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April 3, 2024

Typhoon-like winds hit South China during major storm, leaving 7 dead

Extreme weather hits China's southern Jiangxi province with rare typhoon-like winds that have killed at least 7 people and 552 individuals have been evacuated.

April 3, 2024

Ukrainian foreign minister accused allies of not giving enough air defense to combat Russian missile attacks

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has accused the country's allies of not providing enough air defense or extra Patriot systems to fight off the Russian missile attacks.

April 3, 2024

Mexico mayoral candidate murdered after having request for security ignored

In central Mexico, a mayoral candidate from the ruling party was murdered during her campaign event after requesting security protection, which was not provided.

April 3, 2024

US to sell 35 Blackhawk helicopters to Greece in $1.2B defense deal

Greece has approved the purchase of 35 Blackhawk helicopters from a U.S. defense contractor. The deal is part of Greece's efforts to modernize its military.

April 2, 2024

Rare gene variant believed to play a role in understanding why people are left-hand dominant

Researchers have linked a rare gene variant involved with controlling the shape of cells to the development of the brain asymmetry known for determining a dominant hand.

April 2, 2024

Pot producers are on the rise as Florida voters decide on the fate of the use of recreational marijuana

Voters in Florida will have the chance to vote for or against the legalization of recreational marijuana in the state following a referendum on the November ballot

April 2, 2024

Freed Israeli hostage, 71, reflects on 'surreal' rescue from Hamas in Rafah

The 71-year-old Argentinian-Israeli Luis Har, a hostage who was freed in a special forces operation in Rafah, Gaza, reflects on his captivity, rescue and the lasting effects thereof.

April 2, 2024

Japan's economy must shift away from 'crisis-mode' to demand-driven growth, government panel says

A Japanese government panel recommended implementing fiscal policies that respond to rising prices and strengthening growth instead of continuing a "crisis-mode" approach.

April 2, 2024

Wind, solar projects flourish under climate law, while nuclear and others lag behind

Under the Biden administration's push to reduce carbon emissions, certain sectors like solar energy have seen a boost, while other trail behind. New regulations prove controversial.

April 2, 2024

Biden admin approves eighth US offshore wind project off Massachusetts coast

The U.S. Interior Department has approved the eighth commercial-scale offshore wind project. It is scheduled to be built off the coast of Massachusetts.