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Wed, Apr 1

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Published 5 days ago • The Guardian - UK • via theguardian.com

Stephen Lewis, Canadian Politician and Activist, Dies at 88

Stephen Lewis, a prominent Canadian diplomat and social activist, has passed away at the age of 88 after a battle with cancer.

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Published 5 days ago • Al Jazeera (EN) - All • via aljazeera.com

Syria's Stance on Iran-Israel Conflict

Syria has declared its intention to remain neutral in the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel, unless it faces direct aggression.

Published 5 days ago • France24 English - Americas • via france24.com

Federal Judge Halts Trump's White House Ballroom Construction

A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to stop construction of a new White House ballroom, citing the need for congressional approval for such changes.

Tue, Mar 31

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Published 5 days ago • Al Jazeera (EN) - All • via aljazeera.com

Exemption for Gulf of Mexico Oil Drillers from Endangered Species Protections

The U.S. government has exempted oil and gas drilling in the Gulf of Mexico from protections under the Endangered Species Act, a decision that has raised concerns among environmentalists.

Published 5 days ago • The New Arab - Top • via newarab.com

Spain Discovers Sophisticated Drug Smuggling Tunnel

Spanish police have uncovered a complex underground tunnel used for smuggling drugs from Morocco to Ceuta, a Spanish exclave in North Africa.

A aljazeera.com

Published 5 days ago • Al Jazeera (EN) - All • via aljazeera.com

Turkiye and Sweden Qualify for World Cup 2026

Turkiye and Sweden have secured their spots in the FIFA World Cup 2026 following playoff victories over Kosovo and Poland, respectively.

Published 5 days ago • BBC News - Top Stories • via bbc.com

Charges Filed After Car Strikes Pedestrians in Derby

Man charged after seven people hit by car in Derby23 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleBBCA 36-year-old man has been charged after a car struck seven people in Derby city centre on Saturday.Sandhu Ponnachan, from Alvaston, Derby, has been charged with six counts of grievous bodily harm (GBH) with intent and one count of attempted GBH with intent, one count of dangerous driving, and one count of possession of a bladed article.The pedestrians were seriously hurt when they were hit by a... Sandhu Ponnachan, 36, charged with grievous bodily harm, dangerous driving and possession of a bladed articleA 36-year-old man has been charged after seven people were injured when a car hit pedestrians in Derby, police have said.Sandhu Ponnachan, of Chariot Close, Alvaston, was charged on Tuesday night with six counts of causing grievous bodily harm with intent, one count of attempted grievous bodily harm, one count of dangerous driving and one count of possession of a bladed article, Derbyshir...

Published 5 days ago • Deutsche Welle English - Top • via dw.com

Growing Nuclear Threat in the Middle East

The ongoing conflict involving Iran is raising concerns about the potential for nuclear proliferation in the Middle East, particularly regarding Saudi Arabia and Turkey.

Published 5 days ago • ABC News - Top Stories • via abcnews.com

Trump Urges Countries to Take Oil from Strait of Hormuz

President Trump has called on other nations to either buy U.S. oil or take it directly from the Strait of Hormuz, criticizing those who have not supported U.S. actions against Iran.

Published 5 days ago • The New York Times - Arts • via nytimes.com

Critics Review 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie'

Critics have shared their thoughts on 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie,' describing it as a disappointing sequel that fails to capture the charm of its predecessor.

Published 5 days ago • BBC News - Top Stories • via bbc.com

Judge Halts Construction of Trump's White House Ballroom

A federal judge has temporarily halted the construction of President Trump's White House ballroom, citing a lack of proper authorization and procedures.

Published 5 days ago • The New York Times - World • via nytimes.com

Abduction of Journalist Shelly Kittleson in Baghdad

Freelance journalist Shelly Kittleson has been abducted in Baghdad, prompting calls for her immediate release from various news organizations.

Published 5 days ago • France24 English - Americas • via france24.com

US Supreme Court Rules Against Colorado's 'Conversion Therapy' Ban

The US Supreme Court has ruled against a Colorado law that prohibited 'conversion therapy' for LGBTQ minors, citing free speech rights.

Published 5 days ago • Deutsche Welle English - Top • via dw.com

Senegal Enacts Law Doubling Penalties for Same-Sex Relations

Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has signed a new law that significantly increases the penalties for same-sex relations, reflecting ongoing tensions surrounding LGBTQ rights in the country.

T theguardian.com

Published 5 days ago • The Guardian - UK • via theguardian.com

Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Italy: World Cup Qualifying Playoff

⚽️ Updates from this 7.45pm BST KO at the Bilino Polje Stadium⚽️ Tonight’s live scores | Email ScottBosnia and Herzegovina: Vasilj, Dedic, Muharemovic, Katic, Kolasinac, Bajraktarevic, Sunjic, Basic, Memic, Demirovic, Dzeko.Subs: Hadzikic, Zlomislic, Mujakic, Celik, Tahirovic, Tabakovic, Radeljic, Alajbegovic, Burnic, Hadziahmetovic, Bazdar, Gigovic.Italy: Donnarumma, Mancini, Bastoni, Calafiori, Politano, Barella, Locatelli, Tonali, Dimarco, Kean, Retegui.Subs: Carnesecchi, Meret, Palestra, S... Follow our live build-up with full team news coverage before our text commentary stream of the FIFA decider.

Published 5 days ago • The New Arab - Top • via newarab.com

Pakistan and China Propose Peace Plan for Middle East

Pakistan and China have jointly proposed a five-point plan aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, particularly the war involving Iran.

Published 5 days ago • DW - Top Stories • via dw.com

Local Elections in Serbia Reflect Political Shifts

Recent local elections in Serbia indicate a potential shift in the political landscape, with the ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) facing narrower victories.

T theguardian.com

Published 5 days ago • The Guardian - UK • via theguardian.com

FIFA Confirms Iran's Participation in World Cup Amid Conflict

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed that Iran will participate in the upcoming World Cup and will play their matches in the United States as scheduled, despite ongoing regional conflicts.

Published 5 days ago • Deutsche Welle English - Top • via dw.com

Chinese Propaganda Frames US as Aggressor in Iran Conflict

Chinese state media is portraying the United States as a destabilizing force in the Middle East amid the ongoing Iran war.

Published 5 days ago • Deutsche Welle English - Top • via dw.com

Concerns Grow Over Shark Populations in the Mediterranean

Shark populations along Libya's coast are facing severe threats due to unregulated fishing practices and insufficient enforcement of existing laws.

Published 5 days ago • Deutsche Welle English - Top • via dw.com

Local Elections in Serbia Reflect Political Shifts

Recent local elections in Serbia indicate a potential decline in support for the ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS), as victories were achieved by narrow margins, suggesting a changing political landscape.

A aljazeera.com

Published 5 days ago • Al Jazeera (EN) - All • via aljazeera.com

US Defence Secretary Warns of Decisive Days Ahead in Iran Conflict

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has indicated that the upcoming days will be critical in the ongoing conflict with Iran.

Published 5 days ago • France24 English - Europe • via france24.com

Ukraine Signs Defence Agreements with Gulf Nations

Ukraine has signed significant defence agreements with several Gulf nations, aimed at enhancing military cooperation amid rising threats from Iranian drones.

Published 5 days ago • Deutsche Welle English - Top • via dw.com

Diplomatic Tensions Surrounding the Strait of Hormuz

Diplomatic discussions regarding the Strait of Hormuz are intensifying, with calls for engagement from European leaders and mixed signals from the United States regarding military presence in the region.

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