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When is the next FIFA World Cup? 2030 hosts, dates and format
The 2030 FIFA World Cup will span six countries across three continents, featuring centenary matches in South America before moving to main hosts Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.
Who is Andy Burnham, the U.K.’s new prime minister?
Andy Burnham, a Labour politician from northern England, became the United Kingdom’s new prime minister on Monday after being elected party leader unopposed earlier in the month.
Israeli ministers join march to Gaza to demand return of settlements
Israeli government officials and lawmakers participated in a march toward Gaza demanding the reconstruction of Jewish settlements evacuated in 2005, with the event reflecting growing mainstream political support for resettlement plans.
Ferry carrying 133 passengers and crew sinks off Guyana coast
A ferry carrying 133 people capsized off Guyana’s coast with 67 rescued so far. The MV Barima sank following departure from Georgetown, leaving dozens missing.
Ukraine war briefing: Strikes devastate Russian warehouses ‘used for drones’
Ukraine reports long-range strikes on Russian drone supply warehouses in Moscow and Tambov regions, while Russia launches missile attacks on Kyiv and Odesa, killing multiple civilians.
Twin earthquakes strike Peru killing at least five
Two earthquakes with magnitudes of 5.1 and 3.7 struck Peru’s Junin region, killing at least five people and leaving approximately 300 people displaced.
Lebanese food influencer sentenced to life for drug smuggling
Lebanese food influencer with millions of TikTok followers has been sentenced to life imprisonment for his involvement in an international drug smuggling operation that concealed hashish in cake packaging.
‘Sacred unity’: Iran’s supreme leader calls for calm amid political divides
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has called for national unity and an end to political divisions as fighting with the US intensifies, while officials attempt to present a consolidated front on the disputed memorandum of understanding.
Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun meets Rubio ahead of Trump talks
Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun is in Washington for high-level talks with US officials, seeking American support for implementing a US-brokered agreement aimed at ending Israeli-Hezbollah conflict and securing Israeli troop withdrawal.
Russia launches major ballistic-missile attack on Ukraine capital Kyiv
Russia launched a significant ballistic missile attack on Kyiv, killing one person and wounding at least 14, with Ukrainian air defenses intercepting 18 of 41 missiles, according to officials.
India achieves milestone with launch of first private-sector orbital rocket
Pakistani forces kill 24 militants in border raids near Afghanistan
New York’s Mamdani says looking into Netanyahu arrest during city visit
New York’s Mamdani says looking into Netanyahu arrest during city visit
Armed groups attack Malian military convoy in Gao region
Armed groups attack Malian military convoy in Gao region
Belgium bans imports from Israeli settlements in occupied Palestine
Belgium bans imports from Israeli settlements in occupied Palestine
Venezuela quake death toll tops 5,000 as IMF releases emergency aid
Iraq signs 48 deals with US companies during PM’s visit to Washington
‘A revolutionary act to watch it’: the film India’s censors do not want you to see
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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...