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Tunisian protesters demand release of four Sumud activists
Dozens of protesters in Tunis demanded the release of four Global Sumud Flotilla activists, with one detainee now in his second month of a hunger strike amid serious health deterioration.
State funeral honours Hong Kong’s first post-colonial leader Tung Chee-hwa
Hong Kong held a state funeral for Tung Chee-hwa, its first post-colonial chief executive, who died on September 8 at age 89, marking only the third such honour since the 1997 handover.
Russia holds parliamentary vote in areas it seized from Ukraine in the war
Russia held parliamentary elections in territories it seized from Ukraine, marking the first time residents of the annexed regions voted in Russian elections, despite international condemnation of the process.
Israeli attacks kill four Palestinians including son of Gaza’s health chief
Israeli drone strikes killed four Palestinians in Gaza on Saturday and Friday, including the son of Gaza’s health ministry director, amid ongoing attacks since a ceasefire was announced.
Syria says blast at military site in Deir Az Zor killed 11
Eleven soldiers were killed in an explosion at a Syrian military weapons cache in Deir Az Zor, with nine others wounded. The blast marks the second incident at a Syrian military site in under two weeks.
Demonstrators in US form human chain to protest Kennedy Center closure vote
Thousands of protesters formed a human chain around the Kennedy Center in Washington DC to oppose its closure and contest President Trump’s control over the institution.
Ed Sheeran concert set to go ahead after outcry over Gaza
Ed Sheeran is set to perform in Philadelphia on Saturday after opening acts withdrew in support of expelled rapper Macklemore, whose Gaza comments sparked controversy.
Dutch riot police break up violent far-right protest in The Hague
Dutch riot police broke up a far-right protest in The Hague on Saturday after about 500 demonstrators threw projectiles and fireworks, resulting in 24 arrests.
Iran says conditions to re-engage in talks, end war sent to US via Qatar
Iran has conveyed formal conditions to the US through Qatar for ending the war, including an end to hostilities, release of frozen funds, and lifting of a naval blockade, according to the country’s security chief.
India to supply Nepal electricity after floods wrecked hydropower projects
India will supply up to 654 megawatts of electricity daily to Nepal through December 31 following catastrophic flooding last month that damaged hydropower infrastructure across the country.
Trump says calls for more control on AI are a ‘SICK conspiracy’
President Trump dismissed calls for increased government oversight of artificial intelligence as a “sick conspiracy,” arguing that regulation would benefit China and that strong presidential leadership is the only control needed.
Israeli minister threatens to revoke filmmakers’ citizenship over Gaza film
Israeli Culture Minister Miki Zohar threatened to revoke the citizenship of filmmakers Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor after their Gaza documentary won an award at Venice Film Festival.
Protests break out across Syria over fuel price increases
Syria’s government raised fuel prices by up to 40 percent on diesel and 28 percent on petrol, sparking protests in multiple cities and highway blockades.
Animated map shows spread of illegal Israeli settlements across Palestine
An animated map traces the expansion of Israeli settlements across Palestinian territories in the West Bank and East Jerusalem, now housing approximately 750,000 Israelis across 163 illegal communities.
US Kennedy Center faces bankruptcy, Washington Post reports
The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts faces potential bankruptcy and possible closure as early as Tuesday, with its Trump-led board considering renaming the venue to secure funding and avert financial collapse.
Why Bangladesh has lost 1,000 lives to measles despite record vaccine drive
Bangladesh faces a measles epidemic that has killed over 1,000 people since March despite vaccinating nearly 20 million children in an emergency campaign launched in April.
Yemen gov’t forces advance in Taiz as Houthis claim attack on Saudi Arabia
Yemen’s government forces advanced in Taiz province against Houthis with air support, while the Houthis claimed attacking Saudi Arabia with dozens of missiles and drones targeting military facilities.
At least one dead, 25 missing after boat carrying migrants sinks off Greece
A migrant boat sank off a Greek island near Crete, leaving one person dead and 25 missing, while 51 others were rescued by nearby vessels.
Afghan woman deported from US in first use of ‘alien terrorist’ court
An Afghan woman with US permanent residency was deported after proceedings in a secretive terrorism court established in 1996 but never previously used, marking the first-ever case heard before the Alien Terrorist Removal Court.
Critics celebrate Céline Dion’s ‘risky’ comeback show in Paris
Céline Dion returned to performing in Paris after a six-year hiatus due to stiff person syndrome, delivering an emotionally charged opening show that critics praised as a remarkable comeback.
Who are the 514 people accused of starting French wildfires and what motivates them?
French authorities arrested 514 people this summer for suspected wildfire arson, including 198 minors, as blazes consumed a record 115,000 hectares across the country.
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Trends in Responsible Gambling Around the World
For an activity that has been going on since Ancient times, gambling still manages to cause quite a stir in modern society. Countries have attempted to regulate or even ban it outright several times in the past, but no avail. In fact, strong-arm attempts to enforce...
Is the Indian government doing enough to bring the sliding rupee under control?
It’s clear that currencies from the emerging nations like Turkey, India, Argentina, Brazil, and Russia are facing battering. There are several reasons behind the turmoil faced by these markets. The probability of a global trade war, political issues, rising interest...
Manhattan Man Views Video of Burglars Robbing His Apartment in Real Time
The most current buzz phrase in both technology and home security is “smart home automation.” Thanks to a number of devices hitting the market, smart home automation translates to security for homes, even when residents are away. Despite company claims that these...
The Push To Toughen DUI Laws
Washington state lawmakers have had a successful legislative year. From lowering college tuition to investments in mental health, there is one issue that most would call a failure: toughening DUI laws. The state house is being called out after failing to vote on a...