Despite the Support of World Leaders, Safe Zones Still Fail Humanity
Humanitarian Chiefs of the Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) signed an open letter on November 16, 2023, asserting that they will not participate in establishing any…
14 of the best hotel bars in Los Angeles for visitors and locals alike
The 1970s are alive and well at the Garland, a sprawling hotel and events property celebrating 50 years in North Hollywood. The hotel is named…
Migration is derailing leaders from Biden to Macron. Who’s next? – POLITICO
Press play to listen to this article Voiced by artificial intelligence. BRUSSELS — Western leaders are grappling with how to handle two era-defining wars in…
With Kevin McCarthy out, Nancy Pelosi once again outlasts her foes
WASHINGTON — Since Kevin McCarthy‘s ouster as House Speaker, I have wondered whether the Bakersfield Republican would try to hang on to his seat as a…
Estonia gets France’s help to prepare for ‘when’ Putin attacks – POLITICO
SAAREMAA, Estonia — As a light snow begins to fall, the only sound is the buzzing of a Black Hornet drone. It's measuring the coordinates…
Jo Yapp: Former England captain makes history with appointment as new head coach of Australia women
Jo Yapp was captain when England reached the final of the 2006 Women's World CupRugby Australia has announced that former England captain Jo Yapp has…
Wimbledon 2023: Marketa Vondrousova makes history by beating Ons Jabeur in final – highlights
BBC Sport is looking back at some of the sporting highlights of 2023.Watch highlights as Czech Marketa Vondrousova beats sixth seed Ons Jabeur 6-4 6-4…
Batang Kali: A British massacre in colonial Malaya and a fight for justice | Human Rights News
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - In the smart offices of a law firm located among the skyscrapers of the Malaysian capital, 85-year-old Lim Kok’s thoughts turn…
A Creative Minilateral Approach – Modern Diplomacy
Minilateralism, a relatively recent concept in international relations, involves small groups of nations cooperating to address common issues and pursue shared objectives. A creative minilateral…
Israeli TV sketch show brandishes satire as weapon in Hamas war – POLITICO
Press play to listen to this article Voiced by artificial intelligence. TEL AVIV — The show must go on. Even when you are an Israeli…
Political trailblazer first on list of women to be celebrated in statue form across Melbourne
Quick Read:In short: Political activist Vida Goldstein is the first female historical figure to be honoured with a statue as part of a City of Melbourne…
Earth’s ‘vital signs’ worse than at any time in human history, scientists warn
Life on planet is in peril, say climate experts, as they call for a rapid and just transition to a sustainable future. Earth’s “vital signs”…
Opinion: Listen to Palestinians’ stories, not just the tales that make us villains
As an author and someone who works in publishing, I have always believed that stories have the power to liberate the world. As a Palestinian…
Bureaucracy, Hypocrisy, and the Israel-Palestine Quandary
Authors: J.M.Jakus and Evin Demir* Despite politicians’ efforts to mold the latest turmoil into something binary, leaning on oversimplified identity politics is grossly counterproductive to…
Macron faces backlash after Jewish ceremony at presidential palace – POLITICO
Emmanuel Macron is facing widespread pushback, even from within his own ranks, from critics who say the president breached France’s long-standing history of secularism after…
Victorian-era thieves or early-adopter conservators? Either way, it’s time for ancient treasures to go home
The first time I seriously wanted to steal a work of art was not the same moment that I realised I actually could.The original desire…
LeBron James master class lifts Lakers into NBA tournament final
LAS VEGAS — LeBron James had just gotten knocked to the floor by Zion Williamson, New Orleans’ door-frame-shaped power forward, when the refs blew the whistle…
Snooker Shoot-Out: Shaun Murphy hits first 147 in tournament history
Shaun Murphy has hit eight 147s in his careerShaun Murphy made the first 147 break in Snooker Shoot-Out history as he beat Hungarian teenager Bulcsu…
Russia warns US that Ukraine will be its ‘second Vietnam’ – POLITICO
The Kremlin’s spy chief Sergei Naryshkin warned the U.S. that Ukraine will turn into its “second Vietnam,” amid disagreement in Congress over funding for Kyiv.…
Why Hanukkah and Christmas appear together in pop culture everywhere from Friends to South Park
When Arthur Levine was growing up just outside New York City in the 1960s, there was no time as lonely as Christmas."I was one of…