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Unpacking Blinken’s lies on the Gaza ceasefire negotiations

Around The Globe - Fri, 06/14/2024 - 13:38
After the US secretary of state's misleading press conference on Wednesday, there is a need to correct the record.

Niger court scraps immunity of deposed President Bazoum

Around The Globe - Fri, 06/14/2024 - 13:11
Decision opens door for military government to prosecute democratically elected president for alleged 'high treason'.

UN warns ‘clandestine’ cross-border FGM undermines bans

Around The Globe - Fri, 06/14/2024 - 12:14
Report highlights so-called ‘vacation cutting’ among families in the West taking girls to countries of origin for FGM.

Putin calls G7 deal on frozen Russian assets for Ukraine loan ‘theft’

Around The Globe - Fri, 06/14/2024 - 12:05
Western countries have agreed to use interest on frozen Russian assets to give Ukraine a $50bn loan.

The Narrative War

Around The Globe - Fri, 06/14/2024 - 11:48
The Narrative War

G7 to use Russian assets for $50bn Ukraine loan: How will it work?

Around The Globe - Fri, 06/14/2024 - 10:44
The funds could help Ukraine defend itself against Russia. But the plan carries risks — and the threat of retaliation.

Photos: State of ‘catastrophe’ as downpours hit Chile

Around The Globe - Fri, 06/14/2024 - 10:38
Heavy rains lashed much of the country, damaging homes, flooding roads, knocking out power and causing mudslides.

The Russian military in Cuba — a crisis then and maybe now

Around The Globe - Fri, 06/14/2024 - 10:22
The arrival of four Russian military vessels in Cuba has people wondering about a Cuban missile crisis 2.0.

South Africa’s parliament choosing president amid uncertainty

Around The Globe - Fri, 06/14/2024 - 10:02
Governing ANC is depending on former foes to give Ramaphosa a second term and extend its three-decade hold on power.

Saudi robots join millions for the Hajj

Around The Globe - Fri, 06/14/2024 - 09:38
Saudi Arabia has deployed robots in the holy cities of Medina and Mecca to help pilgrims undertaking the Hajj.

Hajj proves religion can inspire peace

Around The Globe - Fri, 06/14/2024 - 09:30
We should take inspiration from the Islamic pilgrimage to pave a new, peaceful path forward for humanity.

A French ‘referendum’ on the far right: Will Macron’s risky gamble pay off?

Around The Globe - Fri, 06/14/2024 - 09:11
President is trying to push back against Le Pen's party, but experts warn there is potential for strategy to backfire.

S Korea, US ‘closely monitoring’ potential Putin-Kim meeting in Pyongyang

Around The Globe - Fri, 06/14/2024 - 09:01
Russia has promised Putin will visit North Korea after hosting its leader Kim Jong Un last September.

Germany vs Scotland: Kroos, fans, key to host team’s chances at Euro 2024

Around The Globe - Fri, 06/14/2024 - 08:14
Germany, staging its first big football event in 18 years, will rely on superstar Toni Kroos and local fans for victory.

For China’s booming EV industry, US and EU markets a tough nut to crack

Around The Globe - Fri, 06/14/2024 - 08:01
Chinese EVs are facing a slew of tariffs in Western markets as policymakers fear local brands cannot compete on price.

Millions start Hajj in shadow of Israel’s war on Gaza

Around The Globe - Fri, 06/14/2024 - 07:58
Rituals expected to draw more than two million pilgrims this year praying for peace in Gaza, Yemen and Sudan.

Chinese #MeToo activist jailed for five years for subversion

Around The Globe - Fri, 06/14/2024 - 07:47
Journalist Sophia Huang Xueqin was detained in 2021 with labour activist Wang Jianbing who was jailed for 42 months.

‘Vote against jail’: How two Modi critics won India election from prison

Around The Globe - Fri, 06/14/2024 - 07:39
In Kashmir and Punjab, candidates jailed for being alleged national security threats have won. What does that say?

Israel uses ‘medieval-style’ weapons on south Lebanon border

Around The Globe - Fri, 06/14/2024 - 07:29
A video has emerged showing Israeli forces using a medieval-style catapult called a trebuchet.

'We need more funding to help more children'

Education - Fri, 06/14/2024 - 06:22
Helen Roy, who runs an afterschool club, says they regularly have to turn children away.

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