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Tigray refugees flee into Sudan after deadly violence on Ethiopia border
Hundreds of Tigrayans have fled into Sudan after weekend clashes between Ethiopian federal forces and TPLF rebels in northern Ethiopia, breaching a three-year-old peace agreement.
Indian court acquits ex-wrestling chief in sexual harassment case
An Indian court has acquitted the former wrestling federation chief of sexual harassment charges brought by prominent female wrestlers, who have announced plans to appeal the decision.
Iraqi Kurdish regional leader meets Syrian president in Damascus
Iraq’s Kurdish regional leader Nechirvan Barzani met Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Damascus, discussing bilateral relations and economic cooperation in the first such visit since Syria’s leadership change in December 2024.
Republicans say they will back Blanche after US Justice Department order
Two Republican senators announce they will support Trump’s DOJ pick Todd Blanche after he canceled a controversial $1.8 billion fund intended to compensate Trump’s political allies.
Trump meets his obstinate match in Iran’s hardball regime
Trump claims negotiations with Iran are set to begin this week, but Tehran denies talks are occurring, maintaining control of the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions.
US announces first two deaths from cyclospora outbreak
US health authorities confirmed the first two deaths from a cyclospora outbreak in Michigan, both individuals with underlying health conditions. The outbreak has sickened thousands nationwide.
At least five Mohamed Al Fayed abuse survivors confirmed as human-trafficking victims
At least five survivors of Mohamed Al Fayed have been confirmed as human trafficking victims by the Home Office, with police investigating who may have facilitated the deceased businessman’s crimes.
NEET: How India’s exam paper leak ended young lives
At least 21 students in India died by suicide following cancellation of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test due to a question paper leak, sparking youth protests and the resignation of the education minister.
Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv’s forces hit Wildberries again amid deadly trade of strikes with Russia
Ukrainian drones struck Russian targets including a Wildberries warehouse, killing at least nine people, while Russian attacks on Ukraine killed at least five in ongoing strikes across both nations.
Jordan intercepts Iranian missiles as U.S. and Saudi Arabia strike militias in Iraq
Jordan’s military intercepted five Iranian missiles early Wednesday as the U.S. and Saudi Arabia conducted strikes against Iran-backed militia sites in Iraq, ending a brief three-day pause in Middle Eastern hostilities.
‘The shaking was terrifying’: stories of survival and loss emerge after Japan earthquake
A 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck southern Japan on Tuesday, killing at least 13 people and injuring hundreds. Survival stories and devastating losses emerged from heavily damaged towns near the epicenter.
Seattle pays tribute to festival shooting victims
Seattle held a candlelight vigil Monday to honor three people killed in a shooting at the Bite of Seattle food festival the previous day, with the mayor condemning gun violence.
‘A narcissist’: Victim’s family hits out at Bryan Kohberger for challenging conviction for Idaho murders
Bryan Kohberger, convicted of four murders of University of Idaho students in 2022, is challenging his guilty plea and claiming false promises influenced his decision to avoid trial.
Japan earthquake injures at least 100 and traps many inside shopping mall
A 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck Kumamoto prefecture in southern Japan on Tuesday afternoon, injuring at least 100 people and trapping many inside a shopping mall where an explosion occurred.
Pakistan accused of fatally shooting 30 unarmed protesters in Kashmir
Pakistan-administered Kashmir has experienced a deadly crackdown against protesters, with local groups reporting at least 30 deaths over two days amid weeks of civil unrest.
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy hails ‘good meeting’ with Trump at White House
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy met with President Trump at the White House, describing it as a “good meeting” and discussing military cooperation and peace efforts to end the conflict with Russia.
New Party: Why Turkiye’s opposition suffered a split and what that means
Turkish opposition leader Ozgur Ozel announced formation of a new political party after his ousting from the main opposition Republican People’s Party, alongside 90 breakaway lawmakers.
Inside the secret battle to document RSF abuses in Sudan
Covert monitoring teams in Sudan’s Darfur region document systematic abuses by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, including mass killings, sexual violence, and arbitrary detention, while facing extreme security challenges.
Lindsey Graham ‘almost cried’ tears of joy over war on Iran, footage shows
Newly released documentary footage shows Senator Lindsey Graham claimed he persuaded President Trump to join Israel in war against Iran and offered to lobby for attacks on Lebanon, before his death on July 11.
Uganda declares end to Ebola outbreak
Uganda declared the end of its Ebola outbreak after completing a mandatory 42-day monitoring period with no new cases detected, while the DRC continues facing a larger epidemic.
‘No freedom at all’: Israeli closures leave West Bank patients trapped
Palestinian ambulance drivers face severe delays at Israeli checkpoints following a military operation, with some trips requiring detours of up to 100 kilometers and resulting in preventable deaths of patients unable to reach hospitals.
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Crime Statistics Knoxville TN
Knoxville, Tennessee is considered one of the most crime-ridden cities in a state that has some of the highest crime rates in the country. Reports actually show that the state is known for so many reported crimes that it would be hard not to find one of the tens of...
South Korean Women Lose Case To Resolve ‘comfort women’ issue lingering from World War II
A South Korean court has upheld a bilateral agreement between South Korea and Japan which settled once and for all the painful issue of “comfort women” that arose out of World War II. The agreement was challenged recently by 12 women who were suing for $100 million...
Judge Orders City To Pay $259K In Libel Suit
One Nebraska town has made headlines after being accused of libel by one of its very own citizens. The city of Lincoln, Nebraska found itself in hot water after one woman sued the city and accused Lincoln’s Crime Stopper’s chapter of slander and libel. It all started...
Could Bankruptcy Be The Solution For Puerto Rico?
The financial state of Puerto Rico has been a recent headline in the news. As the commonwealth faces financial uncertainty, many are watching Puerto Rico as it becomes known as “America’s Greece.” Most recently, the island announced it would be unable to make...