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Texas Legislature Passes Bill to Sue Abortion Pill Providers
This state has some of the toughest abortion restrictions in the U.S. and already bans nearly all abortions. On Wednesday night, the Republican-dominated Texas legislature approved a bill that would allow people to sue anyone who manufactures, distributes, mails or provides abortion medication to or from the second-largest U.S. state. RELATED: Texas Senate Pushes Forward [โฆ]
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Why Bangladeshโs Soldiers Who Gunned Down Civilians Should Be Tried by Civilian Courts
By resisting civilian trials, the army isn't protecting its honor โ it's signaling complicity.
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:Uzbek Fighters in Russiaโs War Face Relatively Mild Punishments at Home
The number of Uzbek nationals fighting in the Russia-Ukraine war remains significant, and the price of returning home has become little more than a grounding.
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:World News in Brief: Afghanistan quake update, Guterres in Papua New Guinea, Ebola returns to DR Congo, UN condemns attack on peacekeepers in South Sudan
As the death toll from the Afghanistan earthquake disaster jumped to more than 2,200 on Thursday, UN agencies continued to help, while calling for funding to help build sturdier housing to withstand future shocks.
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:UN rights office alarm over escalation in Gaza City, annexation plans for West Bank
A senior official from the UN human rights office, OHCHR, said on Thursday he was extremely concerned over intensifying Israeli military operations in northern Gaza โ including Gaza City โ and warned against any attempt to annex parts of the West Bank.
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:Downpours stymy aid teams following deadly landslide in war-torn Sudan
War-torn Sudan continues to face โa horrific humanitarian situationโ as UN colleagues scramble to help communities affected by the devastating landslide that struck Tarseen village in South Darfur state over the weekend, UN Spokesperson Stรฉphane Dujarric said on Thursday.
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:UN rights office worried over escalation in Gaza City, annexation plans for West Bank
A senior official from the UN human rights office, OHCHR, said on Thursday he was extremely concerned over intensifying Israeli military operations in northern Gaza โ including Gaza City โ and warned against any attempt to annex parts of the West Bank.
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:The โunthinkableโ is underway in Gaza City, UNICEF warns
The UN Childrenโs Fund (UNICEF) called on Thursday for the international community to do everything possible to prevent catastrophe in Gaza City as Israel ramps up military operations ahead of a planned full takeover.
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:EU Advances Trade Agreements With MERCOSUR and Mexico
The agreements require approval by the European Parliament and EU member states before they can enter into force. On Wednesday, the European Commission proposed moving forward with two major trade agreements for approval, aimed at expanding the European Unionโs global trade network to offset U.S. tariffs and strengthening its presence in Latin America. RELATED: Lula [โฆ]
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:Africa: 'It's Time to Deliver' - COP29 Presidency Urges Action on Climate Finance Promises
[allAfrica] Climate change continues to have escalating impacts on the world, making the Conference of the Parties (COP) an essential global climate action platform. Climate-related disasters are increasing worldwide, affecting mostly developing countries that contribute very little to global emissions. In Africa, climate change costs countries between 2% and 5% of their GDP. Some nations even allocate up to 9% of...
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:Iran Strengthens Ties with China and Russia After SCO Summit
After the SCO summit in China, Iran announced closer cooperation with Russia and China as member states opposed unilateral sanctions moves by European powers.
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:Dozens die after boat hits tree stump in Nigerian river
The overloaded boat was carrying passengers including children when it hit a submerged tree stump.
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:Afghanistan Earthquake Response Shifts to Relief as Rescue Hopes Fade
With more than 1,400 confirmed dead, Afghanistan shifts from rescue to humanitarian relief as remote villages remain cut off and the Taliban appeals for international support.
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:Funicular Derailment Leaves 15 Dead and 18 Injured in Portugal
Built in the late 19th century, the Gloria Funicular connects Restauradores Square with the Principe Real district. On Wednesday evening, the Gloria Funicular, one of Lisbonโs best-known tourist attractions, derailed and overturned, leaving 15 people dead and 18 others injured, including five in serious condition. RELATED: Portugal: Five Villages Evacuated by Fires in Pedrรณgรฃo Grande, [โฆ]
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:CNBC's Inside India newsletter: How 'Digital India' is driving Big Tech investments into the country
India's digital growth story is drawing investments and attracting global tech giants, fueled in large parts by a gigantic talent pool and tech userbase.
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:UK feels the heat as investors and critics question its future
A spike in long-term borrowing costs, concerns over the forthcoming Autumn Budget and political instability โ it's just another normal week for the U.K.
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:Grandfather accidentally takes home wrong child from Sydney daycare
The man returned with the one-year-old as soon as he realised the mistake, and an investigation into the centre's safety protocols has been opened.
