Category: World

Manila, Philippines — In a shocking and unprecedented statement, Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte declared on Saturday that she had arranged for the assassination of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and his inner circle should anything happen to her. Her comments have prompted swift condemnation and action from Marcos’ office, which has referred the matter to […]

Recent violent incidents in China have raised concerns about the country’s ability to address deep-seated social grievances. In November alone, attacks claimed 43 lives and injured more than 70, with several instances linked to economic hardship, inadequate social support, and frustrations with the government’s response to public concerns. Social and Economic Frustrations Behind the Violence […]

Office of the Spokesperson HomeOffice of the SpokespersonPress Releases…Secretary Blinken’s Call with Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr al-Busaidi Secretary Blinken’s Call with Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr al-Busaidi November 22, 2024 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr al-Busaidi to […]

A teenager who stabbed a 16-year-old boy after luring him to a dark alley under the false pretences of meeting his girlfriend has been jailed for life. Kevin Biji Kevin Biji, 17, of Kamala Way in Norris Green, Liverpool, sent messages to the victim from his girlfriend’s phone purporting to be her, inviting him to […]

The mass rape trial that shook France is entering its final phase after ten weeks. But its implications for how we think about sexual violence and who experiences it will last much longer. Gisèle Pelicot, 72, testified to her ex-husband’s repeated, long-term sexual abuse. Dominique Pelicot admitted in November 2020 to drugging his then wife […]

Gatwick Airport Evacuated After Suspicious Item Found in Luggage, Causing Major Travel Disruptions Gatwick Airport, the UK’s second-busiest travel hub, has been thrown into chaos following the discovery of a suspicious item in luggage at its South Terminal early this morning. The police responded promptly, evacuating part of the airport and creating significant delays to […]

Further information The Connecting Culture projects Understanding, valuing and celebrating neurodiversity Led by Leah Milner-Campbell, John Innes Centre This project aims to create a more supportive and inclusive work environment for neurodivergent people through awareness raising, training and network development activities. MentforMe Led by Harriet Keep, The Pirbright Institute The MentforMe campaign focuses on connecting […]

11/22/2024 09:32 AM EST Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State HomeOffice of the SpokespersonPress Releases…Designation of Former Colombian General for Involvement in Gross Violations of Human Rights hide Designation of Former Colombian General for Involvement in Gross Violations of Human Rights Press Statement November 22, 2024 The United States is today designating former Colombian General Mario Montoya Uribe due to his involvement in gross […]

Despite the trillion-dollar investments and groundbreaking advances in sustainability, carbon capture, and renewable energy, climate denial remains a significant obstacle to progress — especially in many African and developing nations, where fossil fuel industries and unsustainable mining practices continue to dominate the economy. Even as countries and organizations around the world make strides toward net-zero […]