This Saturday, thousands of Colombians took to the streets of Bogotá and 17 other cities across the country to express their opposition to the reforms proposed by President Gustavo Petro. The day of protest, organized by social organizations and opposition parties,...
Haiti and the Dominican Republic Begin Dialogue Amid Tensions
Haiti has taken an initial step toward dialogue with the Dominican Republic in an effort to improve strained bilateral relations. Jean-Victor Harvel, Haiti's new Foreign Minister, held a meeting with Dominican Ambassador to Haiti, Faruk Miguel Castillo, in the Haitian...
Inferno in Manila’s Isla Puting Bato Displaces Thousands
A massive fire engulfed Isla Puting Bato, a crowded shanty town in Tondo, Manila, on Sunday, leaving nearly 8,000 people homeless and destroying over 1,000 stilt houses. The fire began around 8 a.m. and raged for almost eight hours before being declared under control...
Netanyahu Faces Arrest Following ICC Warrant for Alleged War Crimes
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. The charges stem from alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity during Israel’s military operations in Gaza...
Methanol Poisoning Tragedy in Laos Shakes Tourism Industry
Vang Vieng, Laos, a renowned destination for backpackers, has been plunged into crisis following a suspected methanol poisoning incident that has claimed the lives of six tourists from four countries. Authorities are investigating after travelers consumed contaminated...
Dozens Killed in Israeli Strikes Across Lebanon Amid Escalating Conflict with Hezbollah
Beirut, Lebanon — Dozens of people were killed this weekend in Israeli airstrikes across Lebanon, marking a severe escalation in hostilities between Israel and the militant group Hezbollah. Among the dead were 29 people, including families, in Beirut’s Basta district...
ICC Issues Arrest Warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu: Implications and Reactions
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Alongside Netanyahu, former Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and senior Hamas...
Dutch Border Police Stop Nearly 500 Illegal Entries in 2024 Amid Rising Migration Concerns
Dutch border police have intercepted 497 individuals attempting to enter the Netherlands illegally by road from January through October this year. These checks, conducted at crossings with Germany and Belgium, are part of ongoing efforts to address rising migration...
Putin Updates Nuclear Doctrine Amid Rising Tensions Over Ukraine Conflict
Russian President Vladimir Putin has amended his country’s nuclear doctrine in response to the Biden administration’s decision to allow Ukraine to target Russian territory with U.S.-made missiles. The updated policy signals a lower threshold for nuclear weapon use,...
Citgo Auction Heats Up as Creditors Push for New Bids
The court auction for shares in PDV Holding, parent company of Citgo Petroleum, has hit a roadblock as creditors challenge a $7.3 billion bid from Amber Energy, an affiliate of Elliott Investment Management. The auction, aimed at resolving Venezuela’s $21.3 billion...