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Anger Erupts Across Middle East And The World Over Gaza Hospital Blast As Biden...

Protests erupted across the Middle East following the deadly explosion at a Gaza hospital, with Israeli and Palestinian officials trading accusations over who was to blame as US President Joe Biden arrived in Tel Aviv.

A Proposed Law In Ghana Would Require Citizens To Report LGBTQ People To Authorities

Most countries in Africa criminalize same-sex activity and/or LGBTQ people, but enforcement can vary. In Ghana same-sex relationships were illegal prior to this current bill, LGBTQ centers and groups were still allowed to exist. If the bill passes, their existence will become illegal, too.

Niger’s Coup Leaders Face A Deadline To Cede Power

The leaders of a coup in Niger are digging in their heels as they face a looming deadline from neighbors to give up power or face possible military action.

From Border Crisis To Quakes, Women Of Haiti Gather To Ignite Their Collective Power

Based in Washington, the Haitian Ladies Network is the largest platform connecting women and girls of Haitian descent across the world. A small brunch started by Nadine Duplessy Kearns with a group of friends has expanded to over 75,000 members globally.

North Korea Fires Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Into Waters Near Japan After Threatening U.S.

The missile launch and fiery rhetoric, while not unusual for Pyongyang, arrives during a period of heightened tensions on the peninsula, as Washington and Seoul ramp up their defense cooperation.

The Unforeseen Economic Impact Of Russia’s Invasion Of Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin had previously announced the start of a “special military operation” in Ukraine, where he stated he wished to demilitarize and not occupy the country.

Ukrainian Student Shares Life After Russian Invasion

That this conflict is not just an invasion in Ukraine, it’s the beginning of something bigger -- maybe even World War III.

They Moved To Ukraine For An Education. Now They’re Living In A City Occupied...

African students trapped in southern Ukraine’s Kherson are crying out for help, as Russian forces try to consolidate their occupation of the port city.

Ukraine Vows Defiance As Russia Launches Major Invasion

Ukraine’s President struck a defiant note Thursday after Russia launched an unprecedented military invasion that has already left dozens dead, prompting Western leaders to condemn Moscow and vow unity with Kyiv.

Putin Moves In Eastern Ukraine Could Be Opening Phase Of Possible Large-Scale Invasion

Russian President Vladimir Putin’s move to recognize breakaway eastern Ukrainian territories as independent could be the opening phase of a larger potential military operation targeting Ukraine, nearly a dozen U.S. and western officials told CNN.

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There’s A New Excitement Around The WNBA This Season

Ticket sales for the Chicago Sky have jumped. Celebrities are wearing Indiana Fever jerseys. Google searches for the league are higher than ever. Everyone is talking about the WNBA. And the hype is real.