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November 10, 2023

A look at China’s Singles Day, the world's biggest shopping event

Singles Day originated at China's Nanjing University in 1993 and has now become a weeks-long online shopping festival. It peaks on Nov. 11.

November 9, 2023

Scientists use bacteria to make lunar soil usable for farming

Scientists are experimenting with ways to make lunar soil capable of being used for agriculture in the hopes that humankind will one day establish long-term bases on the moon.

November 9, 2023

Center-right politician shot in the face in Spain

A former Spanish politician was shot in Madrid Thursday afternoon. Police are searching for two suspects who allegedly shot Alejo Vidal-Quadras before leaving the scene on a motorbike.

November 8, 2023

French court approves deportation of Gaza activist on speaking tour in France

Palestinian activist Mariam Abudaqa has been approved for deportation by a French court. France is cracking down on some groups considered to be supportive of terrorism.

November 8, 2023

South Africa to issue formal reprimand to Israeli ambassador

South Africa will issue a "demarche," or formal reprimand, to the ambassador of Israel, Eliav Belotsercovsky. The reason for the reprimand was not provided.

November 8, 2023

EU will consider impsoing a ban on Russian diamonds

The European Union will consider banning Russian diamonds next week. The proposal would be the 12th package of sanctions designed to diminish Russia's ability to finance war in Ukraine.

November 8, 2023

EU officials recommend beginning negotiations to bring Ukraine into the European Union

Ukraine was brought a step closer to entering the EU Wednesday after top officials from the European Commission recommended negotiations begin after Kyiv satisfies certain conditions.

November 8, 2023

Russian firm Rostelecom will not seek compensation for severed fiber optic cable damaged by Chinese ship

Russian company Rostelecom won't seek compensation for a damaged fiber optic cable in the Baltic Sea. The damage was caused by a Chinese container ship, the NewNew Polar Bear.

November 7, 2023

Russia is funding anti-Ukraine disinformation campaign throughout Latin America, State Department says

Russia is financing a campaign to spread disinformation through Latin America to weaken support for Ukraine, the State Department said on Tuesday.

October 18, 2023

Singapore inspecting Credit Suisse, others in money laundering probe

The Monetary Authority of Singapore reportedly plans to inspect a local Credit Suisse unit over its handling of wealthy clients' money in a laundering scandal's wake