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Columbia Students Defy Orders to Vacate Protest Encampment Amid Israel Divestment Demands

New York, NY – Students at Columbia University refused to comply with the school’s orders to leave their protest encampment by 2 p.m. on Monday. This defiance came after the university’s president announced that the school will not divest from Israel, a decision that has sparked protests at college campuses nationwide. The demonstrators were warned of potential suspension and being barred from completing the spring semester if they did not vacate the area. Despite the …

PAXTON SUED OVER LGBTQ RECORD DEMANDS IN TRANS YOUTH CASE

Austin, Texas – A lawsuit has been filed against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton after he demanded records from an LGBTQ group supporting families seeking transition-related medical care for transgender youths. The group, PFLAG, described Paxton’s demand as an overreach and retaliation for their involvement in lawsuits regarding minors’ access to gender-affirming care in Texas. The lawsuit aims to block Paxton’s demand, alleging violations of freedom of petition, speech, assembly, and protection against unjustified searches …

Medicare Confusion: Sen. Mayfield Demands Answers on Mission Hospital’s Status

Asheville, North Carolina – State Senator Julie Mayfield expressed frustration over the lack of confirmation from Medicare officials regarding the immediate jeopardy status of Mission Hospital. Mayfield’s concerns stem from a previous statement by a Mission Hospital spokesperson announcing the approval of dropping the hospital’s immediate jeopardy patient status by federal inspectors. Mayfield highlighted her dissatisfaction with the lack of confirmation from Medicare officials during a recent interaction, emphasizing the need for transparency in the …

Pension Crisis: Supreme Court Demands Equitable Solution for Retired District Judges

New Delhi, India – The Supreme Court in India has expressed concern over the pension amount received by retired district judges, prompting the Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud to question how these individuals would survive on amounts as low as Rs 19,000-20,000 after years of service. The issue arose during a hearing of a petition from the All-India Judges Association, where it was highlighted that some High Court judges faced salary payment issues due …

California Medical Staffing Agency Demands $45 Million from Steward Health Care CEO in Texas Federal Court

Los Angeles, California – A California medical staffing agency is taking legal action against Steward Health Care, claiming that the company owes them a staggering $45 million. The agency has filed a lawsuit in a Texas federal court, alleging that Steward Health Care’s CEO, Ralph de la Torre, is responsible for the unpaid amount. The dispute stems from services provided by the staffing agency to Steward Health Care, a major healthcare provider. According to the …

Social Security Overpayment: Widow hit with $41K debt, demands answers

Mansfield, Texas – A North Texas widow was left reeling after the Social Security Administration admitted to overpaying her by $41,514 in survivor benefits and has now demanded that she repay the entire sum. Delfina Prisock, a retiree from Mansfield, Texas, was shocked to receive the overpayment notice, and despite her appeal, she was denied three times. Unfortunately, Prisock’s story is not unique, as many Americans are receiving overpayment notices from the SSA. Prisock’s life …