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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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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,397
These are the key developments from day 1,397 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.Published On 22 Dec 202522 Dec 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareHere is where things stand on Monday, December 22:Fighting A Russian attack on Ukraine’s Kharkiv region killed a...
‘Alarming’ medicine shortages in Gaza amid Israeli restrictions
Gaza’s Ministry of Health has appealed for increased drug, medical consumables and laboratory supplies, warning of severe shortages after more than two years of Israel’s genocidal war against the Palestinian people in Gaza and a crippling blockade.The ministry said on...
How volatile is the political situation in Bangladesh?
Tensions are growing after the killing of a student leader in last year’s revolt, which toppled Sheikh Hasina.Tensions are growing in Bangladesh after the killing of a student leader of last year’s uprising that ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.Elections for a new...
Nigeria says 130 kidnapped Catholic schoolchildren freed
The country has seen a wave of recent mass abductions, as it suffers from multiple interlinked security concerns.Nigerian authorities have secured the release of 130 kidnapped schoolchildren taken by gunmen from a Catholic school in November, according to a...
US pursues another oil tanker near Venezuela: Reports
The vessel was flying a false flag and under a judicial seizure order, according to US officials cited by US media.By News AgenciesPublished On 21 Dec 202521 Dec 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareThe United States is pursuing an oil tanker in...
Worker at France’s Elysee Palace to face trial over alleged theft
Three people arrested in connection with suspected theft of items worth between 15,000 and 40,000 euros.By News AgenciesPublished On 21 Dec 202521 Dec 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareFrance’s presidential silverware keeper and two other men are set...
Swedish authorities board sanctioned Russian ship in national waters
Authorities board vessel off Swedish coast after it suffered an engine failure.By News AgenciesPublished On 21 Dec 202521 Dec 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareSweden’s customs service has said that authorities boarded a Russian freighter that anchored...
Will Trump’s ‘imperfect plan’ for ending the Ukraine war work?
Some European leaders feel sidelined as US mediation takes Russian priorities into consideration.After years of support from the United States for the Ukraine war to continue “as long as it takes”, the Trump administration is now pushing to end Europe’s war – quickly...
Russia criticises European moves to amend US plan to end Ukraine war
Yury Ushakov’s remarks come a day after US and Russian officials held talks on the US proposal in Florida.By News AgenciesPublished On 21 Dec 202521 Dec 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareRussian President Vladimir Putin’s top foreign policy aide says...
Barcelona see off Villarreal with goals from Raphinha and Yamal
Barca punish 10-man hosts Villarreal to win eighth consecutive La Liga game and move four points clear at the summit.Barcelona wingers Raphinha and Lamine Yamal guided the Catalan giants four points clear at the top of La Liga with a 2-0 win at 10-man...
Israeli arms companies’ revenues soared in 2024
Value of Israel’s defence exports increased 13 percent in 2024 compared with the previous year to a record of almost $15bn.Israeli arms companies made record-high revenues last year, as weapons manufacturers market some of their products as “battle-tested” after their...
Mo Salah focused on Egypt success at AFCON with Liverpool crisis behind him
Liverpool and Egypt star forward Mohamed Salah is centred on winning his first Africa Cup of Nations title.By News AgenciesPublished On 21 Dec 202521 Dec 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareEgypt captain Mohamed Salah has put aside his travails at...