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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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Sherpa found alive on Mount Everest after six days missing
NewsFeedA Nepali Sherpa has been found alive on the slopes of Mount Everest after missing for six days without food or oxygen. Dawa Sherpa was reunited with his family, who had already begun funeral rituals.Published On 4 Jun 20264 Jun 2026Click here to share on...
Saudi energy minister calls for ‘stable energy sector’ during Russia visit
Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman and other top OPEC officials visit the St Petersburg International Economic Forum. Published On 4 Jun 20264 Jun 2026Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Energy Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud has met his Russian counterpart in St Petersburg and...
Marjane Satrapi, the author of ‘Persepolis,’ dies at 56
NewsFeedIranian-French artist and filmmaker Marjane Satrapi has died at the age of 56. Known for her graphic novel ‘Persepolis,’ Satrapi was a prominent voice on exile and women’s freedom. Her family says she died of ‘sadness’ after the death of her husband.Published...
Ecuador’s disappeared: Inside one family’s search for answers
While it might be true that the cases are progressing, families of the missing argue they are moving at a snail's pace.Since early December, Fault Lines has spent time with families who are pushing for accountability and pleading with the government to learn what...
Trump official-turned-foe John Bolton accepts plea deal in documents case
Published On 4 Jun 20264 Jun 2026John Bolton, a former national security adviser to President Donald Trump, is set to accept a plea deal in a case related to the handling of classified documents, according to media in the United States.Bolton — now a prominent Trump...
Israel must allow ICRC to visit Palestinians in prison, Supreme Court rules
Israel’s Supreme Court rejects government ban on prisoner visits, affirming Red Cross access under international law. Published On 4 Jun 20264 Jun 2026Israel’s Supreme Court has unanimously rejected a government policy banning representatives of the International...
Ronaldo, Messi at World Cup: Who else is playing their final tournament?
The FIFA World Cup 2026 could be the final act for some of football’s finest talents.Although some of this tournament’s players will set a men’s football record by appearing in their sixth World Cup, age is catching up, and other players have struggled with...
Russia’s Andreeva beats Ukraine’s Kostyuk in no-handshake French Open semi
No handshake and no photo as Mirra Andreeva of Russia beats Marta Kostyuk of Ukraine to reach French Open tennis final. By Kevin Hand, News Agencies and The Associated PressPublished On 4 Jun 20264 Jun 2026Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva reached her first Grand Slam...
The making of Sudan’s RSF
NewsFeedSudan’s Rapid Support Forces have had a long history of violations, going back to when they were known as the ‘Janjaweed’. Over the past few years, they have been trying to change their image and become influential political actors in Sudan, but will that...
Pro-Palestinian badges should not be worn by NHS staff, UK review suggests
Badges proclaiming support for Palestinians, Israel, or even football teams should not be worn at work, an anti-Semitism review has said. Published On 4 Jun 20264 Jun 2026National Health Service (NHS) staff in Britain should be barred from wearing political badges,...
Black Lung Rising
Fault Lines investigates a surge in black lung among younger coal miners in Appalachia, and gaps in dust protections.Black lung was once thought to be under control in the United States. But in Appalachia, it’s resurging, hitting coal miners younger and in more severe...
Lebanon’s latest truce: What is different from the April agreement?
Israel and the Lebanese government have agreed to implement a new US-mediated ceasefire, the Trump administration has said, despite Israel’s defence minister insisting the military will continue operations in Lebanon.Furthermore, while Lebanese President Joseph Aoun...