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US begins troop drawdown in Syria, shuts three military bases
US begins troop drawdown in Syria, shuts three military bases The United States is in the process of pulling out troops from northeastern Syria, The New York Times reported on Thursday. According to the paper, Washington is closing three of its eight military outposts in the region and reducing troop levels from approximately 2,000 to around 1,400. The move, the report adds, is based on information from two senior...
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Shooting at Florida State University Leaves Multiple Injured, Exposing Ongoing U.S. Gun Violence Crisis
At least six people were injured, including one critically, in a shooting at Florida State University, highlighting the unchecked epidemic of gun violence in the United States amid lax firearm regulations. Related: Four police officers killed and four wounded in a shooting in the US University Shooting Reflects Systemic Failure to Address Gun Violence A [β¦]
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Boarding schools urged to make room for bush students with autism
Dustin's mum says he is "just a normal bush kid", but the 12-year-old has been unable to enrol in school due to his autism.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:UnitedHealth shares plunge 22% after insurer slashes profit forecast
US company says it βdid not perform to expectationsβ in first quarter
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:US launches fresh air raids on Houthi-held areas in Yemen
US launches fresh air raids on Houthi-held areas in Yemen US warplanes have carried out a new round of air raids on Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen on Thursday, according to media linked to the Ansar Allah movement. The reports say American forces launched two strikes on the Al-Sama region in Arhab, located within the Sanaa governorate. Four additional raids reportedly targeted the Ras Issa area in Yemenβs western...
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Horse still missing a week after Man From Snowy River re-enactment goes awry
Rangers are scouring Victoria's high country for a horse that escaped handlers during a re-enactment of Banjo Patterson's Man From Snowy River poem.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:North of North is set in the Arctic but will make you feel warm and fuzzy
North of North is a comedy filmed in the Arctic, but that's not the only reason it's unlike any other show on TV.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Queensland set for 'lovely' camping weather for Easter
Queenslanders can expect dry and sunny conditions across most of the state for the Easter long weekend.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:The Trump Takeover of the US Institute of PeaceβWhat Nonprofits Need to Know and How to Prepare
On March 17, the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) effectively shut down the US Institute of Peace (USIP), despite its status as an independent nonprofit. As lawsuits unfold in its wake, concerns have grown across the nonprofit sector about legal protections, preparedness, and the limits of executive authority.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Council's sacking of 86yo lollipop lady found to be unfair
The longtime primary school crossing guard wins an unfair dismissal case against a regional Victorian council that sacked her due to a disputed knee injury.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Why a Michigan community formed a human chain to move 9,100 books, one at a time
When the Serendipity Books in Chelsea, Mich., needed to move 9,100 books to the storeβs new location one block away, they assembled a volunteer βbook brigadeβ to form a human chain, and pass each book along, one-by-one, to its new home.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Russia removes Taliban from terror list
Russia removes Taliban from terror list Submitted by MEE staff on Thu, 04/17/2025 - 18:51 The move enables Russian-Afghan business dealings and is a step toward international recognition for the ostracised Taliban government Dmitry Zhirnov (L), Russia's ambassador to Afghanistan, meets with Amir Khan Muttaqi, Afghanistan's Foreign Minister, in Kabul, Afghanistan, on 17 April 2025 (Afghanistan Ministry of Foreign...
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:US announces sanctions on International Bank of Yemen for 'enabling the Houthis'
US announces sanctions on International Bank of Yemen for 'enabling the Houthis' The United States has announced sanctions on Yemenβs International Bank of Yemen (IBY), alleging that the financial institution is enabling the Houthi groupβs access to global finance. The US Treasury alleged that IBY plays a crucial role in helping the Houthis, which Washington describes as part of βthe Iran threat networkβ, secure...
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Weekly news quiz: A pop star in space, McIlroy's stirring win and mounds of rubbish
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Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:South Koreaβs strategic autonomy and India
In todayβs rapidly evolving international landscape, the concept of a βpivotal stateβ is gaining renewed attention. As the global order transitions into a phase of intensified great-power rivalry, particularly between the United States and China, countries that can maintain strategic autonomy while influencing regional and global power dynamics are emerging as vital players. South Korea [β¦] The post South Koreaβs...
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Therapy chatbots have been around since the 60s β but how far can they go?
People are turning to AI chatbots for cheap or even free therapy but how does this compare to seeking a professional for help, and what does it mean for the future of mental health treatment?
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Why did UK media ignore Lammy's secret meeting with Israeli foreign minister?
Why did UK media ignore Lammy's secret meeting with Israeli foreign minister? Submitted by Peter Oborne on Thu, 04/17/2025 - 19:59 The British government wanted to keep this visit quiet, and journalists in the country were only too keen to comply Foreign Secretary David Lammy is pictured in London on 26 March 2025 (Benjamin Cremel/AFP) Off In theory, the role of the media is to tell the truth and hold power to account....
