Uganda’s Bobi Wine Returns, Faces House Arrest.
Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine said Thursday he was under house arrest after being seized by security officials on his return home from a trip abroad. Bobi Wine, also known…
Ivory Coast President Dismisses PM, Dissolves Government.
Ivory Coast’s President Alassane Ouattara removed Prime Minister Patrick Achi on Friday and said a new government will be formed, which is earlier than expected, with two years left before…
President Biden Expands Border Wall, Impact on Crossings Awaited.
At first glance, Starr County in Texas is a quiet place. The area near the US-Mexico border has quiet towns with small hills and streams. You can often hear sounds…
Narges Mohammadi Wins Nobel Peace Prize
Imprisoned Iranian human rights activist Narges Mohammadi has won the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize. Narges Mohammadi, a 51-year-old Iranian woman, won the Nobel Peace Prize for her brave efforts against…
Biden Backs New Border Wall Amidst Mexico Crossings Surge.
President Biden’s team plans to construct a part of the border wall in southern Texas to curb increasing immigration. Around 20 miles (32km) of border wall will be constructed in…
104-Year-Old Chicago Woman Sets Skydiving Record.
A 104-year-old lady from Chicago wants to be recognized as the oldest person to go skydiving. She left her walker on the ground and jumped from a plane in northern…
Empowering Indigenous Voices: Australia’s Referendum.
On 14 October, Australia will vote in a historic referendum that cuts to the core of how it sees itself as a nation. Some people think the Voice is a…
Biden’s Dog, Commander, Finds New Home After Biting Incidents.
Biden’s dog, Commander, left the White House because he bit people. The Biden family’s dog, Commander, bit people many times. One time, a person had to go to the hospital.…
US Stops Bad Medicine: Sanctions Chinese Firms for Fentanyl.
The US has announced sanctions on 25 China-based firms and individuals allegedly involved in the production of chemicals used to make fentanyl. Fentanyl is a very strong painkiller. It’s causing…
Kevin McCarthy Removed as Republican Leader in US House.
Kevin McCarthy has been toppled in a right-wing revolt – the first time ever that a US House of Representatives Speaker has lost a no-confidence vote. Kevin McCarthy, a Republican…