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Lebanon April 4, 2024

Lebanon's prime minister denies allegations of money laundering in France

Lebanon's Prime Minister Najib Mikati faces allegations of money laundering after a complaint was filed in France by two anti-corruption groups this week.

Europe April 4, 2024

Austrian minister aims to tighten espionage law in response to concerns of foreign intelligence activities

Austria's justice minister shared plans to bolster the nation's espionage regulations, responding to heightened concerns over foreign intelligence activities.

South Africa April 3, 2024

South African parliament speaker resigns over bribery, corruption allegations

Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula of the South African parliament resigned Wednesday over allegations that she accepted bribes as defense minister.

Africa April 3, 2024

Uganda court upholds controversial law allowing death penalty for 'aggravated homosexuality'

Uganda's Constitutional Court has upheld a controversial anti-gay law, allowing the death penalty for "aggravated homosexuality." The measure was signed last year.

Caribbean April 2, 2024

Over 53,000 Haitians flee capital in weeks following gang takeover

Some 53,125 people fled Port-au-Prince, Haiti's predominantly gang-run capital, between March 8 and 27, according to a United Nations report.

Israel April 2, 2024

World Central Kitchen, known for providing wartime food aid, delivered millions of meals to Gaza

World Central Kitchen, led by chef José Andrés, halted its operations in the Gaza Strip after an Israeli strike killed seven of its workers, officials said.

Japan April 1, 2024

In attempt to connect with young people, Japan's royal family debuts on Instagram

Japan's imperial family has made their Instagram debut, sharing photos and videos showcasing Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako's recent public engagements.

Israel March 30, 2024

World Health Organization silent over Hamas’ use of Gaza hospital as terror HQ

The World Health Organization has refrained from condemning Hamas terrorists using Gaza’s hospitals and medical centers for military purposes to fight Israel.

Media March 28, 2024

Head Of United Nations calls for reparations to 'overcome generations of exclusion and discrimination'

The head of the United Nations called for reparations to "overcome generations of exclusion and discrimination" during their International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery.

Israel March 28, 2024

Israel says UN 'deceiving' world over aid delays to Gaza

The U.N. has accused Israel of holding up the flow of aid into Gaza; Israel says the problem is with distribution, including looting and Hamas stealing the aid.