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'Israel Is a Racist Endeavor': Bus Stops Vandalized
The signs were spotted in at least four different central London locations, including one across the road from the Parliament building.
Can Macron Defend Europe From the Nationalist Right?
With nationalism spreading in Europe and allies weakened or gone, France’s Emmanuel Macron is the only leader fighting freely for the ideals that established the European Union. Will the same threats undo him too?
Myanmar Media Defies Generals Over Jailed Journalists
Protests have been taking place across the country.
Hokkaido Earthquake: Several Dead As Rescues Continue
At least two people have died, with the death toll expected to rise.
En Español: Alcaldesa Yulín Cruz Habla Con Newsweek
En entrevista con Newsweek, la alcaldesa de San Juan aborda su futuro político y lo que le depara a la isla después de la catástrofe, a la vez que comparte sus opiniones sobre el Presidente Donald Trump y los esfuerzos de la Agencia Federal para el Manejo de Emergencias (FEMA) en Puerto Rico.
India’s Supreme Court Legalizes Gay Sex
The historic ruling overturned a colonial-era law that made consensual gay sex punishable by up to 10 years in jail.
Burberry Says It Will Stop Burning Extra Stock
Could this mean cheaper scarves and coats are on the horizon?
Israel Reveals Size of War on Iran in Syria
Israel's spy chief said his country "has taken military action more than 200 times within Syria" to target Iran's growing influence there.
Men And Women Banned From Dining Together: New Law
The directive also states that women would not be allowed to visit such establishments past 9 p.m. unless they are accompanied by a spouse or a male relative.
China Uses Cyberespionage to Gain Military Advantage
China is responsible for over 90 percent of cyber-enabled economic espionage in the United States, a report reveals.
Paraguay Moves Embassy Back to Tel Aviv from Jerusalem
“Paraguay wants to contribute to an intensification of regional diplomatic efforts to achieve a broad, fair and lasting peace in the Middle East,” the South American country’s Foreign Minister Luis Alberto Castiglioni said.
Donald Trump Says He Didn’t Want to Kill Assad
President Donald Trump denies saying, “Let’s f***ing kill him!” in response to allegations that Syrian President Bashar al-Assad used chemical weapons last year.
6.6 Earthquake Hits Near Hokkaido, Japan
The earthquake reportedly caused a large landslide and collapsed buildings.
Antifa Activist’s Death Leads to Trial of Far-Right Men
“The death of Clément Méric is a political murder. He was targeted because he was recognized as an anti-fascist activist."
Kim Jong Un Warmly Receives South Officials
With the U.S. stepping back, South Korean President Moon Jae-in has asserted his country’s own role in rare peace talks with North Korea.
Japan Acknowledges First Death Due to Radiation
This is the first death that the Japanese government has acknowledged as being due to radiation from the meltdown.
Russian Feminist Blogger Charged With Inciting Hatred
“This is a blatant case of sexist double standards,” Kalugina said.
Palestinian Journalist Wants to Be Jerusalem Mayor
Aziz Abu Sarah, a journalist and enterpreneur who lost his brother to the conflict, says he wants to be mayor for everyone—Palestinians and Jews alike.
Venezuelan Refugees Granted Easier Access by Neighbors
Many Venezuelans have complained that it has become increasingly difficult to obtain passports and official documents, such as marriage and birth certificates, as their country sinks further into an economic crisis.
Man Shot Nine Seconds After Stabbing Attack
Police say that the suspect, Jawed S, was seen by trained “spotters” when he walked around aimlessly for about 45 minutes before starting his attack.
Trump Keeps False Claim Obama Had Family Separation Law
"People don’t say it, but Obama had the same law that I did, and they separated parents from their children,” Trump said, incorrectly.
'Serial' Season 3: Podcast Returns With New Focus
The latest installment of the hugely popular podcast returns, but unlike seasons one and two, it will tell the stories of multiple cases in one city.
Trump Administration Official Goes to Pakistan
The meeting between Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and new Prime Minister Imran Khan is expected to be tense as officials address terrorism and Afghanistan.
Passengers Sick on Flight From Dubai to NYC
Emirates Flight 203 was quarantined when it landed at JFK Airport on Wednesday morning.
North Korea Wants U.S. to Declare End to Korean War
“If both sides have the political willingness, it is reasonable for them to end the technical state of war on the peninsula first.”
Saudi Arabia to Punish Online Satire With Jail Terms
"Content that ridicules, mocks, provokes and disrupts public order, religious values and public morals" will be punished, the public prosecutor warned.
Woman Ordered Gang Rape Of Her Own Stepdaughter
The woman, 36, instructed her own son, 14, and a few of his teenage friends to rape and murder her stepdaughter.
Man Who Told Teen to Kill Herself Sent to Hard Labor
Moscow postal worker Ilya Sidorov facing three years of hard labor for taking part in the infamous Blue Whale Challenge.
Russian Suspects in Novichok Nerve Agent Attack Named
The U.K. cannot seek an extradition from Russia, but a European arrest warrant has been issued.
Mayor Shot by Gang Was Branded 'Narco' by Duterte
Mariano Blanco, 59, was killed as he slept in his office.