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Germany University Bars Muslim Group After Gender Split

Germany’s Charité University of Medicine in Berlin has barred an Islamic student group, the Medislam Collective, from holding further events on campus. The decision follows accusations of gender-segregated seating during lectures and sex-specific student activities, which the university says violate its anti-discrimination policies.

Mayor Adams Solitary Confinement Power Grab Blocked

New York City Mayor Eric Adams unlawfully used emergency powers to override a City Council ban on prolonged solitary confinement in local jails, a state judge ruled Monday. The court sided with the City Council, declaring Adams had exceeded his authority in issuing an executive order to suspend the law after his veto was overridden.

France Smoking Ban Moves Outdoors—Now Illegal

France is implementing one of its most sweeping anti-smoking measures in decades, banning smoking in nearly all outdoor public areas starting July 1. A new public health decree published Saturday will prohibit smoking at parks, beaches, sports venues, bus stops, and within perimeters around schools—anywhere children might gather.

Rhode Island Assault Weapons Ban Advances Amid Court Doubts

Rhode Island’s Democrat-controlled legislature passed a bill Friday banning the in-state sale and manufacture of so-called “assault weapons.” The legislation now awaits the signature of Gov. Dan McKee (D), who signaled strong support for the measure following its passage.

Pennsylvania Plastic Bag Ban Gains Momentum

Pennsylvania could soon become the next state to ban single-use plastic bags. Lawmakers are preparing legislation that would phase out plastic bags at checkout counters across the state. The move follows momentum from local bans already in place in 40 communities, covering 2.6 million residents and eliminating nearly 1 billion plastic bags per year.

High-Capacity Magazine Ban Upheld by Washington Court

The Washington State Supreme Court ruled Thursday to uphold the state's ban on the sale and import of high-capacity magazines, declaring the restriction does not violate either the U.S. or state constitutions. The controversial 2022 law, which prohibits magazines holding more than 10 rounds, remains in effect as a result of the 7-2 decision.

Potential MrBeast TikTok Acquisition

Popular YouTuber Jimmy Donaldson, known as MrBeast, announced his intention to purchase TikTok in collaboration with a group of investors. The move comes as President Donald Trump extended the deadline for ByteDance, TikTok’s Chinese-based parent company, to divest its U.S. operations within 75 days to avoid a ban on the platform.

Federal Bureau of Prisons Director Resigns; Private Prison Ban Repealed Under Trump Administration Reforms

Colette Peters, director of the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) since August 2022, has resigned amid significant changes to the Justice Department under President Donald Trump.

Weekend Violence in Chicago Leaves 13 Shot, One Dead

Chicago experienced another weekend of violence under the leadership of Mayor Brandon Johnson (D), with at least 13 people shot, including one fatality.

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp Issues State of Emergency Ahead of Freezing Temperatures

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp issued a State of Emergency on Monday in preparation for freezing temperatures expected to impact the state.

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