Iraq Criminalises Same-Sex Relationships with Maximum 15 Years in Prison
The Iraqi government says the new legislation criminalising same-sex relationships will combat sexual deviancy.
Harvey Weinstein Hospitalised Days After His Conviction Gets Overturned
Harvey Weinstein’s Lawyer has said that he is “somewhat of a train wreck health-wise.”
Retrial of Harvey Weinstein Unlikely To Occur Soon, If Ever, Experts Say
Weinstein was convicted of forcibly performing oral sex on a production assistant, and of third-degree rape of an aspiring actor.
Multi-Agency Partnership Commits $500m To Enhance Agricultural Data Systems in 50 Countries By 2030
Nigeria is set to benefit from the “50×2030 Initiative” in order to combat desertification and enhance food security.
Ahead of 2024 Olympics, Congested Paris Prison Prepares For an Influx of Detainees
An overcrowded prison in Paris is facing a surge of detainees and possible capacity strain, ahead of 2024 Olympics.
New York’s Top Court Overturns Harvey Weinstein’s Rape Conviction
New York’s top court has called for a retrial in Harvey Weinstein’s rape conviction, says first trial had “egregious errors.”
University Of Southern California Cancels Graduation Ceremony Amid US Campus Protests Over Israel-Gaza Conflict
The USC has cancelled its main graduation ceremony and this year’s valedictorian speech, citing security concerns due to nationwide protests.
Boeing Faces Renewed Scrutiny As Families Insist On Justice For 2019 737 Max Crash Victims
Family members of persons who died in the 2019 Ethiopian Boeing crash want charges against Boeing to be revived.
UK PM Sunak Pledges £500m Extra Aid to Ukraine In Defence Against Russia
UK PM Sunak has pledged £500 million extra aid to Ukraine, emphasising the importance of defending itself against Russia.
Ukraine Deploys US-Supplied Long-Range Missiles Against Russian Forces
Ukraine has begun using long-range ballistic missiles provided by the United States against invading Russian forces.
US Secretary of State Blinken Holds Talks with Chinese Officials
US Secretary of State Blinken met with China’s top official in Shanghai, aiming to address unresolved issues between the two nations.
Portugal’s President Stresses Accountability For Transatlantic Slavery And Colonial Crimes
The president of Portugal has highlighted the need for reparations to address historical injustices and pave the way for reconciliation.
Russia’s Deputy Defence Minister Ivanov Detained For Bribery
Russian security services have detained Deputy Defence Minister Timur Ivanov on suspicion of major bribery, marking high-profile corruption scrutiny.
US Congress Approves Historic Foreign Aid Package For Ukraine After Months Of Delay
US Congress approves historic aid package, allocating billions to Ukraine.
Huge Protest Erupts In Argentina Over Proposed Cut In University Funding
Mass protests gripped Buenos Aires in Argentina as citizens decry proposed university funding cuts, demanding protection for education budgets.
Israeli Military Intelligence Head Resigns After Taking Blame for Failures Leading To Hamas Attack
Israeli Military announced Intelligence Head Haliva’s resignation, who blamed himself for failure leading to Hamas-led attack on Israel on October 7.
Ten Dead As Two Navy Helicopters Collide During Malaysian Military Rehearsal
Two navy helicopters collided mid-air during military rehearsal in Lumut in Malaysia, claiming 10 lives.
Elon Musk Criticises Australian PM Over Social Media Censorship
Elon Musk has criticised Australia’s PM Albanese, questioning his jurisdiction over global internet control, amidst a social media censorship dispute.
Campus Protests Against Gaza Conflict Surge Across US Universities
US universities have witnessed a surge in protests against Gaza conflict, prompting tensions and arrests amidst campus activism.
US Journalist Terry Anderson, Held Captive In Lebanon, Dies At 76
Terry Anderson, a US Journalist and former Lebanese hostage has died at 76 following complications from a heart surgery
