Dozens of Confederate Monuments Downed in US since Floyd’s Death
Dozens of Confederate monuments across the US have been removed since the death of George Floyd and the discussion of institutional racism it inspired.
Israel Launches New Strikes on Gaza Strip
Israel carried out fresh overnight strikes on the Gaza Strip, in response to the alleged launch of “incendiary balloons” across the border from the Palestinian enclave.
Yemen Flash Floods Took 172 Lives in A Month
Flash floods in Yemen, triggered by torrential rains, have killed at least 172 people, and damaged homes and UNESCO-listed world heritage sites across the country.
Philippines Planning for Russian Vaccine Clinical Trial in October
The Philippines plans to launch clinical trials for a Russian coronavirus vaccine in October, with President Rodrigo Duterte expected to be inoculated as early as May next year.
Trump Planning to Send Masks to Schools
US President Donald Trump announced a plan Wednesday to send 125 million reusable masks to schools throughout the country.
Blaze in North of Los Angeles Prompts Evacuation
A fast-moving brush fire north of Los Angeles prompted mandatory evacuation orders for some 500 homes on Wednesday.
Nearly 600 Families Displaced in Yemen Due to Flooding
Nearly 600 families have been displaced by heavy rains and flooding in one week across Yemen, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) said.
Police Detained 1,000 People in Belarus Election Protests
Police detained over 1,000 people in Belarus during the latest protests against the results of the country's presidential election, officials said Wednesday.
Zarif Condemns US Sanctions on Lebanon after Tragic Blast
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif lashed out at the US government for maintaining the pressure of sanctions on Lebanon even after a recent tragic blast in Beirut.
Lebanese Minister Rejects Bread Crisis in Lebanon
Lebanon is not facing a bread crisis, Caretaker Economy Minister Raoul Nehme said Wednesday, after the country’s only wheat silo was destroyed at the Beirut Port during the explosion.