US President Donald Trump signed executive orders to remove DEI programs from the military, reinstate troops who refused COVID-19 vaccines, and target transgender troops, sparking criticism from advocacy groups. Trump also banned the use of “invented” pronouns in the military and ordered the development of an ‘American Iron Dome’ missile defense system. The elimination of DEI programs and crackdown on equal opportunities initiatives have stirred debate over civil rights and affirmative action, with Trump’s allies praising the move as a response to political correctness, while critics argue it undermines progress towards a fairer society.
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Gunman among 10 dead in ‘worst mass shooting in Swedish history’
About 10 people, including the gunman, were killed in a mass shooting at an adult education center in Orebro, Sweden. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson called it the country's worst mass shooting, but a final death toll, number of wounded, and motive were still unknown. Police believe the perpetrator acted alone, and there were no suspected connections to terrorism at this point. Full Article
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