US sanctions Nicaraguan judges who removed dissident citizenship
The sanctions come as the government of President Daniel Ortega faces ongoing allegations of silencing dissent.
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US Supreme Court upholds temporary access to abortion pill
The decision keeps in place a number of restrictions on access to abortion pill, used in about half of all US abortions.
What to know about this week’s rare hybrid eclipse
A rare hybrid solar eclipse will be visible on Thursday in some areas. The next one will take place in 2031.
In another round of cuts, Facebook parent Meta sacks tech teams
Wednesday cuts have prompted expressions of frustration from employees who say it has 'shattered' morale.
What the Dominion lawsuit revealed about Fox News and what’s next
Fox settled with polling machine maker for $787m, but not before the case revealed embarrassing details about network.
Family of Tyre Nichols sues Memphis officials, police officers
The $550-million lawsuit in the US compares the Nichols beating to that of Emmett Till, a Black boy murdered in 1955.
Alleged US Pentagon document leaker Teixeira to remain in jail
Jack Teixeira, 21, makes second court appearance, as his lawyers ask for more time before hearing on his detention.
Ukraine faces grain export problems despite ship checks resuming
Several EU member countries have restricted imports of Ukrainian grain and food products to protect local farmers.
Florida expands ‘Don’t Say Gay’ education ban to all grades
Ban in US state bars classroom discussion of gender identity and sexual orientation through high school.
Moscow court rejects Kremlin critic’s appeal of prison term
Ilya Yashin, convicted in December for comments critical of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, says his conscience is clear.
China Tesla plant where worker died had safety weakness: Reports
The emergency bureau of Shanghai’s Pudong district recommended an unspecified penalty for Tesla, news outlets reported.
Photos: Yazidis ring in the year 6773 at temple in Iraq
Thousands of worshippers light candles at Lalish Temple to celebrate the start of the New Year.
Residents flee Khartoum as fighting continues
Bodies on the streets of the Sudanese capital as fighting enters fifth day despite ceasefire claims.
Can the international community stop the fighting in Sudan?
The warring generals show little interest in ending hostilities amid what could be an existential threat to them.
Why is Ukrainian grain suddenly so divisive in Europe?
Top European Union officials are racing to appease a handful of countries that have temporarily banned imports.
Murabitat: The Palestinian women defending Al-Aqsa
Murabitat remain dedicated to defending Al-Aqsa against Israeli incursions, despite repeated banning orders.
CAR authorities accuse rebels of killing nine Chinese miners
The government has blamed an alliance of rebel groups formed to overthrow President Touadéra, for the killings.
UK warns China against intimidating foreign nationals in Britain
Warning issued after media reports about a Chinese businessman linked to a 'secret police station' in London.
Diplomats, aid workers under attack in ‘nightmare’ Sudan violence
Endre Stiansen, the Norwegian ambassador to Sudan, said the 'urban warfare' in Khartoum is unprecedented.
Sudan’s paramilitary RSF to move Egyptian troops to Khartoum
The RSF says in a statement that Egyptian forces would be handed over to Cairo 'once the situation allows it'.