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:India cuts tax rates to spur consumption, blunt tariff impact
India's GST, which was criticized in the past for being complicated, was simplified to a two-rate structure of 5% and 18%, instead of the current four slabs.
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:Holness Wins Third Consecutive Term in Jamaicaโs General Elections
The Jamaica Labour Party won 34 seats in national elections, giving Prime Minister Andrew Holness a third term, while voter turnout stood below 40 percent.
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:Watch: BBC correspondent at scene of Lisbon funicular crash
Local media reports suggest a cable came loose along the railway's route, causing it to lose control - a national day of mourning is being observed
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:Burberry to return to FTSE 100 after a year's absence as overhaul strategy gains pace
The upgrade to the blue-chip benchmark comes as part of a quarterly reshuffling.
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:Zimbabwe: Hosts Zimbabwe Seek First Under-17 Title in 18 Years
[Cosafa] COSAFA Qualifiers will be staged in Harare, Zimbabwe from September 11-20 with 12 teams hoping to reach the continental finals that are to be held next year.
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:Tanzania: Fuel Price Cuts Bring Relief to Motorists
[Daily News] Dodoma -- MOTORISTS in the country are experiencing a reprieve following a 36/- and 23/- reduction in cap prices for petroleum and diesel, respectively, which is expected to lower transportation costs, ease inflationary pressures and boost overall economic activity.
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:Liberia: 'We Are Corrupt' - Sen. Duncan Admits Corruption, Says International Partners Responsible for 80 Percent
[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- Sinoe County Senator Crayton Duncan has admitted that Liberian public officials, including members of the Legislature, are corrupt--but claims the country's international partners are far more corrupt and responsible for the majority of poverty and suffering among Liberians.
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:Liberia: Information Minister Jerolinmek Piah Orders Gsa Dress Code Memo Ignored
[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- Liberia's Minister of Information, Jerolinmek Matthew Piah, has distanced the government from an internal memorandum purportedly issued by the General Services Agency (GSA).
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:Liberia: Ex-President Sirleaf Admits Administration Shortcomings in Addressing Plights of Liberian Youth
[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- Former Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf has admitted that her administration did not do enough to address the social and emotional impact of the country's civil war, particularly on the youth.
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:Liberia: Audit Shows Government Circumventing Salary Cap - Paying Wages Under Grants Code in National Budget
[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- An audit by the General Auditing Commission (GAC) has revealed that the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning may be circumventing the approved salary structure by disbursing wages under the "Grants/Transfers" category in the national budget, instead of the standard "Basic Salaries" allocation.
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:Mauritius: Mauritius and China Explore Deeper Ties in Land Transport Sector
[Government of Mauritius] The Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People's Republic of China, Dr Huang Shifang, paid a courtesy call on the Minister of Land Transport, Mr Mahomed Osman Cassam Mahomed, in Port Louis, yesterday.
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: ICT Projected to Surpass Oil As Nigeria's Top Earner
[Vanguard] Nigeria's Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector is on course to outperform oil and gas as the country's biggest revenue earner by 2027, according to Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani.
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:What's behind Putin's remarks on Ukraine's EU membership?
Russia has never officially opposed EU membership for Ukraine, something Vladimir Putin reiterated while visiting China. Many observers see Putin's comment as disingenuous, aimed at appeasing Donald Trump.
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:Africa: New Warehouses to Strengthen Africa's Rapid Health Emergency Response
[Africa CDC] When a public health emergency strikes, every hour counts. Rapid access to medical countermeasures can be the difference between containment and escalation.
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:Africa: Strong Public Engagement in Africa's Mpox Fight - but Gaps Persist
[Africa CDC] A year after mpox was declared a continental health threat, Africa's response has shown encouraging momentum. An interim analysis of a new study by the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) reveals strong public engagement, with above-average vaccine acceptance across all surveyed countries and firm trust in health information shared via television, radio and frontline health...
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:Bureaucracy stops Belรฉm residents from listing rooms on official COP30 platform
Government restrictions mean only real estate agencies with more than 40 properties can list on the official COP30 accommodation platform The post Bureaucracy stops Belรฉm residents from listing rooms on official COP30 platform appeared first on Climate Home News.
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:Listen: Lisbonโs funicular tragedy brings back ignored workersโ safety warnings
On Wednesday evening, Lisbonโs historic Glรณria funicular derailed, killing at least 17. But what led to the horrific accident and why are workersโ unions not convinced by the official explanation?
Published on: September 04, 2025 | Source:Rwanda: Why Kigali 2025 Race Could Draw Largest Viewership Ever
[New Times] The 2025 edition of UCI Road World Championships is expected to break global records when it takes on the streets of Kigali from September 21-28, making history as the first edition hosted on African soil.
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