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Trump again limits US birthright citizenship with new executive orders
President Trump signed two executive orders Thursday to restrict birthright citizenship for children of non-citizens and ban birth tourism, weeks after the Supreme Court rejected his earlier attempt to eliminate the constitutional right.
‘No red line’: South Lebanon residents outraged as Israel resumes strikes
Israel has resumed military strikes in southern Lebanon and issued forced evacuation orders, with residents expressing anger as ongoing ceasefire negotiations continue between Lebanese and Israeli officials.
Doge overstated claims to have saved Americans $110bn, watchdog finds
A government watchdog found that the Department of Government Efficiency overstated savings claims, with many lacking supporting evidence or relying on unverifiable calculation methods.
After the floods, hunger: Mozambique’s second disaster
Months after devastating floods swept through Mozambique, survivors face a second crisis as food prices surge and agricultural livelihoods collapse across affected provinces.
Brazil formally accuses 16 people over 2024 Voepass deadly plane crash
Brazil’s federal police have formally accused 16 current and former Voepass airline employees in connection with an August 2024 crash that killed 62 people, citing negligence and maintenance failures.
Israeli raid in West Bank’s Qalandiya injures 51 Palestinians
An Israeli raid in the Qalandiya refugee camp in the occupied West Bank injured at least 51 Palestinians on Thursday, with forces demolishing shops and imposing curfews on nearby areas.
Houthi strikes kill dozens in Yemen, officials say, as Saudi Arabia warns of further attacks
Houthi attacks on Yemeni military camps killed at least 30 troops on Thursday, while the Iran-aligned group also targeted Saudi civilian areas, escalating tensions in the Middle East conflict.
Anti-Muslim US Congressman Andy Ogles loses Republican primary
Republican Congressman Andy Ogles, known for anti-Muslim rhetoric, lost his Tennessee primary to Charlie Hatcher despite President Trump’s endorsement, marking a rare failure for Trump’s backing in a GOP race.
Turkiye’s Erdogan visits Saudi Arabia: What to expect
Turkish President Erdogan visits Saudi Arabia on Friday for a one-day working visit, expected to hold trilateral talks with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
Extreme heat breaks temperature records in central and eastern Europe
Multiple central and eastern European countries have set temperature records amid extreme heat driving power plant shutdowns, wildfires, and thousands of heat-related deaths across the continent.
Student kills at least 6 in a shooting at a high school in Thailand, authorities say
A student opened fire at a high school in Thailand’s Nonthaburi province on Friday, killing at least six people and wounding several others, according to police statements.
Friday briefing: What the Jason Arday row reveals about equality in modern Britain
British sociologist Jason Arday resigned after facing allegations of plagiarism in his PhD thesis and embellishments regarding his personal achievements, sparking broader debates about diversity initiatives in academia.
‘Still searching for truth’: Daughter of Sikh activist killed 30 years ago
Jaswant Singh Khalra, a human rights activist, was killed 30 years ago after investigating thousands of disappearances by Indian security forces. His daughter reflects on his legacy and ongoing fight for justice.
How AI is changing jobs in the Philippines’ outsourcing industry
The Philippines’ massive outsourcing industry, which employs 1.9 million people, faces disruption as multinational companies increasingly adopt AI technology, potentially displacing workers in a sector that has historically driven economic growth.
Pakistan’s ruling party leads in Kashmir vote despite boycott call by banned group
Pakistan’s ruling Muslim League-N party won 24 of 34 seats in first two phases of Kashmir assembly elections despite boycott calls from a banned protest group demanding abolition of refugee seats.
Ukraine hits two oil refineries deep in Russian territory
Ukraine struck two Russian oil refineries deep inside Russian territory using drones and vessels, targeting fuel revenues Moscow uses to finance its war operations.
Trump’s Gaza Board of Peace issues first building contract – for a military base
Trump’s Board of Peace has awarded its first construction contract in Gaza for a military outpost to house Moroccan troops, marking the first concrete project from the reconstruction board established in January.
Saudi Arabia names commander for maritime defence coalition
Saudi Arabia appointed Rear Admiral Abdullah bin Salem Al-Shehri as commander of a newly established multinational maritime defence coalition to protect shipping lanes through the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.
US seeks extradition of Filipino church leader accused of fraud, sex crimes
The US has requested the Philippines extradite church leader Apollo Quiboloy to face trial for child sex trafficking and fraud charges. Quiboloy was arrested in 2024 and remains detained while Philippine courts continue proceedings.
Argentina won’t retaliate after Brazil downgrades diplomatic ties
Argentina says it will not retaliate after Brazil downgraded diplomatic ties over President Milei’s recent criticism of Brazilian President Lula da Silva.
Eight countries denounce Israeli violations, attacks on healthcare in Gaza
Eight Arab and Muslim nations condemned Israeli violations in Gaza, particularly targeting of healthcare facilities and attacks on civilians, calling them grave breaches of international humanitarian law.
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