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No, a Gaza toddler having cerebral palsy does not mean Israeli starvation is a β€˜lie’

No, a Gaza toddler having cerebral palsy does not mean Israeli starvation is a β€˜lie’ Photographs of extremely thin, often skeletal, children inIsraeli-starved Gaza have become all too familiar. One such image, of the severely malnourished infant Mohammed al-Mutawaq, went viral last week. The 18-month-old child's picture featured in several international media outlets, including the BBC, CNN, The Times, The New York...

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Russia’s ‘land of fire and ice’ largely spared by earthquake and tsunami

One of the strongest earthquakes ever recorded hit Russia’s Far East, flooding a fishing port with waves from a tsunami, but causing only a few injuries.

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

The NGO holding Israeli soldiers to account

The Hind Rajab Foundation is using Israeli soldiers’ own social media footage as evidence for war crimes investigations.

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Iran: Authorities Amputate Three Prisoners’ Fingers in Acts of Torture

Click to expand Image Hadi Rostami. Kurdistan Human Rights Newtork (Beirut) –Iranian authorities used aβ€œguillotine machine” to amputate fingers of three detained men in the late hours of July 30, 2025, Human Rights Watch said today. The three men, Hadi Rostami, 38, Mehdi Sharifian, 42, and Mehdi Shahivand, 29, had been convicted of theft after grossly unfair trials.An informed source told Human Rights Watch that the...

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: Human Rights Watch favicon Human Rights Watch

China flooding kills dozens, including 31 trapped at elderly care home

Official says 'contingency plan had flaws' as torrential rains, floods kill disabled seniors near Beijing.

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Thailand and Cambodia plan border visits for diplomats as fragile ceasefire holds

The ceasefire reached in Malaysia was supposed to take effect at midnight on Monday, but it was quickly tested as Thailand and Cambodia continued to accuse each other of violating the truce agreements.

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Pakistani opposition leader Imran Khan and nearly 200 supporters sentenced over 2023 riots

A court in eastern Pakistan has sentenced an opposition leader and nearly 200 supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan to 10 years in prison.

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

Israeli settlers march to Gaza chanting 'Gaza, ours forever'

Israeli settlers march to Gaza chanting 'Gaza, ours forever' Led by far-right activist Daniella Weiss, hundreds of ultranationalist Israeli settlers marched toward Israel's boundary with Gaza while chanting "Gaza, ours forever" and "take back our land" on Wednesday. The settlers hope to establish new Israeli settlements in Gaza. Weiss says there are 1,000 families ready and willing to resettle the besieged strip....

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Sheinbaum and Trump Agree to 90-Day Delay on U.S. Tariff Hike for Mexican Goods

β€˜We have the best deal possible, even compared to other nations,’ the Mexican president said. During a phone call on Thursday, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum reached an agreement with U.S. President Donald Trump to postpone by 90 days the implementation of a 30% tariff on Mexican products. RELATED: Mexican President Sheinbaum Vows Tough Action on […]

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Microsoft becomes second company to surpass $4 trillion in market value

The surge comes following announced investments in AI after company laid off thousands earlier this month.

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Gazan boy first to be treated in UK for war injuries

Majd, 15, was almost killed by an Israeli tank shell last February. He has finally arrived in the UK for reconstructive surgery.

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: BBC Middle East favicon BBC Middle East

Vatican solar farm will make it the world’s first carbon-neutral state

Italy has agreed to a Vatican plan to turn a 430-hectare (1,000-acre) plot of land north of Rome into a vast solar farm that will generate enough electricity to meet the needs of Vatican City.

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

Syria wants Russia 'by our side,' foreign minister Asaad al-Shibani says in Moscow

Despite having been on opposite sides of the battle lines during the civil war, the new rulers in Damascus, headed by interim President Ahmed al-Sharra, have taken a pragmatic approach to relations with Moscow.

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

China’s Export Control Playbook: More Than Just Rare Earths

China’s evolving export control regime targets a broad spectrum of other mineral resources and advanced technologies beyond the widely discussed rare earths.

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Africa: How Biya, Ouattara, Other African Leaders Are Stifling Opposition

[Daily Trust] In recent months, political transitions in parts of Africa have taken an uncertain turn, with four key countries of Mali, Burkina Faso, the Ivory Coast, and Cameroon, witnessing significant power consolidation by ruling leaders or military juntas.

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Appeals court skeptical of Trump tariff authority

Trump's reciprocal tariffs and trafficking-related duties were previously struck down by a federal trade court, but that decision was put on pause.

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Trump administration cancels plans for new wind energy projects in federal waters

The Trump administration is canceling plans to use large areas of federal waters for new offshore wind development. It's the latest step to suppress the industry in the United States.

