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Amid protests, Kosovo’s political deadlock raises prospect of new elections
Kosovo faces political deadlock over presidential elections amid protests against convictions of former KLA leaders, with new elections possible if lawmakers fail to act by midnight Wednesday.
Catalan separatist Puigdemont to return to Spain after warrant lifted
Spain’s Constitutional Court ruled that an amnesty law covers embezzlement charges against Catalan separatist leader Carles Puigdemont, with a Supreme Court judge lifting his arrest warrant on Tuesday, potentially allowing his return from self-exile.
What are the US midterms? A simple guide
Americans will vote in midterm elections on November 3, determining control of Congress and affecting the remainder of Donald Trump’s presidency amid concerns over the economy, immigration, and artificial intelligence regulation.
Air campaign against Houthis under way in Yemen, says Saudi-led coalition
A Saudi-led coalition launched a broad air campaign with 100 fighter jets against Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen on Monday, while allied ground forces advanced along the Red Sea coast.
Far right on the march and Lula’s failures: key drivers of Flávio Bolsonaro’s Brazil surge
Flávio Bolsonaro secured a shock first-round victory in Brazil’s presidential election, attributed to evangelical church influence, urban violence concerns, and dissatisfaction with Lula’s governance.
The Blue Planet and Gandhi composer George Fenton dies aged 76
George Fenton, the Oscar-nominated composer behind Gandhi, Groundhog Day, and Blue Planet, has died at age 76. His death came unexpectedly just weeks after signing a new publishing deal.
Saudi Arabia urged to spare Sri Lankan sentenced to death over Facebook post
A 24-year-old Sri Lankan migrant worker faces execution in Saudi Arabia after being convicted of blasphemy over a Facebook comment insulting the Prophet Muhammad. Sri Lankan authorities and civil society groups are seeking clemency through diplomatic channels.
Nifty: Five reasons India’s markets are sinking even when its economy is growing
India’s economy grows over 7% annually, yet its stock market has posted losses for eight consecutive weeks—the longest streak in 25 years—eroding investor wealth by approximately 15% this year.
Fuel from South Korea being shipped to Russia as Ukraine war grinds on
South Korean ports shipped over 176,000 tonnes of fuel to Russia via sanctioned tankers in July and August, complicating Seoul’s stated support for Ukraine amid the ongoing war.
Former Prince Andrew files legal action to quash warrants that led to residence searches
Former Prince Andrew filed legal action challenging warrants used by British police to search his homes during an investigation into his links to deceased sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Georgia officials hunt for suspect in shooting that killed two and injured 35
A mass shooting at a block party in rural Georgia early Sunday killed two people and wounded 35 others. Investigators are searching for the suspect as authorities continue their active investigation.
Murder in Okinawa: The US military’s history of alleged crime in Japan
A US Marine is alleged to have murdered a Japanese woman in Okinawa, prompting Japanese government protests and public rallies amid decades of military-related crimes in the region.
In both France and Spain, ruling parties must prove they can give young protesters hope
Youth-led protests erupt across France and Spain over housing costs and education funding, challenging ruling parties to address generational economic insecurity amid political gridlock.
Latest US military strike on alleged drug boat kills four in Caribbean
The US military conducted another strike on an alleged drug trafficking boat in the Caribbean, killing four people, according to Southern Command.
Yemeni gov’t forces aim for Sanaa, but Houthi defeat will be a challenge
Yemeni government forces have announced a major offensive to recapture territory from Houthi militants, claiming recent advances along the Red Sea coast and around the strategic Bab al-Mandeb strait.
DR Congo boat collision kills at least 30, dozens missing
A boat collision on the Congo River in the Democratic Republic of Congo has claimed at least 30 lives, with dozens more reported missing, according to provincial officials.
What is ‘Herod’s Pool’, and why is Israel developing it in the West Bank?
Israel has begun developing an ancient pool in the occupied West Bank after settlers illegally diverted water from a Palestinian village, formalizing the site as “Herod’s Pool” as part of broader heritage preservation efforts.
Mecca Alliance: Turkiye, Pakistan agree to military deployment to Saudi Arabia
Turkey, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia have agreed to deploy military forces to the kingdom in response to attacks by Yemen’s Houthi group, triggering their mutual defense alliance signed in August.
Mexico seeks evidence of border shooting that prompted US troop deployment
Mexico requested evidence from the US regarding a reported cross-border shooting that prompted American troop deployment, stating its military detected no shots fired from Mexican territory.
Flávio Bolsonaro poised to win Brazilian presidency after shock first-round victory
Flávio Bolsonaro won Brazil’s first-round presidential election with 47.03% of votes, ahead of incumbent Lula da Silva’s 45.16%, positioning himself as the frontrunner for the October 25 runoff.
Brazil’s presidential race goes to second round as Flávio Bolsonaro leads incumbent Lula
Brazil’s presidential election advances to a second round after far-right candidate Flávio Bolsonaro narrowly leads incumbent leftist president Lula da Silva, scheduled for 25 October.
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South Korea’s Comfort Women Suffer Embezzlement From Their Own Government
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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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