World Politics - Page 31

August 5, 2024

US hands last base in Niger to military junta

The U.S. has handed its last military base in Niger to local authorities in the West African nation, according to a joint statement released Monday.

August 5, 2024

Bangladesh PM resigns, leaves country after residence is stormed by protesters, ending 15-year rule

Bangladesh's Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has resigned after 15 years in power, following widespread protests that turned violent, leaving hundreds dead.

July 30, 2024

Chávez statues toppled across Venezuela as election protests rage on

Venezuelan activists have taken to destroying giant statues of the late President Hugo Chávez in protest of the socialist government's alleged theft of the country's latest election.

July 29, 2024

North Korean officials looking to import treatment for Kim's obesity-related health issues: Seoul

North Korean Supreme Leader Kim Jong-un's bouts with high blood pressure and diabetes are leading officials to seek treatments from abroad, South Korean authorities reported Monday.

July 27, 2024

Philippine forces sail to hotly disputed shoal without incident for first time since deal with China

Philippine forces have transported supplies to the disputed Second Thomas Shoal without any reported confrontations; the shoal has been a scene of violence between Chinese and Philippine forces.

July 24, 2024

Britain’s new Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces his first House of Commons grilling from lawmakers

Britain's newly elected leader Keir Starmer fielded queries from lawmakers at the first Prime Minister's Questions session since his party's election victory on July 4.

July 23, 2024

India's Modi sets aside billions for jobs, allies in post-election budget

In a budget aimed at winning back voters following PM Modi's election setback, India's government has set aside billions of dollars to create jobs as well as for rural programs.

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.

July 11, 2024

Kenyan president dismisses Cabinet ministers after weeks of protests

Kenyan President William Ruto has dismissed nearly all of his Cabinet ministers following weeks of protests over poor governance and high taxes.

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.