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US-UK strikes on Yemen’s Houthis: What we know so far

Around The Globe - Sun, 02/04/2024 - 16:03
The Houthis say they remain undeterred after the latest round of strikes that hit dozens of targets.

Week in pictures: From European farmers’ protests to wildfires in Chile

Around The Globe - Sun, 02/04/2024 - 15:55
A roundup of some of last week’s events.

Russian wives demand return of reservist husbands fighting in Ukraine

Around The Globe - Sun, 02/04/2024 - 15:16
Dozens of women have protested Russia’s war on Ukraine and called for the return of their husbands.

How have Red Sea attacks by Yemen’s Houthi fighters affected companies?

Around The Globe - Sun, 02/04/2024 - 14:45
The strikes have forced ships to change route, causing major disruptions in companies' chains of production.

Iraq says US bombing killed civilians and intensified regional conflict

Around The Globe - Sun, 02/04/2024 - 14:24
The US has warned of more strikes after bombing 85 alleged Iran-linked targets in Iraq and Syria.

Afraa, ‘miracle baby’ of Syria’s earthquake, is turning one

Around The Globe - Sun, 02/04/2024 - 14:17
Walking a bit, talking a bit, the baby born under rubble nearly a year ago is thriving with her adoptive family.

Free childcare: Keegan confident of April start

Education - Sun, 02/04/2024 - 14:15
But the education secretary does not confirm the scheme will be ready for all eligible parents.

Facebook turns 20: How the social media giant grew to 3 billion users

Around The Globe - Sun, 02/04/2024 - 12:58
Still the world’s largest social media platform, Facebook celebrates its 20th birthday on February 4.

We, Jewish students, must not be silent on the genocide in Gaza

Around The Globe - Sun, 02/04/2024 - 12:57
Suppressing pro-Palestinian voices is not fighting anti-Semitism; there is nothing anti-Semitic about opposing genocide.

Russia says dozens killed in Ukraine shelling of bakery in Lysychansk

Around The Globe - Sun, 02/04/2024 - 12:05
Russia says at least 28 people were killed after Ukrainian forces shelled a bakery in Lysychansk city.

Is China’s economy in serious trouble?

Around The Globe - Sun, 02/04/2024 - 11:52
Chinese officials signal their concerns by taking measures aimed at reviving growth and steadying markets.

Indian model Poonam Pandey fakes cervical cancer death, triggering a row

Around The Globe - Sun, 02/04/2024 - 11:49
Poonam Pandey announces death on Instagram, inviting flurry of reports and obituaries. Next day, she says it was fake.

Norwegian FM: Palestinian state essential for Middle East peace

Around The Globe - Sun, 02/04/2024 - 11:34
Espen Barth Eide discusses Norway peace efforts in Israel-Palestine conflict from Oslo Accords to advocating Gaza truce.

US, UK launch new wave of strikes on Yemen’s Houthis amid Gaza war

Around The Globe - Sun, 02/04/2024 - 11:33
The new wave of attacks comes as Houthis continue to target Israel-linked ships, demanding end to war in Gaza.

Biden sweeps South Carolina Democratic primary with ‘loser’ taunt at Trump

Around The Globe - Sun, 02/04/2024 - 11:11
While Biden faced little opposition, vote being watched amid concerns on his popularity, especially among Black voters.

US presidential candidate Cornel West: ‘Biden is a war criminal’

Around The Globe - Sun, 02/04/2024 - 10:40
Philosopher and independent presidential candidate Cornel West says Israel and the US are 'intertwined in genocide'.

Out of control wildfires kill dozens in Chile

Around The Globe - Sun, 02/04/2024 - 10:34
Forest fires in Chile have killed more than 50 people with flames spreading throughout densely populated areas.

Do Yemen’s Houthis have their eye on Marib?

Around The Globe - Sun, 02/04/2024 - 10:20
The Houthis' stance in support of Palestine is gaining accolades, could they also be looking at a domestic win?

Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 121

Around The Globe - Sun, 02/04/2024 - 08:20
Officials say at least 92 people have been killed overnight in Israeli attacks, including on a kindergarten in Rafah.

Namibia’s President Hage Geingob dies aged 82

Around The Globe - Sun, 02/04/2024 - 05:00
The African leader announced last month that he had begun treatment for cancer.

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