Sometimes the most powerful response to rejection isn’t giving up. It’s building your own table. In Buenos Aires, four friends — Mateo Kawaguchi, Leandro Lopez Padros, Franco Noseda, and Mauricio Roldan — kept hearing the same answer when they applied for jobs: “No.” All four men live with Down syndrome, and despite their determination, employers repeatedly turned them away. So instead of waiting for an opportunity… they created one. In 2016, they launched Los Perejiles, a pizza and Italian catering business serving parties and events around the city. With support from family and their community, the small idea quickly grew. Within months they were booking dozens of catering events — and eventually expanded to employ more than 20 people, many of whom also have Down syndrome. But for the founders, the mission was never just about pizza. They wanted to prove something the world often underestimates: That people with Down syndrome can work professionally, run businesses, and build something meaningful when given the chance. Today, Los Perejiles has become a symbol of inclusive entrepreneurship in Argentina — and a reminder that sometimes success begins the moment you stop waiting for permission.

Is the legal wall around powerful political figures finally starting to crack? A major legal shockwave is rippling through Washington after reports that the U.S. Supreme Court ruled Donald Trump cannot claim full immunity related to matters tied to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. The ruling means he may be compelled to respond to a subpoena connected to the case. It follows testimony linked to Bill Clinton and signals that courts are no longer willing to allow broad claims of presidential protection to block investigative processes tied to Epstein’s network. For years, the Epstein case has been surrounded by unanswered questions involving powerful billionaires, politicians, and global elites. Epstein died in federal custody in 2019, but the shadow of his operation has never disappeared. Names, flight logs, financial connections, and sealed records have kept the public asking the same question: who knew what, and who is still being protected? Now the legal pressure appears to be rising again. If courts begin forcing testimony and document production from figures at the very top of politics and business, it could reopen one of the most explosive scandals of the last decade. Supporters of accountability say the justice system cannot stop halfway if the goal is truth. Critics argue the political implications will shake Washington to its core. Either way, the Epstein story refuses to disappear. The question that has haunted it from the beginning remains the same: will the system actually expose the full network, or will the most powerful names once again slip through the cracks? Marcus - THL #Epstein #Trump #SupremeCourt #Politics #Justice #BreakingNews #Accountability #WorldNews

Zohran Mamdani has appointed Brown as Director of his newly announced Office of LGBTQ+ Affairs, a role focused on advancing policies and services for LGBTQ+ New Yorkers. Supporters say the appointment represents a historic step for representation in city government, while the new office aims to address issues affecting LGBTQ+ communities across New York City.

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Avivo Village in Minneapolis is a unique shelter designed to support people experiencing homelessness in a safer and more respectful way. Instead of large dorm-style sleeping areas found in many shelters, it provides small, private, lockable rooms inside a converted warehouse. This setup gives residents more dignity, security, and personal space. The village offers much more than just a warm place to sleep, especially during the harsh Minnesota winters. Residents are also connected with important services such as mental health care, addiction recovery programs, and housing assistance. Staff and support teams work closely with residents to help them address challenges and build a path toward stability. By combining shelter with comprehensive support, Avivo Village aims to help people move beyond temporary emergency housing and work toward permanent homes and a better future.