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Ecuadorian tribunal deems arrest of former Vice President Glas illegal

Around The Globe - Sat, 04/13/2024 - 02:05
But the three-member panel also upheld his ongoing imprisonment, arguing it could not 'modify' his sentence.

‘Disastrous’: Israel-Iran tensions test limits of US policy amid Gaza war

Around The Globe - Sat, 04/13/2024 - 00:46
Biden's 'ironclad' backing of Israel is coming into conflict with stated US goal of averting regional war, analysts say.

Chile calls for the extradition of Venezuelans after dissident’s murder

Around The Globe - Sat, 04/13/2024 - 00:16
Chilean Interior Minister Carolina Toha said all 'eyes' are on Venezuela to act in the pursuit of justice.

Journalist loses foot after being badly wounded in Israeli attack in Gaza

Around The Globe - Fri, 04/12/2024 - 22:11
Gaza's media office and Reporters Without Borders say there is evidence to suggest it was a targeted attack.

Ireland, Spain, Norway moving closer to recognising a Palestinian state

Around The Globe - Fri, 04/12/2024 - 21:56
Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez says declarations on Palestine will be made "when the conditions are appropriate".

Bournemouth vs Manchester United – Premier League match preview

Around The Globe - Fri, 04/12/2024 - 21:38
Manchester United rue injury woes as they seek revenge at Bournemouth in the Premier League for December's home defeat.

Journalists ‘targeted’ in Nuseirat strike

Around The Globe - Fri, 04/12/2024 - 21:26
Injured journalist says he and team were ‘targeted’ by Israeli military in Gaza

“Not safe to go back to work, but our staff wants to” – Gaza aid CEO

Around The Globe - Fri, 04/12/2024 - 20:40
Sean Carroll, the president and CEO of Anera, says his organization is resuming aid operations in Gaza.

Germany cancels pro-Palestine event, bars entry to Gaza war witness

Around The Globe - Fri, 04/12/2024 - 20:37
Police halt Palestine Congress, saying one of the speakers was subject to a ban on political activity in Germany.

Nearly 55 million face hunger in West and Central Africa, UN warns

Around The Globe - Fri, 04/12/2024 - 18:42
UN agencies say double-digit inflation and stagnating local production are major drivers of the hunger crisis.

In Brazil, an abortion debate pits feminists against the church

Around The Globe - Fri, 04/12/2024 - 17:52
Critics say the country's abortion ban jeopardizes the health of Black and poor women.

Four-legged “dog robot” could walk alongside humans on the Moon

Around The Globe - Fri, 04/12/2024 - 17:47
“Spirit” may one day be part of a pack of robots that become man’s best friend on the Moon and Mars.

Ukrainian mobilisation bill without time limit worries residents

Around The Globe - Fri, 04/12/2024 - 17:45
The Ukrainian parliament approved a bill overhauling the country’s military draft system.

Swarms of drones can be managed by a single person

Technology - Fri, 04/12/2024 - 17:26
The U.S. military says large groups of drones and ground robots can be managed by just one person without added stress to the operator. As VOA’s Julie Taboh reports, the technologies may be beneficial for civilian uses, too. VOA footage by Adam Greenbaum.

France, India, Russia, UK issue travel warnings over Israel-Iran tensions

Around The Globe - Fri, 04/12/2024 - 17:13
Warnings come as Tehran promises reprisals against Israel for deadly April 1 attack on Iranian consulate in Syria.

Premier League: Manchester City vs Luton Town match preview

Around The Globe - Fri, 04/12/2024 - 17:03
Manchester City entertain Luton Town on Saturday at the Etihad Stadium where a win move them top of the Premier League.

One year in, how can Sudan’s ‘forgotten war’ end?

Around The Globe - Fri, 04/12/2024 - 16:43
Marc Lamont Hill talks to former Sudanese Ambassador Nureldin Satti and analyst Kholood Khair about Sudan’s civil war.

Poland lawmakers take steps towards liberalising abortion laws

Around The Globe - Fri, 04/12/2024 - 16:30
Under existing laws, abortion is legal only in cases of rape, incest or a danger to a woman's health or life.

Red Cross: Do not normalise what is happening in Gaza

Around The Globe - Fri, 04/12/2024 - 15:45
ICRC Regional Director Fabrizio Carboni discusses the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the risks facing aid workers.

Belgium says will probe suspected Russian interference in European polls

Around The Globe - Fri, 04/12/2024 - 14:19
Belgian intelligence claims Russia has been paying members of European Parliament to expand its influence network.

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