U.N. Sees ‘Human Rights Abyss’ in Myanmar as Military Kills Civilians
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U.N. Says Israeli War in Gaza Has ‘Catastrophic Consequences’ for Children
Israel has long blamed Hamas for civilian and children deaths, arguing that the militant group uses innocent people as human shields.2 hours ago - Israel -
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Doctors overwhelmed by blast injuries as civilian impact of device explosions sparks outcry
BEIRUT — Hospitals in Lebanon are packed with people whose hands and eyes have been dealt serious injuries.6 hours ago -
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Jailed Cuban dissident leader wins Norwegian human rights award
The Rafto prize was given to Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara for his “fearless opposition to authoritarianism through art.”9 hours ago -
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A U.N.-chartered plane was damaged in an Islamist attack in Mali
A plane that was used for humanitarian work by the World Food Program was damaged during an Islamist attack in the capital of Mali, according to the South African aviation company that owns the plane12 hours ago -
Wired - Tech
Palmer Luckey Is Bringing Anduril Smarts to Microsoft’s Military Headset
The founder of Oculus VR is returning to headsets—this time for the battlefield.19 hours ago -
The New York Times - World
U.N. Body Demands Israel End Its ‘Unlawful Presence in the Occupied Palestinian Territory’
Nearly two-thirds of the U.N. General Assembly voted in favor of a nonbinding resolution calling for Israel to end its occupation within a year. The United States was among the opposition.21 hours ago - Israel -
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How the U.S. Coast Guard defies the military recruitment slump
Amid a slump in recruiting for the U.S. Armed Forces, the U.S. Coast Guard for the first time since 2007 has met its recruitment goals for its active-duty workforce, the reserves and officers. CBS ...23 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Death toll in Lebanon walkie-talkie explosions rises to 20, with more than 450 injured – Middle East crisis live
Rising number of deaths comes as White House says US not involved in wave of explosions ‘in any way’. Local Palestinian media is reporting that a 17-year-old child has been killed by Israeli ...Yesterday -
The New York Times - World
What Is JNIM, the Al Qaeda Affiliate Claiming Attacks in Mali?
An extremist group that claims allegiance to Al Qaeda said it was responsible for assaults on a military police school and an air base in the West African country of Mali.Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
Israel’s double-punch humiliation of Hezbollah is a dance on the edge of an abyss
Tactical daring keeps Netanyahu on the front foot but risks lurch into full-blown war. Explosions linked to walkie-talkies kill at least 14 in fresh Lebanon attack Middle East crisis – latest ...Yesterday - Israel -
The Guardian - World
Walkie-talkie blasts: attacks on Hezbollah kill 20 as Israel says military focus shifting north
Twenty killed and at least 450 injured in cities across Lebanon a day after exploding pagers killed 12. Analysis: Pager and walkie-talkie attacks were audacious and carefully planned A new ...Yesterday - Israel -
The Guardian - World
‘Sophisticated evil’: Beirut medics and civilians horrified by pager attacks
People describe panic when explosions started and ‘apocalyptic’ scenes inside hospitals overwhelmed by injured patients. Two beeps and a pause was the only warning Yusuf got. He turned around to ...Yesterday -
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Have we reached peak human?
Our evolutionary position as the smartest and most creative brains on planet earth is likely to be challenged by AI in the very near future.Yesterday -
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Ukrainian drones strike a major military depot in a Russian town northwest of Moscow
Ukrainian drones have struck a large military depot in a town deep inside Russia overnight, causing a huge blaze and prompting the evacuation of residentsYesterday - Ukraine -
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Inflation hangs over the Fed as it prepares to cut interest rates
The challenge: Keep interest rates low enough for the U.S. economy to expand, but not so low as to overheat labor markets.Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
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Ukraine launches "massive drone attack" on military depot deep in Russia
Russia said it was working to repel a Ukrainian drone attack on Toropets, where there's a major military depot, as explosions lit up the night.Yesterday - Ukraine -
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U.S. moves soldiers to Alaska island amid Russian military activity
Eight Russian military planes and four navy vessels, including two submarines, have come close to Alaska in the past week.Yesterday - Russia -
The New York Times - World
U.N. Sees ‘Human Rights Abyss’ in Myanmar as Military Kills Civilians
Three years after the military staged a coup, intensifying a civil war, civilians continue to pay the price, according to a coming United Nations report.Yesterday -
NBC News - Politics
Harris targets digital ads spotlighting her words about 'human suffering in Gaza'
Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign is running new digital spots targeting voters in heavily Arab American neighborhoods in the Detroit area, emphasizing Harris’ saying she “will ...Yesterday -
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Crew of Polaris Dawn mission recalls the 'sensory overload' of all-civilian spacewalk
In an exclusive interview, the four Polaris Dawn crew members opened up about seeing the planet from orbit and conducting the first all-civilian spacewalk.2 days ago -
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ESPN - Sports
Brady, Birmingham City get bragging rights in celebrity derby against Wrexham
Tom Brady's Birmingham City were able to get bragging rights in their win against Wrexham in the latest encounter of the teams with celebrity owners.2 days ago -
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Georgian parliament approves law curbing LGBTQ rights
Georgian lawmakers approved the third and final reading of a law on “family values and the protection of minors” that would impose sweeping curbs on LGBTQ rights.2 days ago -
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Extremists attack a military training camp in Mali's capital and authorities close its airport
Mali's army says extremists attacked military training camp as explosions were heard in the area2 days ago -
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Right to WFH boosts productivity, Labour says
Firms should "judge people on outcomes, not presenteeism", Jonathan Reynolds insists.2 days ago -
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Casualties in Myanmar push Southeast Asia's death toll from Typhoon Yagi past 500
State media in Myanmar reported that floods and landslides triggered by last week’s Typhoon Yagi and seasonal monsoon rains have claimed at least 226 lives, with 77 people missing2 days ago -
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Floods and landslides in Myanmar caused by Typhoon Yagi and monsoon rains have killed at least 226, state media say
Floods and landslides in Myanmar caused by Typhoon Yagi and monsoon rains have killed at least 226, state media say2 days ago -
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Armed men strike military school in Mali capital
Gunshots have been ringing out in Bamako but the authorities now say the situation is under control.2 days ago -
ABC News - World
Hard-right Dutch coalition will lay out priorities as leaders bicker
A speech by the Dutch king to lawmakers is laying out the new government’s policy plans for the coming year2 days ago - Netherlands -
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Explosions heard in Mali’s capital; army says a military training camp was attacked
Explosions heard in Mali’s capital; army says a military training camp was attacked2 days ago -
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Floods and mudslides kill more than 200 in Myanmar
The storm has killed more than 500 people in northern Vietnam, Laos, Thailand and Myanmar.2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
The cement company that paid millions to Isis: was Lafarge complicit in crimes against humanity?
The French cement giant started operating in Syria just before the civil war erupted. When Islamic State took over the region, Lafarge paid them protection money so it could keep trading. The ...2 days ago