US President Donald Trump has removed a social media video that included a racist clip depicting former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama as apes. The video, posted on Trump's Truth Social account, was met with widespread criticism and allegations of racism. The White House initially downplayed the incident, claiming the video was an "internet meme" depicting Trump as the King of the Jungle and Democrats as characters from The Lion King. However, the video was later deleted, with the White House blaming a staffer for the "erroneous" post. ¹ ² The incident has sparked bipartisan condemnation, with Republican Senator Tim Scott calling the video "the most racist thing I've seen out of this White House" and urging Trump to remove it. Democrats have also criticized Trump, questioning his fitness for the presidency. The video's removal comes amid ongoing scrutiny of...
The devastating earthquake in Myanmar has indeed caused significant loss of life and injury.
As of the latest reports, the death toll has risen to over 1,000, with 1,670 people injured, according to state media.
However, other sources suggest the death toll could be even higher, potentially exceeding 10,000, as estimated by the U.S. Geological Survey.
The earthquake, which struck near Mandalay, Myanmar's second-largest city, has caused widespread destruction, with many buildings collapsing, including a mosque in Mandalay where at least 20 people lost their lives.
Rescue efforts are ongoing, with the country's military government declaring an emergency situation and international aid efforts underway
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