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Puerto Rican cities hit with water rationing measures during record drought
Puerto Rico implements water rationing across major cities including San Juan, affecting over 180,000 residents for 48-hour periods on a rotating basis starting Friday amid severe drought conditions.
Pope Leo XIV to visit Peru, Argentina and Uruguay in November
Pope Leo XIV will visit Peru, Argentina, and Uruguay in November, marking his first trip to Latin America as head of the Catholic Church and the first papal visit to Argentina in nearly 40 years.
Head of drone manufacturer critically injured in car bomb in Russia
Vladimir Tkachuk, founder of Russian drone manufacturer Uraldronzavod, was critically injured when a bomb exploded beneath his vehicle near Ekaterinburg. His bodyguard was killed in the blast.
Israel strikes southern Lebanon killing one and injuring 11
An Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon killed one person and injured 11, marking one of the deadliest bombings since a June ceasefire began.
Puntland forces seize government-held camp in Somalia’s Galkayo
Armed forces from Somalia’s Puntland state attacked a federal government military camp in Galkayo, with regional leadership characterizing it as a security operation against alleged federal overreach.
Malaysia vows not to return Rohingya refugees to Myanmar if lives at risk
Malaysia stated it will not repatriate 5,000 Rohingya refugees to Myanmar if their lives face danger, as government officials review a proposal announced earlier in the week.
Brazil’s Flavio Bolsonaro names Alfredo Gaspar as running mate
Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro has selected conservative Congressman Alfredo Gaspar as his running mate for October’s presidential election against incumbent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.
Projectile sinks Indian-flagged ship off Yemen coast
An Indian-flagged ship capsized and sank after being struck by a projectile off Yemen’s coast. All 14 crew members aboard were safely rescued, officials reported.
Nirmal Purja: How a generation of record-setting guides died in a disaster which klled a climbing legend
Six Nepali mountain guides, including renowned climber Nirmal Purja, died in an avalanche on Broad Peak last week, marking a devastating loss for Nepal’s mountaineering community and elite climbing generation.
DOJ sends monitors to Michigan poll sites as lawmakers warn of partisan aim
The DOJ deployed federal monitors to four Michigan cities during the state’s primary election, drawing concerns from Democratic lawmakers about potential partisan use under the Trump administration.
Red Cross urges international aid as Sudan crisis deepens
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies urges increased international aid for Sudan, stating humanitarian needs are escalating amid an ongoing conflict between military and paramilitary forces.
The real reason child vaccination rates are falling
Childhood vaccination rates across Britain have fallen significantly over the past 15 years, dropping from 89% to 81% for four-in-one jabs and from 88% to 84% for MMR doses.
Artificial intelligence: Why firms are struggling to set prices
Major technology firms face challenges pricing AI services due to unpredictable token consumption, fluctuating costs, and difficulty forecasting usage patterns for customers over multi-year contracts.
What will happen when a SpaceX rocket collides with the Moon?
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket upper stage is expected to collide with the Moon on August 5, traveling at approximately 5,400 mph and creating a crater over 50 feet wide.
Fresh US-Iran talks are ‘last chance’ for Tehran to avoid war escalating, Trump says
Donald Trump stated that ongoing negotiations between the US and Iran represent the “last chance” for Tehran to reach a deal and prevent military escalation, while Iranian officials denied that talks have commenced.
South Africa anti-immigration protests: The stories of a Nigerian and Ghanaian who left
Thousands of foreign nationals have fled South Africa this year following anti-immigration protests, with some experiencing harassment despite holding legal residency status, straining continental relations.
Death toll from Venezuela earthquakes passes 6,000
Venezuela’s confirmed death toll from June earthquakes has reached 6,125, with 61,000 hospitalized. The government faces criticism over its disaster response as recovery efforts continue.
Trump administration sued by 25 states over new tariffs on trading partners
Twenty-five Democratic-led states sued the Trump administration over new tariffs on 60 trading partners, claiming the president exceeded his legal authority to implement the levies.
Ibrahim Traore: Why Burkina Faso’s popular leader faces a reality test
Captain Ibrahim Traore, who seized power in Burkina Faso in 2022, has become Africa’s most recognizable leader by championing sovereignty and resisting foreign influence, but faces mounting pressure to deliver security improvements and address governance concerns.
Salvadoran man dies in ICE custody at New Jersey detention centre
A 41-year-old Salvadoran man died at a New Jersey immigration detention facility, marking the second death at Delaney Hall in less than a year.
Colombia’s Petro repeats vote fraud claims days before handing over power
Colombia’s outgoing president Gustavo Petro has reiterated claims that June’s election was rigged, rejecting the legitimacy of his right-wing successor days before the presidential transition.
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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
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