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Ghazala Hashmi wins Virginia race, creating history as first Indian-American lieutenant governor

Democrat Ghazala Hashmi has made history by becoming the first Indian-origin and Muslim woman to be elected as Lieutenant Governor in the United States. Her victory in Virginia marks a major milestone in American politics, as she defeated Republican candidate John Reid in a closely watched race. The win also cements her place as one of the most prominent voices for progressive causes, including education, gun reform, and women’s rights. Hashmi, who previously became the first Musl

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05 Nov 2025 01:33 AM 345 views

Ghazala Hashmi wins Virginia race, creating history as first Indian-American lieutenant governor

Democrat Ghazala Hashmi has made history by becoming the first Indian-origin and Muslim woman to be elected as Lieutenant Governor in the United States. Her victory in Virginia marks a major milestone in American politics, as she defeated Republican candidate John Reid in a closely watched race. The win also cements her place as one of the most prominent voices for progressive causes, including education, gun reform, and women’s rights. Hashmi, who previously became the first Musl

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Ohio Reports Slight Drop in Abortions Despite New Rights Amendment

Ohio’s latest abortion report shows that the number of procedures performed in the state did not increase following the implementation of the reproductive rights amendment approved by voters in November 2023. According to the Ohio Department of Health’s 2024 annual report, physicians recorded a total of 21,829 abortions in the state last year, representing a decrease of less than one percent compared with 2023. The amendment, which went into effect on December 7, 2023, guarantees

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03 Oct 2025 07:39 AM 347 views

Ohio Reports Slight Drop in Abortions Despite New Rights Amendment

Ohio’s latest abortion report shows that the number of procedures performed in the state did not increase following the implementation of the reproductive rights amendment approved by voters in November 2023. According to the Ohio Department of Health’s 2024 annual report, physicians recorded a total of 21,829 abortions in the state last year, representing a decrease of less than one percent compared with 2023. The amendment, which went into effect on December 7, 2023, guarantees

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Planned Parenthood closes 5 NorCal clinics, including Bay Area locations

Planned Parenthood Mar Monte has permanently closed five of its Northern California health centers, including locations in South San Francisco, San Mateo, Gilroy, Westside/Santa Cruz, and Madera. The closures mark a significant loss of health services for thousands of patients in the region. The organization cited recent federal policy changes that restrict funding for clinics providing abortion services, except in limited cases, as the driving force behind the decision. These closures have cut

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25 Jul 2025 15:33 PM 492 views

Planned Parenthood closes 5 NorCal clinics, including Bay Area locations

Planned Parenthood Mar Monte has permanently closed five of its Northern California health centers, including locations in South San Francisco, San Mateo, Gilroy, Westside/Santa Cruz, and Madera. The closures mark a significant loss of health services for thousands of patients in the region. The organization cited recent federal policy changes that restrict funding for clinics providing abortion services, except in limited cases, as the driving force behind the decision. These closures have cut

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Ohio Considers Prenatal Equal Protection Act Amid Voter Opposition

In Columbus, Ohio, the state legislature is once again at the center of a heated debate over abortion rights. Lawmakers are preparing to introduce a controversial bill known as the Prenatal Equal Protection Act, which seeks to grant full legal protections to unborn children from the moment of fertilization. If passed, Ohio would become the 23rd state to consider legislation of this nature, reigniting fierce debate over bodily autonomy, constitutional law, and reproductive health S

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19 Jun 2025 09:22 AM 517 views

Ohio Considers Prenatal Equal Protection Act Amid Voter Opposition

In Columbus, Ohio, the state legislature is once again at the center of a heated debate over abortion rights. Lawmakers are preparing to introduce a controversial bill known as the Prenatal Equal Protection Act, which seeks to grant full legal protections to unborn children from the moment of fertilization. If passed, Ohio would become the 23rd state to consider legislation of this nature, reigniting fierce debate over bodily autonomy, constitutional law, and reproductive health S

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UK Votes to Decriminalise Abortion After 160 Years

In a landmark vote, the UK Parliament has taken decisive steps to decriminalise abortion in England and Wales, revoking parts of a 19th-century law that had made terminating a pregnancy a criminal offence punishable by life imprisonment. The amendment received overwhelming support, passing 379 to 137 in a free vote not bound by party directives. While abortion has been legal since 1967 under certain conditions such a

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18 Jun 2025 01:38 AM 589 views

UK Votes to Decriminalise Abortion After 160 Years

In a landmark vote, the UK Parliament has taken decisive steps to decriminalise abortion in England and Wales, revoking parts of a 19th-century law that had made terminating a pregnancy a criminal offence punishable by life imprisonment. The amendment received overwhelming support, passing 379 to 137 in a free vote not bound by party directives. While abortion has been legal since 1967 under certain conditions such a

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Ghazala Hashmi wins Virginia race, creating history as first Indian-American lieutenant governor

Ghazala Hashmi wins Virginia race, creating history as first Indian-American lieutenant governor

Ohio Reports Slight Drop in Abortions Despite New Rights Amendment

Ohio Reports Slight Drop in Abortions Despite New Rights Amendment

Planned Parenthood closes 5 NorCal clinics, including Bay Area locations

Planned Parenthood closes 5 NorCal clinics, including Bay Area locations

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Ohio Considers Prenatal Equal Protection Act Amid Voter Opposition

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Ghazala Hashmi wins Virginia race, creating history as first Indian-American lieutenant governor

Ghazala Hashmi wins Virginia race, creating history as first Indian-American lieutenant governor

Ohio Reports Slight Drop in Abortions Despite New Rights Amendment

Ohio Reports Slight Drop in Abortions Despite New Rights Amendment

​Planned Parenthood closes 5 NorCal clinics, including Bay Area locations

​Planned Parenthood closes 5 NorCal clinics, including Bay Area locations

Ohio Considers Prenatal Equal Protection Act Amid Voter Opposition

Ohio Considers Prenatal Equal Protection Act Amid Voter Opposition

UK Votes to Decriminalise Abortion After 160 Years

UK Votes to Decriminalise Abortion After 160 Years

Biden lifts Ukraine weapon restriction

Afghan War Hero And U.S. Interpreter Fatally Stabbed In Texas By Fellow Immigrant Over Immigration Dispute

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Planned Parenthood closes 5 NorCal clinics, including Bay Area locations

Planned Parenthood closes 5 NorCal clinics, including Bay Area locations