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Michigan, Missouri, Washington primary elections: Key takeaways
Michigan Democrats held a close primary contest between centrist Haley Stevens and progressive Abdul El-Sayed for Senate nomination, reflecting nationwide party tensions over Israel policy amid swing state electoral stakes.
Toppled Bangladesh leader Sheikh Hasina to speak today: What we can expect
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, ousted in 2024 and exiled in India, is scheduled to address the Foreign Correspondents’ Club virtually on Wednesday alongside other Awami League leaders.
Why is Ceuta a migration flashpoint and how were so many people able to cross from Morocco?
Tens of thousands of people crossed from Morocco into the Spanish territory of Ceuta after border controls appeared to break down, resulting in dozens of deaths and a humanitarian crisis.
India denies involvement in ex-Bangladesh PM Hasina’s planned speech
India denied involvement in organizing a virtual speech by former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina, stating a private media entity hosts the event as tensions over bilateral relations escalate.
Senate Democrat’s report says major banks ‘looked the other way’ on Epstein
A Senate Democrat released a report alleging major Wall Street banks knowingly facilitated Jeffrey Epstein’s sex-trafficking operation by ignoring suspicious financial activity for years.
Tokyo lion deaths show heat wave gripping East Asia
Three lions at a Tokyo zoo died from suspected heatstroke as record-breaking temperatures grip East Asia, prompting South Korea’s president to declare a national disaster.
Israel election pressure fuels settlement push as West Bank violence surges
Israel’s settler movement has intensified West Bank activity ahead of October elections, with the UN reporting attacks and illegal settlements at record highs amid surging violence.
‘Maximum use’: Iran boosts military strength during ceasefire with US
Iran’s military says it has intensified efforts to boost weapons production during ceasefire talks, preparing to resume conflict if negotiations fail, while regional tensions persist through proxy attacks.
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.
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.
Cancer survivors need protection from future discrimination, say German politicians
German politicians who survived cancer are pushing legislation to protect long-term cancer survivors from discrimination in insurance, loans, and employment, citing a 5.5 million-person population facing such barriers.
Nauru, the world’s 3rd-smallest country, changes its name to Naoero
Nauru has officially changed its name to the Republic of Naoero to match its traditional spelling and pronunciation in the national language, returning to its heritage identity.
Daphne Caruana Galizia was investigating suspected corruption when killed, jury told
Daphne Caruana Galizia was investigating suspected corruption by businessman Yorgen Fenech and government officials when she died in a car bombing in October 2017, a court heard during the murder trial.
Five dead in Moscow region as Ukraine continues warehouse strikes
At least five people were killed and 10 injured in a Ukrainian drone strike on a warehouse near Moscow overnight Monday, according to the region’s governor. Ukraine has been targeting facilities operated by Wildberries, which Kyiv says supply the Russian military.
What is Trump Media’s Truth API and why is it controversial?
Trump Media launched a paid data service offering Wall Street firms faster access to posts from influential Truth Social accounts, raising legal and ethical concerns about presidential profiteering.
Colombia’s elephant-costumed anti-corruption activist sworn in as senator
Colombia’s newest senator, Luis Carlos Rúa, was sworn in while wearing a white elephant costume, having campaigned anonymously for five years as an anti-corruption activist exposing wasteful public works projects.
At least 13 killed in Gaza after Hamas agree disarmament deal
At least 13 people, including children, were killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza days after Hamas accepted a disarmament plan involving weapons transfer to the US-backed Board of Peace.
Suspected mass bird flu deaths found in second state as Murray Watt warns ‘this is the beginning’
Suspected mass bird flu deaths have been detected in a second Australian state, with officials warning of a “long and difficult journey” ahead as the deadly H5 virus continues spreading.
Moroccan king’s letter confirms naming of major highway in honour of Trump
Morocco’s King Mohammed VI confirmed naming a major highway after US President Trump, citing his recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty claims over Western Sahara during his previous administration.
Ceuta leader accuses Morocco over ‘atrocity’ of mass border crossing
An estimated 69,500 people crossed into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta last week before returning to Morocco, with local and Spanish officials accusing Morocco of facilitating the mass migration event.
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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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