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A Warming World
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...
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Lebanon’s economy struggles under renewed war and global fuel crisis
Beirut, Lebanon – Shortly after Mario Habib opened his barber shop in 2006, a war broke out between Israel and Hezbollah. Twenty years on, he’s living through another war.The shop has become a fixture of his Furn el-Shebbak neighbourhood. Mario, a 51-year-old with...
US raises threat of military action against Cuba
Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Cuba poses a national security threat to the US. Published On 22 May 202622 May 2026United States President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio have issued new threats of military action against Cuba.Rubio told reporters...
Japan’s World Cup 2026 team preview: Players to watch, group, squad
Previous World Cup appearances: 7Best performance: Last 16 (2002, 2010, 2018, 2022)First appearance: 1998 (France)Top goal scorer: Keisuke Honda (4)Most appearances: Yuto Nagatomo (15)Player to watch: Takefusa KuboFIFA world ranking: 18thFixtures: Netherlands (June...
Iran war day 84: US-Iran talks advance amid mediation push
EXPLAINERUS and Iran continue mediated talks, exchanging draft proposals aimed at reaching a formal agreement. Published On 22 May 202622 May 2026Iran and the United States are continuing mediated talks aimed at ending the conflict, with Iranian media reporting that...
Monfils warms up for final French Open with star-studded farewell party
The evening blended tennis, music and tributes to celebrate his two-decade journey on the professional tour.By ReutersPublished On 22 May 202622 May 2026Gael Monfils brought the party to Roland Garros on Thursday, teaming up with his wife Elina Svitolina to win a...
Two-time NASCAR champ Kyle Busch dies at 41 after ‘severe illness’
Published On 22 May 202622 May 2026Kyle Busch, a two-time Cup Series champion who won more races than anyone across NASCAR’s three national series, has died. He was 41.The Busch family, Richard Childress Racing and NASCAR issued a joint statement on Thursday saying...
Knicks move two wins from the NBA Finals with 109-93 victory over the Cavs
New York Knicks use an explosive third quarter to take a 2-0 lead over Cleveland in the NBA Eastern Conference finals.Published On 22 May 202622 May 2026Josh Hart scored a playoff career-high 26 points, Jalen Brunson had 19 points and 14 assists, and the New York...
Thousands attend funeral prayers for San Diego mosque attack victims
NewsFeedMore than 2,000 people gathered for Islamic funeral prayers in San Diego for three men killed while confronting gunmen at the city’s largest mosque. Community members said the victims’ actions helped save lives during the assault.Published On 22 May 202622 May...
Turkish opposition leader vows to stay after court ousts him
NewsFeedTurkiye’s main opposition leader Ozgur Ozel has vowed not to leave party headquarters after a court ruling removed him from power. Speaking to supporters in Ankara, Ozel accused judges and prosecutors of carrying out a coup attempt against his party.Published...
US pausing $14bn arms sale to Taiwan due to Iran war, navy chief says
Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao’s remarks come as US President Donald Trump gives mixed signals on the sale. Published On 22 May 202622 May 2026A top United States military official has said Washington is pausing a $14bn arms sale to Taiwan to conserve munitions for...
Malaysia orders TikTok to address ‘defamatory’ content about king
Watchdog instructs social media giant to strengthen moderation following circulation of ‘grossly offensive’ content. Published On 22 May 202622 May 2026Malaysia’s internet watchdog has ordered TikTok to take action against “offensive and defamatory” content about the...
Caitriona Graham recounts violent treatment after Gaza flotilla raid
NewsFeedIrish activist Caitriona Graham, who was filmed being dragged by her hair and forced to the ground by Israeli forces, recounted the violent interception of a Gaza-bound aid flotilla in an interview with Al Jazeera after being deported to Istanbul.Published On...