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Trump administration drops Reflecting Pool vandalism charge and admits ‘botched’ repairs
US prosecutors have dropped vandalism charges against a former Olympian, admitting that damage to Washington DC’s Reflecting Pool resulted from faulty contractor installation rather than intentional destruction.
Ethiopians on death row in Saudi Arabia: Prisoners calling the BBC from their cells
Ethiopian migrants on death row in Saudi Arabia are calling the BBC from prison cells, alleging inadequate legal representation and unfair trials. At least 17 Ethiopians have been executed in the first seven months of this year.
How police in US are using the power of podcasts to crack unsolved murders
Police departments across the US are launching podcasts about cold cases and unsolved murders to generate tips and engage wider audiences, with several cases already benefiting from the investigative tool.
CJP protest: India’s ‘Cockroach’ protesters have wounds consistent with pellet-gun fire, experts say
Independent ballistic experts confirmed that injuries sustained by protesters during a July 20 Delhi demonstration were caused by pellet guns, contradicting official police denials of their use.
US military says F-35B jet fighter crashes in California, pilot safe
An F-35B stealth fighter jet crashed near San Diego’s Miramar airbase on Friday, but the pilot ejected safely and sustained only non-life-threatening injuries, the Marine Corps reported.
Liberia’s kush crisis: The hidden trade behind a generation at risk
Liberia faces a growing kush crisis affecting young people, with families seeking treatment amid limited rehabilitation options and questions about whether enforcement targets major traffickers or street-level users.
Is Israel really ready to withdraw from Gaza?
A disarmament agreement requiring Israeli withdrawal from Gaza has drawn criticism from Israeli officials and politicians, despite U.S. President Trump’s support for the deal.
Yemen’s Houthis deny plan to charge ships transiting Red Sea
Yemen’s Houthi rebels denied plans to impose fees on ships transiting the Red Sea, stating passage through the vital Bab al-Mandeb Strait remains free of charge.
Beneath Tunisia’s silence, public anger simmers
Five years after President Kais Saied’s 2021 power consolidation, Tunisia faces deteriorating conditions including widespread blackouts, wildfires, and public demonstrations amid government crackdowns on media and opposition figures.
Trump says US has ‘understanding’ with Israel on Hamas disarmament deal
Trump claims Israel is “very happy” about a newly announced Hamas disarmament deal, though Israel has not officially endorsed the agreement and faces implementation uncertainties.
‘Strategic partner’: Peru’s Fujimori plans to intensify ties with the US
Peru’s newly appointed Foreign Minister Carlos Espa stated the country will deepen ties with the United States as a strategic partner while working to restore relations with Mexico, Colombia, and Venezuela.
Nicaraguan leader proposes extending presidential term by another year
Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega has proposed extending the presidential term by an additional year, with the government-controlled National Assembly expected to approve the measure in September.
Sen. Paul threatens to hold Fauci in contempt. And, a new rule undercuts U.S. asylum
Sen. Rand Paul threatens contempt charges against Dr. Anthony Fauci after the infectious disease expert invoked Fifth Amendment rights during a Senate hearing on COVID-19’s origins.
Trump says Morocco named Tiznit-Dakhla highway after him: Why it matters
President Trump announced that Morocco named a major highway after him, crediting his administration’s support for Morocco’s position on Western Sahara and the Abraham Accords with Israel.
Friday briefing: Why attacks on hospitals from Ukraine to Lebanon now happen with impunity
Healthcare workers face unprecedented attacks across conflict zones from Gaza to Lebanon, as international law protecting medical facilities and personnel is increasingly ignored with impunity, experts say.
How US Senate Russia sanctions could spell 100% tariffs for India, China
A sweeping Senate-approved Russia sanctions bill could impose tariffs reaching 100% on countries like India and China that continue purchasing Russian oil and energy products.
US government mislabels countries on map of Africa at global conference
U.S. officials at an AIDS conference in Brazil displayed a map with significantly inaccurate African country placements, prompting criticism online and a State Department acknowledgment of error.
Police arrest dozens at London rally supporting Palestine Action
British police arrested 77 people at a London court rally supporting Palestine Action, which is proscribed as a terrorist organization in the UK.
Republicans delay vote on Trump’s US attorney general pick amid concerns
Senate Republicans have delayed a committee vote on Trump’s attorney general pick Todd Blanche over concerns regarding his proximity to the president and a controversial IRS settlement involving Trump.
‘To play God’: Cuba’s healthcare system collapses under US pressure
Cuba’s healthcare system is collapsing amid fuel shortages following a January blockade by the Trump administration, leading to mounting mortality rates and treatment denials across the island.
‘The breath just went out of us’: people return to their homes after wildfires near Madrid
Residents of El Morro near Madrid returned to their homes after evacuation from wildfires that consumed tens of thousands of hectares, finding widespread destruction and grappling with the aftermath.
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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...