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Israel July 28, 2024

Israeli lawmakers seek to ban UNRWA over support for Hamas, declare it terrorist entity

This week, Israeli lawmakers approved the first reading of a bill that would cut ties with the U.N. aid agency for Palestinian refugees, UNRWA, and declare it a terrorist entity.

Pacific July 26, 2024

Gang kills at least 26 villagers in remote Papua New Guinea, officials say

A gang has killed at least 26 people across three villages in Papua New Guinea, marking the latest violence in the island nation relating to sorcery allegations and contested land ownership.

Asia July 23, 2024

Internet remains down in Bangladesh despite apparent calm following deadly protests

Bangladesh declared a public holiday on Monday and remained without internet for a fifth day following a Supreme Court ruling that reduced a government job quota system.

Caribbean July 22, 2024

UN ambassador announces $60M in aid, police resources for Haiti

U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield announced an additional $60 million in humanitarian aid for Haiti while in the nation Monday.

Israel July 19, 2024

Netanyahu, Israel blast UN court decision over illegal settlements ruling: 'Fundamentally wrong'

The historic statement has no legally binding aspects, but Israeli officials have issued scathing indictments on the court and its decision-making process.

South Korea July 18, 2024

South Korea's top court issues landmark ruling recognizing some rights for same-sex couples

South Korea's Supreme Court ruled that same-sex couples are eligible to receive the same health insurance benefits as heterosexual couples in a landmark verdict.

Vladimir Putin July 18, 2024

Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich seen at second Russia hearing on bogus espionage charges

Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich appeared in court on Thursday to resume his trial on espionage charges, charges his employer the U.S. government and his employer say are bogus.

Donald Trump July 16, 2024

Iran calls accusations of plot to kill Trump 'unsubstantiated and malicious'

An alleged Iranian plot to kill former President Trump prompted an increase in Secret Service protection, law enforcement sources said.

UNITED NATIONS July 11, 2024

World population to reach 10.3 billion peak in 2080s: UN report

The global population is expected to grow by over two billion over the course of the next six decades, peaking at 10.3 billion in the 2080s, the U.N. reported Thursday.

Middle East July 10, 2024

43 sentenced to life in prison following heavily-scrutinized UAE trial

43 people were sentenced to life in prison Wednesday following a controversial mass trial of dissidents by a court in the United Arab Emirates.