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Massachusetts May 11, 2023

Federal appeals court overturns fraud convictions of 2 parents in 'Varsity Blues' college admission scandal

Two parents involved in the "Operation Varsity Blues" college admission scandal had their convictions overturned by a federal appeals court.

Artificial Intelligence May 11, 2023

AI around the world: How the US, EU, and China plan to regulate AI software companies

Many countries have quickly cracked down on AI with a regulatory framework. While the government plays a large role in China, the US government involvement is practically nonexistent.

Turkey May 8, 2023

Turkish economist, former head of UN Development Program Kemal Dervis dies at age of 74

The former head of the United Nations Development Program Kemal Dervis died at the age of 74. Dervis was also an economist from Turkey.

World May 8, 2023

UN calls on Taliban to end public executions, lashings and stonings in Afghanistan

The United Nations urged the Taliban to immediately end the public executions, lashings and stonings it has carried out since returning to power in Afghanistan nearly two years ago.

Africa May 7, 2023

Putin poses arrest dilemma as South African opposition says if Russian-friendly government won't act, it will

South Africa is resisting U.S. and European pressure to commit to arresting Russian President Vladimir Putin should he arrive in Cape Town for a planned visit in August.

Africa May 4, 2023

United States suspends food assistance to Ethiopia's Tigray region days after similar move by EU

Food assistance to northern Ethiopia's Tigray region has been suspended by the United States. The European Union announced they would also be suspending food assistance to the region.

Rashida Tlaib May 4, 2023

Israeli ambassador to UN condemns Tlaib's 'antisemitic lies' after calling Israel 'apartheid state'

Rep. Rashida Tlaib's, D-Mich., comments calling Israel an “apartheid state" were condemned by Permanent Representative of Israel to the United Nations Gilad Erdan.

Asia May 3, 2023

Anticommunist dissident's shooting in Laos capital fuels investigation demand

International human rights groups are calling for an investigation into the Saturday shooting of Lao activist and outspoken government critic Anousa Luangsuphom.

UNITED NATIONS May 3, 2023

258 million people faced acute food insecurity in 2020, UN reports

More than a quarter-billion people faced acute food insecurity during the pandemic, according to a United Nations report. The worst-off countries include Afghanistan, Yemen, and Haiti.

Illinois May 3, 2023

Federal jury convicts all 4 defendants in Chicago bribery trial

Four defendants were convicted of bribery conspiracy at a trial in Chicago, Illinois. The defendants bribed associates of Michael Madigan to ensure certain bills became law.