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Dodik declared Bosnia ‘dead’. Irrelevant rhetoric or serious threat?
Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik called Bosnia-Herzegovina “dead” and “impossible” at a campaign rally ahead of the country’s election today, drawing debate over whether his separatist rhetoric poses a genuine threat.
Philippines arrests 244 suspects in online scam crackdown
Philippine authorities arrested 244 foreign suspects, mostly Chinese, in raids targeting illegal offshore gaming operators accused of conducting online scams and human trafficking.
Christa Pike’s prognosis still unclear after failed execution, lawyer says
Christa Pike remains critically ill in hospital on a ventilator following her failed execution, with her prognosis uncertain, according to her lawyer.
Air strike in Sudan kills UN aid truck driver: WFP
An air strike on UN food aid trucks in Sudan’s South Kordofan killed a driver, with the World Food Programme calling for an investigation into the attack on clearly marked humanitarian vehicles.
Mass protests demanding poll chief resignation shake India for third day
Mass protests demanding India’s election commission chief resign have continued for a third day, with demonstrators alleging voter-roll revisions disenfranchise millions to benefit the ruling BJP.
Ukraine ready for US-backed talks with Russia: Zelenskyy
Ukraine’s president says Kyiv is ready for trilateral talks with the United States and Russia this month to discuss ending the war.
Pro-Imran Khan mass rally launched after Pakistan government talks fail
Supporters of jailed former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan launched a mass rally from the northwest after government negotiations failed, with the march expected to reach near Islamabad by Thursday.
Serbian populist leader Vucic launches campaign for prime minister
Former Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic launched his campaign for prime minister ahead of a parliamentary election scheduled for October 25, addressing thousands of supporters at a Belgrade arena on Saturday.
Zimbabweans struggle to rebuild after fleeing xenophobia in South Africa
Over 116,000 Zimbabweans returned home from South Africa following anti-immigrant tensions and a June 30 deadline set by activist groups, facing economic hardship and limited job prospects upon arrival.
Somalia won’t accept Israeli presence ‘under any circumstances’: President
Somalia’s President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud says the country will reject any Israeli presence and refuses to be drawn into Middle Eastern conflicts, citing concerns over reported plans for a naval base in Berbera.
Algeria sent fighter jets to Niger to thwart ‘coup attempt’, president says
Algeria’s president confirmed that his country sent fighter jets to Niger in late August to help thwart what he characterized as a coup attempt targeting the capital Niamey.
Remains of Bulgaria’s Czar Samuel return ‘home’ after 1,000 years
Bulgaria received the remains of medieval Czar Samuel on Saturday after more than 1,000 years, following negotiations with Greece that resulted in a cultural heritage accord between the two nations.
Passengers recount chaos on Tel Aviv flight. And, FBI probes employee-data hack
A flydubai flight to Tel Aviv made an emergency landing after one pilot stabbed another in an apparent attempt to crash the plane. Passengers subdued the attacker, and the aircraft landed safely in Saudi Arabia.
What is Zionism and why do some critics describe it as racist?
Green Party leadership debates whether Zionism constitutes racism, a contentious question with historical roots in cold war-era UN resolutions and ongoing disputes over Israeli-Palestinian dynamics.
Cornell rape case gets special prosecutor. And, Renee Good’s family sues the government
New York’s attorney general has been appointed special prosecutor in a Cornell University sexual assault case that generated no criminal charges, following questions about information shared with local authorities.
Spanish right wing votes down housing crisis plans as protest movement grows
Spain’s rightwing lawmakers rejected emergency housing measures Friday amid growing protests over soaring rents and evictions, deepening parliamentary gridlock.
‘We want action’: Fijian climate activist sends message ahead of UN talks in Pacific
Fijian climate activist Lavenia Naivalu calls for concrete action on climate change ahead of UN talks, emphasizing that Pacific communities need tangible solutions rather than complex policy language.
Brazil’s big political rematch: What to know
Brazil holds a presidential election on October 4, 2026, pitting incumbent President Lula against Flávio Bolsonaro, son of the former president Lula defeated in 2022.
Two Iranians charged over alleged plot targeting Jewish community in UK
British authorities charged two Iranian nationals with planning a terrorism attack targeting the Jewish community in northern England around the Jewish High Holy Days.
Ten injured after car crashes into rugby supporters in Australia
A vehicle struck a crowd of rugby league supporters in Newcastle, Australia, injuring 10 people including three children, with two in critical condition. An 18-year-old driver was arrested.
Gaza voters want jobs and security as Palestinian elections approach
Palestinian voters in Gaza prioritize employment and security as legislative elections scheduled for November 28 approach, with unemployment at approximately 80 percent following years of conflict and blockade.
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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...