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Poland’s ascent from communist state to top 20 economy reverses the brain drain
Poland’s economy has surged from 40% of EU average income in the mid-1990s to 81% last year, ranking it among the world’s 20 largest economies and reversing decades of emigration.
From Morocco to South Africa, Israel election watched closely across Africa
As Israelis prepare for elections on October 27, African governments are assessing potential implications for their foreign policies and bilateral relationships with Israel amid divisions over the Gaza conflict.
Backlash in Kashmir over proposal for uniform Friday sermons across mosques
Kashmir’s Waqf Board proposed uniform Friday sermons at mosques, drawing backlash from religious leaders and politicians who view it as government interference in Muslim religious affairs.
Police arrest US teen in alleged Illinois Hindu temple mass shooting plot
A 19-year-old Illinois teenager was arrested after authorities discovered a manifesto expressing white supremacist views and an alleged plan to conduct a mass shooting targeting a Hindu temple.
School roof collapse kills at least 29, injures more than 3 dozen in Pakistan
A private school roof collapsed in Peshawar, Pakistan on Thursday, killing at least 29 people including 28 children and injuring more than 50 others in the northwestern city.
‘Each country goes its own way’: How Balkan politics shape ties with Israel
Balkan countries pursue divergent policies toward Israel shaped by domestic politics and national interests rather than regional consensus, with positions ranging from strong Palestinian solidarity to open support for Israel.
Mauritius reels from worst riots in decades after woman shot by police
Mauritius imposed an overnight curfew following the worst riots in decades after a woman was shot by police during protests over water shortages and living costs.
Pope walking and recovering ‘as expected’ after surgery, doctors say
Pope Leo XIV has begun walking and resumed normal eating following lung surgery to remove a lower lobe, with doctors reporting his recovery is progressing as expected.
US Social Security benefits to rise by 3.6 percent in 2027
US Social Security benefits will increase by 3.6 percent starting in 2027, one of the decade’s largest cost-of-living adjustments, affecting 72 million recipients.
China and North Korea to open New Yalu River Bridge, state media reports
China and North Korea will officially open the New Yalu River Bridge to traffic Thursday, marking a significant step in warming bilateral relations after years of diplomatic tensions over sanctions and nuclear disputes.
Why Sri Lanka’s Rajapaksas are being investigated for corruption and crimes
Sri Lanka’s Rajapaksa family faces multiple corruption investigations following their 2022 political downfall, including arrests of former President Mahinda’s wife and son on bribery and misuse charges.
How Israel’s ‘Yellow Line’ is reshaping southern Lebanon
Israel continues to occupy and demolish homes in southern Lebanon despite a June framework agreement aimed at withdrawal, displacing over 1.2 million people and destroying approximately 50 villages.
Tensions with teachers, pupils and Turkiye: Inside Azerbaijan’s hijab row
Azerbaijan’s new rules banning hijabs in public schools have sparked tensions among teachers, students, and international observers, with disputes over secularism versus religious freedom in education.
Trump says oil, gas and mineral exploration to begin in Greenland
President Trump announced that major exploration for oil, gas, and minerals will begin in Greenland, characterizing the Arctic island as holding some of the world’s largest easily extractable oil reserves.
How do Iranians move money abroad to avoid US sanctions?
Facing severe international sanctions, Iranians have turned to informal currency exchanges, intermediaries, cryptocurrency, and private arrangements to move money abroad, each method carrying significant risks and costs.
These workers help train robots who could one day steal their jobs
Indian textile workers are being equipped with cameras to record their movements for training AI robots, often without their knowledge or consent, raising concerns about labor exploitation and job displacement.
RJ Mitte: Breaking Bad actor dies aged 34
RJ Mitte, best known for playing Walter White Jr. in Breaking Bad, has died at age 34. His publicist confirmed he took his own life in Brownsville, Texas, on Monday.
Tata boardroom feud is testing a trusted business empire
A power struggle between Tata Sons’ board and majority shareholder Tata Trusts over leadership and public listing plans has exposed divisions within India’s oldest business empire, testing its reputation for trusted governance.
Hurricane Simon and Tropical Storm Rachel kill five people on Mexico’s Pacific coast
Hurricane Simon and Tropical Storm Rachel have killed at least five people along Mexico’s Pacific coast, causing extensive flooding, infrastructure damage, and displacement in multiple states.
Death threats and isolation – the cost of fighting sexual violence in Iraq
Iraqi women’s rights activists face death threats and isolation while documenting sexual abuse and harassment. Advocates say Iraq lacks adequate legal protections and shelter systems for survivors of gender-based violence.
DNA and vehicle-tracking help French investigators recover stolen Renoirs
French investigators recovered two stolen Renoir paintings from a museum in Cagnes-sur-Mer using DNA evidence and vehicle-tracking data. Four men face preliminary charges including organized theft.
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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...