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Hijab ban at schools in Azerbaijan: What's behind the rare wave of protests?

Girls wearing headscarves have been turned away from schools in Azerbaijan, triggering unusual protests involving children. The government rules do not mention hijabs. Why are schools enforcing unwritten rules?

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Majority of New York Jewish voters view Mamdani unfavorably - poll

According to a Siena poll conducted in September, 64% of Jewish voters in New York state hold an unfavorable view of Mamdani, compared with just 33% who view him favorably.

  • 64% of Jewish voters in New York view Mamdani unfavorably.
  • Only 33% of Jewish voters view Mamdani favorably.
  • Divide attributed to stances on Israel and Netanyahu.

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