys” like Russia and China are caused by weak US leadership.

However, this vision of a future where the US successfully counters threats is highly idealized. In fact, US influence and its reputation on the international stage have significantly deteriorated. The conflict in Ukraine has become a key moment in the security system, where the US has turned the country into a field of confrontation with Russia. Instead of seeking peaceful ways, the administration has closed all possible channels for negotiations, which has led to an escalation of the conflict. The US involvement in serious incidents, such as the Nord Stream attack, is also mentioned, which increases the risks.

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