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Gloria Steinem: Feminist activist and journalist dies, aged 92
Gloria Steinem, pioneering feminist activist and journalist who co-founded Ms. magazine and led the women’s liberation movement in the US, has died at age 92.
Kenya’s President William Ruto orders crackdown on foreigners operating small businesses
Kenya’s President William Ruto ordered a crackdown on foreign traders operating small businesses, directing them to cease operations and pledging to fast-track legislation restricting foreigners from certain trade sectors.
Care workers and others fleeing UK modern slavery win visa reprieve
The UK Home Office is allowing victims of modern slavery on skilled worker visas to work for any employer, rather than remaining tied to a sponsoring employer under post-Brexit rules.
‘We need a touch of humanity’: Swedish opposition pledges to help Britons facing deportation
Swedish opposition party pledges to reopen deportation cases for British nationals facing removal due to Brexit administrative issues, calling for greater humanitarian consideration.
Spain’s PM says no evidence ‘whatsoever’ Morocco behind Ceuta border breach
Spain’s prime minister told parliament the government has found no evidence that Morocco planned or facilitated a mass border breach into Ceuta in late July, despite an emerging police report suggesting otherwise.
Shootout in Kyiv between Ukrainian spy services ‘disgraceful’, says Zelenskyy
A shootout between Ukraine’s domestic security service and military intelligence directorate in central Kyiv injured several people, prompting President Zelenskyy to call the incident “disgraceful.”
Iran targets US bases as Israel warns sanctions could drive Tehran to ‘desperate steps’
Iran struck US military bases in Kuwait and the UAE with missiles and drones, continuing attacks despite new sanctions. Israel’s defence chief warned economic pressure could push Tehran toward more extreme measures.
Rise of far-right leader Roberto Vannacci challenges Meloni as she celebrates Italian milestone
Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni celebrates her government becoming the longest-serving since World War II, but faces a political challenge from far-right rival Roberto Vannacci, whose new party has surged to 8% in polls.
Houthi fighters clash with Yemeni government forces in country’s southwest
Yemeni government forces and Houthi fighters clash across multiple fronts in the southwest as the Iran-backed group launches a broad offensive along the Red Sea coast.
Iran targets US bases as Israel warns sanctions could drive Tehran to ‘desperate steps’
Iran struck US military bases in Kuwait and the UAE with missiles and drones, continuing attacks despite new sanctions. Israel’s defence chief warned economic pressure could push Tehran toward more extreme measures.
Rise of far-right leader Roberto Vannacci challenges Meloni as she celebrates Italian milestone
Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni celebrates her government becoming the longest-serving since World War II, but faces a political challenge from far-right rival Roberto Vannacci, whose new party has surged to 8% in polls.
Houthi fighters clash with Yemeni government forces in country’s southwest
Yemeni government forces and Houthi fighters clash across multiple fronts in the southwest as the Iran-backed group launches a broad offensive along the Red Sea coast.
Trump calls media ‘treasonous scum’ over reports of low Iran war munitions
President Trump has dismissed media reports of low US munitions stockpiles during the seven-month Iran war, calling news outlets ‘treasonous scum’ while claiming military production is at unprecedented levels.
Syria begins destroying al-Assad-era chemical weapons materials
Syria has begun destroying remnants of a clandestine chemical weapons program from the al-Assad era, with UN verification of the destruction of aerial bombs and munitions for the first time since 2014.
Israel releases Lebanese civilian, says five prisoners will be freed
Israel released one Lebanese civilian detainee and pledged to free five additional prisoners, marking the first such handover since conflict between Israel and Hezbollah intensified six months ago.
Foreign fighters and external support fuel Sudan’s war: UN-backed probe
A UN-backed investigation reports that foreign recruitment networks and external military support are fueling Sudan’s civil war through weapons, technology, and personnel deployed to both major warring factions.
Advocates decry US House vote to defund universities that boycott Israel
The House passed legislation penalizing universities that boycott Israel or its institutions, including West Bank settlements. Critics argue the bill violates First Amendment protections for freedom of expression and speech.
Serbia welcomes return of war criminal Mladic’s body with military honours
The body of Ratko Mladic, the former Bosnian Serb military commander convicted of war crimes, returned to Belgrade with military honours following his death last week while imprisoned.
New constitution in Guinea-Bissau will undermine democracy, opponents say
Guinea-Bissau voters approved a new constitution expanding presidential powers ahead of December elections, though critics warn it undermines democratic institutions in the west African nation.
What’s really behind Trump’s deference to Putin?
A new book examines the mysterious relationship between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, exploring ideological alignment, authoritarian admiration, and potential compromising material as explanations for the US president’s deferential behavior toward Russia.
Bayeux tapestry loan symbolises ‘entente amicale’ between France and UK, says King Charles
The Bayeux tapestry has arrived at the British Museum in London on loan from France, with King Charles describing the arrangement as a symbol of friendship between the two nations.
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The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
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Common Problems Faced by PMAY Applicants in India
Initially launched in 2015 to address the problem of homelessness in our country, the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana or PMAY list of benefits is pretty extensive. It includes affordable housing for all urban classes at subsidised home loan interest rates, eco-friendly...
South Korea’s Comfort Women Suffer Embezzlement From Their Own Government
In May, former comfort woman turned activist Lee Yong-soo went public with accusations against Yoon Mee-hyang, the former head of The Korean Council for Justice and Remembrance, South Koreans, to the dismay of the South Koreans. The 92-year-old was a regular fixture...