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Montana August 4, 2023

Judge blocks Montana water pipeline meant to boost population of rare fish

A pipeline meant to boost the population of a rare fish species in Montana was blocked by a U.S. judge Wednesday over concerns that the pipeline may disturb the surrounding environment.

Brazil August 3, 2023

President Lula's former lawyer takes seat on Brazilian Supreme Court

Cristiano Zanin, the former personal lawyer of socialist Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, has assumed his seat on the nation's Supreme Court.

Africa August 2, 2023

Armed men in Central African Republic stage local meeting before killing 13 at point-blank range

A group of armed men targeted a Central African village Wednesday, executing 13 locals at point-blank range and leaving two others injured.

Asia August 2, 2023

Bangladesh court sentences son of former prime minister to 9 years for corruption

The son of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia was sentenced to nine years in prison for corruption. Zia's son is the leader of the country's main opposition group.

North Korea August 2, 2023

North Korea 'acknowledged' Travis King situation in communications with UN

North Korea has responded to communications from United Nations Command regarding the detainment of U.S. Army Pvt. Travis King, despite silence toward the U.S. government.

South America August 1, 2023

Colombian president's son charged with money laundering

Nicolas Petro, son of leftist Colombian President Gustavo Petro, was charged Tuesday with money laundering and illicit enrichment, raising questions about his father's finances.

Asia August 1, 2023

Burmese military government reduces deposed leader Aung San Suu Kyi's jail sentence

Burma's military government has reduced the prison sentences of deposed State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi as part of a broader clemency effort directed at over 7,000 prisoners.

Europe July 31, 2023

Greek PM eyes chance to normalize relations with Turkey, but demands rhetorical de-escalation

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Monday noted his government's intent to normalize relations with Turkey amid an improving political climate.

Caribbean July 31, 2023

UN chief welcomes Kenya's offer to curtail Haitian gang crisis with multinational police force

The United Nations is open to an offer by Kenya to establish and lead a multinational police force to curtail rampant gang activity in Haiti.

Africa July 31, 2023

Senegalese government dissolves top opposition party, restricts internet

Patriots of Senegal for Work, Ethics and Fraternity (PASTEF) has been dissolved by the West African nation's government ahead of the 2024 election.