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

Australia's heaviest new stick insect discovered

Scientists have discovered Australia’s heaviest stick insect from the remote Wet Tropics rainforest. Its unique eggs helped identify it as a new species, with specimens added to the Queensland Museum for research.

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

UK, US and allies accuse Iran of cross-border assassination plots

Fourteen countries in Europe and North America have accused Iran of plotting killings and kidnappings on Western soil.

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Americans’ views on racial discrimination have shifted substantially in 4 years, poll shows

A poll finds less than half of U.S. adults believe Black people face β€œa great deal” or β€œquite a bit” of discrimination.

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

Real Madrid: Can Alonso carry on Ancelotti’s legacy?

After a disappointing season by their lofty standards, Xabi Alonso has been appointed as the new manager of Real Madrid.

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Brown University agrees on deal with Trump administration over 'antisemitism' accusations

Brown University agrees on deal with Trump administration over 'antisemitism' accusations Brown University in Rhode Island reached an agreement with the Trump administration on Wednesday to restore research funding after federal funds were pulled over accusations that "antisemitism" had thrived on campus. The deal will see Brown Universitypay $50m over 10 years to improve Rhode Island’s workforce development...

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

France and New Caledonia Have Reached a Compromise. Will It Work?

The new agreement must be approved by referendum to take effect, and even then friction will likely continue between NoumΓ©a and Paris.

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Trump announces 90-day negotiating period with Mexico as 25% tariff rates stay in place

Nations are scrambling to finalise the outlines of a trade framework with Trump in order to avoid him imposing higher tariff rates that could upend economies and governments.

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Activist investor pushes Viasat to split broadband and defence units

Hedge fund Carronade estimates spin-off could generate up to $11bn in value

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Top UN court paves way to lawsuits over inadequate climate finance

The International Court of Justice has advised that the level of climate finance given to developing countries must be compatible with limiting global warming to 1.5C The post Top UN court paves way to lawsuits over inadequate climate finance appeared first on Climate Home News.

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: Climate Home News favicon Climate Home News

US appeals court hears arguments about legality of Trump tariffs

Proceedings in the case, brought by five small businesses, come a day before tariffs are set to take effect.

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Barcelona agree shirt sponsorship deal with war-torn DR Congo

Despite criticism, the Congolese government says the deal with raise the profile of the country.

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: BBC Africa favicon BBC Africa

What's behind UK foreign policy change on Palestinian state?

British PM Keir Starmer has said unless Israel takes significant steps toward peace, the UK will recognize a Palestinian state. He's using the "inalienable right of the Palestinian people" as a diplomatic tool.

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Portugal to consult major parties and president about Palestinian state recognition, PM says

Some 144 of the UN’s 193 member states recognise Palestine as a state, including most of the global south but only a handful of the 27 European Union member countries do.

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Russia Liberates Chasiv Yar Marking Key Shift in Donbass Offensive

Forces controlling this city can dominate access routes to the cities of Kramatorsk, Sloviansk, and Kostiantynivka. On Thursday, the Russian Defense Ministry announced that its forces liberated the city of Chasiv Yar, following more than a year and a half of intense fighting. RELATED: Russia’s Klyuchevskaya Sopka Volcano Erupts After Earthquake This achievement marks one […]

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

New poll finds Americans perceive less racial discrimination in US

Less than half of Americans believe racial minorities face substantial discrimination, in reversal of previous trend.

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

'No Other Land' murder: Women in Awdah Hathaleen's village launch hunger strike

'No Other Land' murder: Women in Awdah Hathaleen's village launch hunger strike Submitted by Dania Akkad on Thu, 07/31/2025 - 16:10 Protesters in Umm al-Khair say they won't eat until Israeli police return murdered teacher's body and release residents arrested in the wake of his killing Awdah Hathaleen, 31, a father of three, an English teacher and activist, was killed this week (Twitter/@MohammadHureini) Off More than...

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Israeli settlers commit arson attack on tire repair shop near Nablus, West Bank

Israeli settlers commit arson attack on tire repair shop near Nablus, West Bank Israeli settlers on Thursday set fire to a tire repair workshop in the village of Bazaria, near Nablus in the West Bank, Wafa news agency reported. According to head of the Bazaria village council, Taysir Safarini,settlers carried out an arson attack on the tire repair shop and workshop, causing serious damage and leading to a standoff...

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Warning shots, desperation and chaos as UN delivers aid in Gaza

UN aid convoys in Gaza are delayed for hours at checkpoints, then swarmed by desperate crowds as soon as they pass.

Published on: July 31, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East