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Protests erupt near Dakota Access Pipeline, Standing Rock

Protests erupt near Dakota Access Pipeline, Standing Rock

Standing Rock Sioux Tribe and their supporters are protesting the construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline in North Dakota. The group says the pipeline is disrupting their cultural sites, including burial grounds, and poses a threat to the water supply. The protesters have been met with private security forces and riot police throughout the protests, which have been going on for months. Police used water cannon on protesters during freezing conditions at a demonstration near the path of the Dakota Access Pipeline late on Sunday, 20 November into Monday, 21 November One protester was also hit with a rubber bullet. Nov 24, 2016
Barack Obamas touching tribute to Ellen DeGeneres at Medal of Freedom ceremony

Barack Obamas touching tribute to Ellen DeGeneres at Medal of Freedom ceremony

The President of the United States, Barack Obama, gave immense praise to TV host Ellen DeGeneres at the Presidential Medal of Freedom Ceremony on 22 November. The current president in his last medal ceremony praised DeGeneres for her courage and strength when coming out 20 years ago, as well as her ability to unite the nation. DeGeneres and others received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nations highest civilian honour. Nov 23, 2016
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