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Palestinians to bury remains of 105 people killed in Israeli attack on Gaza
Palestinians are preparing to bury the remains of 105 people killed in an Israeli airstrike on Gaza City that occurred in October 2023.
The battle for Kordofan: The corridor linking Sudan’s east and west
Fighting between Sudan’s military and paramilitary forces has intensified in the Kordofan region since late 2025, making it a critical battleground with increasing drone strikes and significant displacement.
The German town where the right has banned new ‘stumbling stones’ for Nazi victims
A German town council voted to halt new stumbling stones—brass plaques honoring Nazi victims—in a decision that drew national outcry and involved the far-right AfD party.
‘We want justice’: series of rapes trigger mass protests at Indian universities
Mass protests erupted at Indian universities following a series of brutal rapes in Delhi, with students demanding systemic change and accountability rather than restrictions on women’s freedom and movement.
Syria removed from US arms export ban list
The US removed Syria from its arms export ban list, allowing weapons sales on a case-by-case basis as Washington strengthens ties with Damascus under the new government.
Russia warns NATO of possible nuclear response if Kaliningrad is cut off
Russia warned NATO it would consider using nuclear weapons if the alliance attempts to blockade Kaliningrad, its Baltic exclave bordered by Poland and Lithuania.
US Fed watchdog finds no criminal wrongdoing in Powell-era renovation costs
The Federal Reserve’s inspector general found no criminal wrongdoing in a $2.4 billion renovation project that became a target of former President Trump’s criticism of Jerome Powell.
US FCC head says controversial Trump ads do not raise concerns
The FCC chair appointed by President Trump says taxpayer-funded advertisements promoting the administration do not warrant regulatory review, though critics argue they constitute improper political propaganda.
Norway launches probe into 11 senior officials over US Epstein files links
Norway’s Parliament has launched an investigation into 11 senior officials, including Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere, over alleged connections to late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein revealed in US documents released in January.
‘New path’: UK’s Burnham promises huge expansion of public services
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham promised major expansions of public services including healthcare, housing, and utilities during his first Labour conference speech, vowing to put Britain on a new path of equitable growth.
Ethiopia blames regional rivals as risk of conflict spillover rises
Ethiopia’s government accuses Eritrea, Sudan and Egypt of backing armed opposition groups as renewed fighting spreads across northern regions, raising concerns about potential regional conflict spillover.
Lindsay Clancy appears in court as her lawyer pushes for murder case to be dismissed
Lindsay Clancy appeared in court Tuesday as her defense team sought dismissal of murder charges in the deaths of her three children, with prosecutors arguing they presented sufficient evidence of guilt.
Knife-wielding schoolboy kills teacher, injures two in Slovakia
A 13-year-old student stabbed a 61-year-old teacher to death in northwestern Slovakia on Tuesday, also injuring two others. The boy was arrested and is being investigated for premeditated murder.
Stuck between superpowers: How Australia navigates the China-US rivalry
Australia deepens military ties with the US while maintaining crucial trade relationships with China, navigating tensions between its security ally and largest economic partner amid rising geopolitical competition.
UNGA 81: Five key takeaways from general debate
The 81st UN General Assembly concluded with debates dominated by artificial intelligence, the Israel-Palestine conflict, and US-Israel military actions against Iran, according to speeches from world leaders.
New York Times executive fatally shot by elderly in-laws, police say
A New York Times engineering executive was fatally shot in California by his wife’s elderly parents, who have been arrested and charged with first-degree murder.
French PM Lecornu warns against escalation of school protests
France’s Prime Minister Lecornu warns that escalating student protests would be irresponsible after 164 arrests, while unions defend demonstrations over school overcrowding and staffing shortages.
Prince Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma: The Ugandan journalist who became king amid a succession row
Prince Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma, a longtime journalist at Uganda’s state broadcaster, is set to be crowned king of the Tooro kingdom, though his selection has sparked controversy within the royal family.
Maharashtra anti-conversion: New law is changing how Indian Christians pray in the state
Churches in Mumbai are now requiring visitors to sign declarations stating they came to pray voluntarily, as Maharashtra’s new anti-conversion law takes effect, raising concerns among religious minorities about routine worship.
Argentina threatens legal action against UK over Falkland Islands oil exploration
Argentina’s president has issued a two-week ultimatum to Britain demanding the halt of oil exploration in the Sea Lion oilfield off the Falkland Islands, threatening international legal action if the demand is not met.
Rubio, Saudi Arabia’s foreign minister hold talks on Yemen, Hormuz Strait
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Saudi Arabia’s foreign minister to discuss regional security, including shipping safety in the Strait of Hormuz and the escalating conflict in Yemen involving Iranian-backed Houthis.
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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
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...