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Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy shares emotional story of losing his first child in miscarriage

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Vivek Ramaswamy, a Republican presidential candidate, revealed his emotional side as he shared the tragic story of losing his first child in a miscarriage. Ramaswamy and his wife, Apoorva, had planned to start a family after her residency, and were devastated when she woke up bleeding at three and a half months pregnant. Despite facing struggles, they found strength in their faith and persevered. Ramaswamy shared his story during a “family discussion” session in Iowa. The article also mentions other Republican candidates sharing personal stories at an event organized by an Iowa Christian organization.

Biden Campaign Considers Joining TikTok Despite Banning it on Federal Devices

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The Biden campaign is reportedly considering using TikTok to reach out to young voters, despite the government’s previous ban on the Chinese-owned app. A spokesperson for the campaign downplayed the report, stating that no final decision has been made. This news comes as Biden is already utilizing TikTok influencers for his re-election campaign, and the Democratic National Committee has joined the platform. Critics raise concerns about the risks of using TikTok, as it is owned by a Chinese company that is subject to the government’s cybersecurity law.

Prominent cancer doc claims NYU fired him ‘to appear impartial’ on the Israel-Palestine war

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Dr. Benjamin Neel, former head of NYU Langone’s Perlmutter Cancer Center, is suing the university for firing him after he posted pro-Israel content on social media. Neel alleges that NYU terminated his position to appear impartial in the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict. The doctor is seeking $500,000 in damages and a jury trial, claiming breach of contract and discrimination. Another doctor, Dr. Zaki Masoud, was also removed from his position for sharing pro-Palestinian content. A petition has been launched to reinstate Masoud, gaining 88,000 signatures.

Amazon employees may not get promoted if they violate return-to-office mandate

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Amazon is enforcing a return-to-office mandate for its employees, requiring them to work in the office a minimum of three days a week. Employees who do not comply with this policy may face consequences and may not be eligible for promotion. Managers will be responsible for monitoring compliance and ensuring that employees adhere to the mandate. Promotions are considered based on various factors, including compliance with company guidelines and policies.

Vivek Ramaswamy Responds to Donald Trump’s “Vermin” Remark

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In an interview, Republican Presidential Candidate Vivek Ramaswamy criticized CNN anchor Abby Phillip for asking him about Donald Trump’s viral comment. Ramaswamy called out the media for focusing on one word instead of the substance of the issue. He also labeled the homeless and drug addicts in San Francisco as “vermin” and raised concerns about a cultural war in the US. Ramaswamy urged the media to focus on policy substance and have an actual policy debate.