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Trump says 'very good' trade deal will be made with China
Donald Trump's comments came after he indicated Beijing was keen to meet to discuss the tariff war the two countries are locked in.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:A close Australian neighbour is open to military drills with China
Timor-Leste's President Jose Ramos Horta has said his country's forces could join with China's as long as the activity is "not directed at any perceived hostile entity".
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:US issues warning over new Zambian cyber-security law
The US says a new Zambian law is more intrusive than equivalents in many other countries.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Trump says he halted Israeli strike on Iran, 'not in a rush' for war
Trump says he halted Israeli strike on Iran, 'not in a rush' for war US President Donald Trump on Thursday acknowledged reports that he blocked Israeli plans to strike Iranβs nuclear sites, saying he chose not to rush into conflict. Speaking from the Oval Office, Trump said: βI wouldnβt say βwaved offβ [the strikes],β in reference to The New York Times report. βIβm not in a rush to do it because I think Iran has a...
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:US immigration judge denies bail to detained Turkish national Rumeysa Ozturk
US immigration judge denies bail to detained Turkish national Rumeysa Ozturk Submitted by Syma Mohammed on Thu, 04/17/2025 - 17:46 A Louisiana judge said that Ozturk was 'a flight risk and a danger to the community' Former Fulbright scholar Rumeysa Ozturk was pursuing her PhD in child and human development at Tufts before the Trump administration targeted her for deportation (Photo supplied by Reem Alattas) Off A Tufts...
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:At least five Palestinians killed in separate Israeli attacks on Gaza
At least five Palestinians killed in separate Israeli attacks on Gaza Israeli air strikes on a residential building in Jabalia, northern Gaza, on Thursday killed four civilians and left several others wounded, according to local sources. In a separate attack, Israeli forces opened fire in the Qizan Raswan area, south of Khan Younis, killing one person.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Englandβs Premiership Rugby in talks for revamp inspired by Indian cricket
Franchise model under consideration would target expansion and end relegation in top level of menβs game
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:US airlift delivers hundreds of bombs to Israel, say Israeli media
US airlift delivers hundreds of bombs to Israel, say Israeli media Israeli media said on Thursday that the United States has ramped up military support by sending hundreds of bombs to Israel in what they describe as the largest airlift of its kind in years. According to the Israeli Broadcasting Authority, nine American military cargo planes landed at Nevatim Airbase within 24 hours, unloading large quantities of...
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Kenya halts kidney trafficking operation after DW report
A report by DW and other German media outlets put the spotlight on a kidney trafficking operation based in Kenya. Now the government is launching an investigation.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Saudi defence minister visits Tehran before Iran-US talks
Iran and the US are set to hold a second round of talks in Rome about Tehran's nuclear programme.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:'Discrimination': Arab American event moved from Amazon headquarters
'Discrimination': Arab American event moved from Amazon headquarters Amazon refused to host an event celebrating Arab American culture at the eleventh hour, prompting fears that the move was βdiscriminatoryβ and part of a broader systemic effort to suppress Arab American voices and visibility. The National Arab American Heritage Month Commemoration was scheduled to take place on 9 April at Amazon East Coast...
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:UnitedHealth's stock is plunging on higher medical costs. That may mean trouble for more insurers
The warning sign from a health-care giant seen as the insurance industry's bellwether may mean trouble for companies with Medicare Advantage plans.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Network of Intellectuals Expresses Concern Over Ecuadorβs Political Situation
Political persecution and human rights violations have intensified in the post-election days, REDH stated. On Wednesday, the Network of Intellectuals and Artists in Defense of Humanity (REDH) expressed its concern over the political situation prevailing in Ecuador following the second round of presidential elections, which resulted in the reelection of President Daniel Noboa. RELATED: Luisa [β¦]
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:UK blocks arrest bid targeting Israeli minister accused of war crimes
UK blocks arrest bid targeting Israeli minister accused of war crimes UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy has informed Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar that a legal request seeking his arrest was dismissed by the British Attorney Generalβs Office. The pro-Palestinian Hind Rajab Foundation had filed the request, urging authorities to issue a warrant for Saarβs arrest during his current visit to the UK. The foundation...
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:ICC opens inquiry into Hungary for failing to arrest Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor OrbΓ‘n announced his country would quit the court, claiming on local radio that the ICC was 'no longer an impartial court, not a court of law, but a political court.'
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:What is the bond market, and why does it matter for the economy?
Even more than the stock market, experts say, the bond market may have forced President Donald Trump into pausing his country-by-country tariffs. Here's why.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Italy: At least 4 dead in cable car accident near Naples
A cable car crashed to the ground at Monte Faito, a peak around 45 kilometers southeast of Naples. It is a popular hiking and tourist destination.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Suspect in custody after shooting at Florida State University that killed at least 2 and injured 5
The 20-year-old gunman was the son of a sheriffβs deputy whose former service weapon was used in the shooting, authorities said.
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