Headlines- While Iran's economy, military, and leadership have all significantly deteriorated, US President Donald Trump claims that the Strait of Hormuz is in "extremely good shape," adding that "it doesn't mean we won't smack them to see what happens."
- An apparent mentally unstable woman was shot and killed by New York City police after allegedly stabbing two people in Times Square.
- Leaders from more than a dozen countries, including Iran's Masoud Pezeshkian, China's Xi Jinping, India's Narendra Modi, and Russia's Vladimir Putin, gathered in Kyrgyzstan on Monday for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit.
- On Monday, Pedro Sanchez, the prime minister of Spain, accused Russian and Israeli-linked social media platforms of spreading disinformation regarding the July refugee crisis in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta.
- On Monday, US President Donald Trump's administration was given permission by the US Supreme Court to proceed with the $400 million White House ballroom construction project.
- At least 750 people killed and another 3000 went missing on Wednesday after landslides caused by a glacial collapse unleashed a torrent of mud and water across Nepal and China's autonomous region of Tibet.
Year: 2024
Protests in Rebel-Held Northwest Syria Continue...
In Syria’s last rebel-held stronghold, recent crackdowns have scared off a large number of protestors off the streets.But some rallies continue with locals in Idlib, which authorities refer to as Syria’s “forgotten” city, are demanding for the releas’e of political prisoners and economic relief.
Panama’s Traditional Dress Pollera Faces Uncertain...
One of the most recognized traditional costumes in Latin America is the pollera, the beautiful, elaborate, and highly expensive national garment of Panama.But production of the gorgeous garment faces an uncertain future.
Afghan Journalist Seeks Asylum in U.S....
Many Afghans, including Nizakat Parsa, are requesting relocation for greater freedom and security in the United States.The journalist and his family embarked on a three-month journey through the Americas in search of safety.
Ukraine’s Military Schools Train New Generation...
Schools across Ukraine are celebrating the end of the academic year despite the war.Some of them have a distinctive military air to them.About 7,000 Ukrainian teenagers are studying in more than 20 military academies around the country.
LGBT+ Kenyans Decry Increasing Blackmail, Extortion...
The only way for the LGBTQ+ community to meet in Kenya is through dating apps and social media, as same-sex relationships are a punishable by up to 14 years in prison.Those Kenyans say that nowadays, victims are being drawn into a web of extortion, physical and sexual assault, and blackmail by utilizing these platforms.
Palestinian Prisoners Report of Being Tortured...
Israel has arrested over 15,000 Palestinians in the West Bank and Gaza since the start of the Israel-Hamas war. Palestinians say that many detainees are tortured and detention conditions have worsened.Israel says that it abides by international law.
UN Deputy Permanent Representative of United...
Robert A. Wood (at podium), Deputy Permanent Representative of the United States to the United Nations, briefs reporters on recent developments related to transfers of arms and the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK).
War Drains Ukraine’s Labor Force
A labor shortage is cited by 58% of Ukrainian businesses as their primary concern. According to studies released in June by the Ukrainian Ministry of Economy,that is the result of research.Recruiters confirm that this is the biggest crisis in the labor market ever. What are the main reasons, and are there any solutions?
UN Chiefs of Police Summit Welcome...
A group photo in the General Assembly Hall of participants during the United Nations Chiefs of Police Summit (UNCOPS) held at UN Headquarters.
Wikileaks Assange’s Emotional Homecoming But Supporters...
After agreeing a plea deal with US prosecutors over espionage charges, Wikileaks founder Julian Assange,arrived in his native Australia on Wednesday. An extraordinary 14-year legal odyssey comes to an end with the deal. Although Assange’s supporters welcomed his release,but say the prosecution sets a dangerous precedent for press freedom.