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A Warming World
In the past 60 years, every decade has been hotter than the last, and 2020 is on track to be among the hottest years yet. But the burden of extreme heat is not shared equally — it’s significantly worse for people at the bottom of the socioeconomic ladder. Extreme heat...
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...
Brexit Negotiations Are Poised to Become Chaotic
European policymakers rejected the latest Brexit plan from UK British Prime Minister Boris Johnson saying that the plan was unworkable. While the plan was not rejected outright, EU leaders said that in its current form it could not go forward. Basically, the plan in...
The Pitfalls of Pro Se (Self-Representation) When Facing Criminal Charges
Are you facing criminal charges and wondering if you should try to represent yourself? If so, you’re considering a risky move that will probably result in a conviction. Hiring a private attorney is your best chance for a reduced sentence or even getting your charges...
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Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder outlast Spurs to reach brink of NBA Finals
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder are a win away from a return to the finals after Game 5 victory.Published On 27 May 202627 May 2026Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 32 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the San Antonio Spurs 127-114 to...
How badly is Europe affected by fertiliser shortages due to the Iran war?
European Union agriculture ministers are meeting in Brussels to discuss the availability of fertiliser as the war on Iran disrupts global supply chains.The talks come as the European Commission pushes a new Fertiliser Action Plan aimed at supporting farmers who face a...
Iran war day 89: Lebanon strikes kill 31 as ceasefire tensions rise
EXPLAINERIsraeli strikes kill 31 in Lebanon as attacks intensify and displacement orders spread. Published On 27 May 202627 May 2026Israeli attacks across southern Lebanon killed at least 31 people and wounded 40 others on Tuesday, as Israeli forces intensified...
‘Deep suspicion’ of US lingers as Iran ponders agreement to end war
Tehran, Iran – “The fundamental principle is distrust towards America” – this is how senior lawmaker Abbas Moghtadaei described the situation to state television on Tuesday afternoon.It came after an Iranian delegation, led by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher...
‘No livestock but still hope’: Palestinians prepare for Eid al-Adha in Gaza
Gaza City — In her tent, where she has spent much of Israel’s genocidal war on Gaza, 68-year-old I’tidal Hamdan prepares for her third consecutive Eid al-Adha away from home.Hamdan imagined this year would be different. She had hoped to fulfil a lifelong dream of...
‘Naturally scared’: India’s Muslims denied public spaces for Eid prayers
Meerut, India – The mood is barely festive as a group of Muslim men huddle inside a small mosque to discuss the arrangements for Eid al-Adha prayers in Meerut district of India’s Uttar Pradesh state.Ceiling fans hum above to beat the brutal north Indian heat as nearly...
China’s EV exports surge 40 percent in April
Asia bought the most Chinese EVs of any region, followed by Europe and Latin America, data compiled by Bloomberg shows.By Al Jazeera and News AgenciesPublished On 27 May 202627 May 2026China’s electric vehicle exports surged 40 percent last month, bolstering its...
Israel ‘intensifies’ attacks in Lebanon killing at least 31 people
NewsFeedAt least 31 people have been killed in Israeli attacks across southern Lebanon as Israel says it is intensifying operations against Hezbollah. The group launched a series of deadly drone attacks on Israeli forces in northern Israel.Published On 27 May 202627...
White House prepares for UFC showdown for Trump’s 80th birthday
NewsFeedConstruction is underway on the South Lawn of the White House in preparation for UFC Freedom 250, a mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship that is scheduled to take place on President Trump’s 80th birthday.Published On 27 May...
Trump-backed Paxton topples Senator Cornyn in Texas primary run-off
Ken Paxton defeats John Cornyn in Texas race, setting up a November election that could decide control of the US Senate.Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, boosted by President Donald Trump’s endorsement, has defeated four-term US Senator John Cornyn in the Republican...
Group of women and children with alleged ISIL ties returns to Australia
Australian Federal Police have not made any arrests but say inquiries are ongoing.A group of 19 women and children with alleged links to ISIL (ISIS) has returned to Australia, with the government warning that anyone found to have engaged in criminal activity will be...
Brazil’s Flavio Bolsonaro meets with Trump amid troubled presidential bid
Son of former President Jair Bolsonaro is fighting to recover from a scandal that has rocked his presidential campaign.By ReutersPublished On 27 May 202627 May 2026Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro has shared a photo that appears to show him meeting with US President...