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New York subway chokehold death trial begins
Prosecutors say a US Marine veteran went too far in choking a homeless man on the subway
Hindus seek protection from attacks in Muslim-majority Bangladesh
About 30,000 Hindus demonstrate in Chattogram, demanding their rights while police and soldiers guard area
COVID-19 shots banned at public health district in Idaho, likely first in US
Officials opposed to the decision worry about impact for people who can’t travel elsewhere but need or want the vaccine
No war to access sea, says Ethiopia prime minister
As the dispute between Somalia and Ethiopia over sea access escalates, Ethiopia's prime minister on Thursday said his country was seeking access to the Red Sea "through peaceful means."
Speaking at the parliament where he was questioned by lawmakers, Abiy Ahmed said Ethiopia has a "clear stance" on the issue.
"Let the world hear today, Ethiopia maintains a clear national interest — it needs Red Sea access through peaceful means," he said.
"If we do not succeed, our children will,"...
The election and America’s changing racial and ethnic demographics
America continues to become more ethnically diverse as divisions over immigration and the nation’s division deepen. It’s become a major theme in the presidential campaign. With the election just days away, the outcome could signal the direction of the nation for years to come. We speak with Michael Ezra, professor of American Multicultural Studies at Sonoma State University for insights on America’s changing times and demographics and what the future could hold depending on who becomes the...
Before US sanctions violations arrest, Russian businessman faced charge in Hong Kong
Behind the man accused of exporting drone parts to Russia is an international saga involving Hong Kong companies, a U.S. startup and Florida real estate
Recent US strikes spotlight growing Islamic State threat in Syria
US Central Command says its forces conducted strikes this week targeting multiple camps belonging to Islamic State in Syria
Mideast-North Africa region sees surge in global investment despite conflicts
Investors cite appeal of policies promoted by governments seeking to diversify from reliance on oil
Moscow claims, falsely, that US media are refusing to endorse presidential candidates due to 'Russian stamp'
Moscow claims, falsely, that US media are refusing to endorse presidential candidates due to 'Russian stamp'
Elon Musk loses bid to move $1 million voter prizes case
The billionaire has been giving $1 million checks to randomly selected voters who sign a petition supporting free speech and gun rights
WHO says more than 50,000 vaccinated against mpox in DR Congo, Rwanda
Nearly 900,000 vaccine doses have been allocated to nine countries in effort to control an outbreak that has killed more than 1,100 people
Erdogan sues opposition chief, Istanbul mayor for slander
Lawsuits target Ozgur Ozel, head of the Republican People's Party, and Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu
Russia protests Berlin’s installation of military base in Germany
The Two Plus Four Agreement’s Article 5, paragraph 3 regards the time frame following the withdrawal of the Soviet troops from Germany. However, Article 6 states that the conditions of Article 5, paragraph 3 no longer apply after Germany joins an alliance.
What US election results could mean for Africa
While neither candidate has spoken much about the continent in their campaigns, analysts say Africans will watch next week’s election closely
November 1, 2024
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Trump to visit Dearborn, Michigan, 'capital' of Arab America
The Harris campaign has also increased outreach to Arab and Muslim Americans angry over Gaza
What's at stake in Moldova's weekend run-off election?
Incumbent pro-Europe President Maia Sandu and pro-Kremlin former prosecutor general Alexandr Stoianoglo, face a run-off vote on Sunday
Before US sanctions violations arrest, Russian businessman faced charges in Hong Kong
Behind the man accused of exporting drone parts to Russia is an international saga involving Hong Kong companies, a U.S. startup and Florida real estate