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May 24, 2024

A UK election has been called for July 4. Here's what to know

The first national election in the U.K. in five years is set to be held on July 4, and some say it poses a threat to the existence of the governing Conservative Party which took power in 2010.

May 24, 2024

WV Gov. Justice ends jail staffing state of emergency after nearly 2 years

Republican West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice announced Friday his intent to end the state of emergency over staffing in the Mountain State's Department of Corrections.

May 24, 2024

Nearly 140 migrants have reportedly entered Greece in 24 hours

Nearly 140 migrants have reportedly reached Greece's shores over the past 24 hours after crossing the Mediterranean. One man drowned off the coast of Crete.

May 24, 2024

In Brazil, mangrove reforestation proves crucial in fight against climate risks

Some 30,000 mangrove trees planted by Brazilian nonprofit organization Instituto Mar Urbano are reportedly boosting ecosystems and helping mitigate flood risks.

May 24, 2024

UN warns of 'frightening and disturbing' activity by military, rebels in western Burma

The U.N.'s human rights office cautioned Friday of "frightening and disturbing reports" of violence, particularly against civilians, in Burma's Rakhine state.

May 24, 2024

More severe weather hits the Midwest as Iowans recover from devastating twister

A large storm system swept the Midwest on Friday, with multiple tornadoes being reported across the region shortly after a separate storm laid waste to Greenfield, Iowa.

May 24, 2024

German Chancellor Scholz warns next European Commission president against courting far-right support

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, a Social Democrat, warned the next European Commission president against seeking support from far-right parties.

May 24, 2024

8 injured in airboat crash in central Florida, deputies say

An airboat with 11 occupants crashed into a sandbar in central Florida, leaving 8 people injured who were then transported to local hospitals; there were no trauma alerts.

May 24, 2024

NYC Ballet celebrates 75th anniversary as it attracts larger, younger crowds

New York City Ballet, one of the world's premier dance troupes, has arrived at its 75th anniversary. It has introduced incentives to draw larger, younger crowds to shows.

May 24, 2024

Russia removes buoys on Estonian border, EU demands explanation

Russian guards removed some buoys their Estonian counterparts had placed on a river separating the two states in a move EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell called “unacceptable."