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The Nigerian professor who makes more money welding

Education - Sun, 01/28/2024 - 02:51
He has shocked many of his colleagues, who regard it as a menial job but are jealous of his income.

‘War criminal’: Arab Americans rebuff Biden campaign outreach over Gaza

Around The Globe - Sat, 01/27/2024 - 22:32
US Arab officials in swing state of Michigan say they will not discuss 2024 elections with Gaza 'genocide unfolding'.

Will Israel obey the ruling of the UN’s top court?

Around The Globe - Sat, 01/27/2024 - 20:46
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has ordered Israel to prevent acts of genocide in Gaza.

US, Iraq begin formal talks on withdrawing US-led military coalition

Around The Globe - Sat, 01/27/2024 - 19:56
Currently, there are about 2,500 US troops still deployed in Iraq as part of the coalition that was formed in 2014.

‘Stop killing us!’: Thousands march to protest against femicide in Kenya

Around The Globe - Sat, 01/27/2024 - 19:17
The demonstration was the largest-event ever against sexual and gender-based violence in the country.

‘Taiwan independence’ an obstacle to China-US relations, says Beijing

Around The Globe - Sat, 01/27/2024 - 18:47
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan met to discuss bilateral relations.

Gunmen kill nine Pakistani nationals in southeastern Iran

Around The Globe - Sat, 01/27/2024 - 17:54
The shootings come as Tehran and Islamabad work to normalise ties after recent tit-for-tat attacks.

Cold, rainy weather making war-wracked Gaza ‘completely uninhabitable’

Around The Globe - Sat, 01/27/2024 - 17:16
UN’s human rights office warns about the impact of continued bombardment and worsening weather on civilians in Gaza.

Venezuela court disqualifies leading opposition presidential candidate

Around The Globe - Sat, 01/27/2024 - 16:07
Maria Corina Machado had declared victory in the Venezuelan opposition’s presidential primary last October.

Why Lula has failed to address the Yanomami genocide

Around The Globe - Sat, 01/27/2024 - 15:32
The crisis in Indigenous lands in Brazil has deep roots and cannot be resolved with half-measures.

Wildfires rage near Colombia’s capital as temperatures soar

Around The Globe - Sat, 01/27/2024 - 15:26
Forest fires have destroyed more than 17,000 hectares, with blazes burning kilometres from Bogota's residential areas.

Palestinians slam suspension of UNRWA funding by some Western nations

Around The Globe - Sat, 01/27/2024 - 14:10
Italy, Australia, US, Britain halt support after Israel accused UNRWA staff of involvement in Hamas's October 7 attacks.

Packed Tanzania protests offer hope but reforms remain a distant dream

Around The Globe - Sat, 01/27/2024 - 13:40
Tanzanian opposition has sought constitutional reforms for 30 years but questions remain about whether they can succeed.

Brutality of oppression: Ai Weiwei speaks on Gaza, China and New York City

Around The Globe - Sat, 01/27/2024 - 13:17
'Speak your thoughts loudly and without considering the consequences,' says the artist.

Femicide in Kenya: What’s causing an epidemic of violence against women?

Around The Globe - Sat, 01/27/2024 - 12:18
Activists call for government to act following a series of brutal murders of women in January.

WWE’s Vince McMahon resigns after sexual assault and trafficking lawsuit

Around The Globe - Sat, 01/27/2024 - 11:50
Former employee files lawsuit accusing McMahon and another executive of sexual assault, trafficking and emotional abuse.

How Israel is responding to the ICJ ruling

Around The Globe - Sat, 01/27/2024 - 11:42
The ICJ's order to Israel to stop acts of genocide marks a watershed in the Gaza war.

UN Security Council to discuss ICJ ruling in Israel genocide case

Around The Globe - Sat, 01/27/2024 - 11:41
Top UN court ordered Israel to prevent acts of genocide against Palestinians but didn't call for a ceasefire.

‘Israel’s supporters have been put on notice’, say experts on ICJ verdict

Around The Globe - Sat, 01/27/2024 - 11:05
But ultimately, only Israel has the power to stop the bombardment of Gaza.

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