Japan to Get New Prime Minister as Kishida Steps Down as Party Leader
Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is stepping down as the leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), which he believes needs a fresh start. Kishida, who is 67, will…
Ukrainian troops say they entered Russia with little trouble
Ukrainian Troops Say They Easily Entered Russian Territory Ukrainian soldiers have reported that their recent incursion into Russia was surprisingly easy. They used a triangle symbol to mark their vehicles…
US Police Officer Accused of Killing Pregnant Woman
A police officer in Ohio has been charged with murder for fatally shooting a pregnant woman named Ta’Kiya Young. Young, who was 21 and 25 weeks pregnant, was shot last…
Is Kamala Harris failing as the border leader?
Donald Trump’s latest ad criticizes Kamala Harris as a “failed border czar,” blaming her for the high number of illegal border crossings and drug overdoses. Trump’s campaign argues that Harris,…
UN leader urges a permanent seat for Africa on the Security Council
UN chief António Guterres has urged that Africa should have a permanent seat on the UN Security Council to address historical wrongs. He pointed out that the Council’s structure, largely…
Mpox crisis in Africa now considered a public health emergency.
Mpox, a highly contagious disease formerly known as monkeypox, has been declared a public health emergency in Africa by the continent’s top health organization, the Africa CDC. Scientists are concerned…
Israeli Minister Criticized for Suggesting Jewish Prayers at Jerusalem’s Holy Site
A far-right Israeli minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, led hundreds of Jewish Israelis to a very sensitive holy site in Jerusalem, which both Jews and Muslims consider sacred. Many of the Jewish…
Two Polar Bears Attack and Kill Worker in Canada in Rare Incident
In a rare and tragic event, two polar bears attacked and killed a worker at a remote Arctic radar station in Nunavut, Canada. The worker, whose name hasn’t been released,…
Tanzania Opposition Leader Tundu Lissu Detained in Government Crackdown
In Tanzania, prominent opposition leader Tundu Lissu and four other officials from the Chadema party have been arrested by police, according to the party. The detentions occurred in the town…
4.4 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Los Angeles Area
A 4.4 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Los Angeles Area, Shaking Homes and Causing Alarm A strong earthquake shook the Los Angeles area on Monday afternoon, startling residents and rattling homes. The…