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Colombian Properties Meant for Conflict Victims Illegally Occupied by Politicians
The Colombian government has revealed that hundreds of properties intended for victims of the country’s armed conflict were instead acquired by politicians and other influential individuals. These properties were supposed to be part of a restitution process aimed at...

US Supreme Court to Rule on Mexico’s $10 Billion Lawsuit Against American Gun Manufacturers
The US Supreme Court announced on Friday that it will determine whether to block a $10 billion lawsuit filed by the Mexican government against several major American gun manufacturers and distributors. Mexico alleges that these companies, including Colt, Glock, Smith...

DEA Delays Reporting Torture by Latin American Allies, Watchdog Finds
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is under fire from a federal government watchdog for not reporting human rights abuses by its Latin American law enforcement partners in a timely manner. According to a memorandum from the Justice Department’s Office of...

Explosion Near Karachi Airport Kills Two, Injures Ten in Suspected Attack Targeting Chinese Nationals
Karachi, Pakistan – At least two people were killed, and ten others were injured in a massive explosion near Karachi’s international airport on Sunday night. The blast, which local authorities initially believed to be caused by an oil tanker explosion, has now been...

Hurricane Milton Set to Strengthen, Florida Prepares for Landfall
Hurricane Milton, currently gathering strength in the Gulf of Mexico, is expected to intensify into a hurricane as it moves toward Florida. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has warned that Milton could become a major hurricane, threatening Florida's west coast just...

Gang Attack in Haiti Claims 70 Lives, Including Infants
In a devastating act of violence, members of the Gran Grif gang attacked the town of Pont-Sondé in central Haiti on Thursday, leaving at least 70 people dead, including three infants. The United Nations Human Rights Office confirmed the attack, which also resulted in...

Israeli Airstrike Reportedly Hits Beirut, Triggering Explosions Near Airport
Beirut was rocked by a series of explosions today, with reports indicating that an Israeli airstrike targeted an area close to the city’s international airport. The blasts sent plumes of smoke rising over the southern parts of the Lebanese capital, sparking fear and...

Over 100 Individuals Prepare to File New Allegations Against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
More than 100 men and women are preparing to file civil suits against music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs, according to Houston-based attorney Tony Buzbee. During a press conference on Tuesday, Buzbee announced that his firm, The Buzbee Law Firm, along with the AVA Law...

UK Reaffirms Commitment to Falklands Despite Chagos Islands Agreement
The UK has reassured the Falkland Islands that its commitment to their sovereignty remains "unwavering" following a historic deal to hand over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius. This message was delivered by Falkland Islands Governor Alison Blake, aiming to ease...

Rockets Fired from Lebanon as Tensions Escalate in Northern Israel
October 6, 2024 - Tensions in the Middle East have spiked again, as Israel's military reported early Friday that nearly two dozen projectiles were fired from southern Lebanon into northern Israeli territories. This comes amid growing concerns over the ongoing conflict...

Gen Z Calls Out Older Generations in Aruba for Political Inaction
In Aruba, Generation Z is emerging as a powerful force for change, demanding more action on key issues like environmental protection, economic inequality, and social justice. Young Arubans are increasingly criticizing older generations for not doing enough to address...

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Federal Criminal Case Assigned to New Judge
Music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal criminal case, which includes serious allegations of sex trafficking, has been reassigned to a new judge, according to a notice filed in the court docket on Thursday. The case will now be overseen by Judge Arun Subramanian, who...

Lebanese Citizens Flee as Israeli Airstrikes Intensify Amid Escalating Conflict
Lebanon is facing its worst crisis since the 2006 war, as thousands of civilians are fleeing the country following intensified Israeli airstrikes and ground operations targeting Hezbollah. The situation has grown dire in recent weeks, with Israeli forces conducting...

Will Global Warming Bring Hurricanes to Aruba, Curaçao, and Bonaire?
The islands of Aruba, Curaçao, and Bonaire (commonly known as the ABC islands) have historically enjoyed relative safety from hurricanes due to their location just outside the traditional Hurricane Belt. However, with the effects of global warming becoming...

Why Hurricanes in 2023 and 2024 Are Shifting Towards the Atlantic: A Warning for the Caribbean
In the 2023 and 2024 hurricane seasons, meteorologists have observed a noticeable shift in the tracks of hurricanes. Instead of moving westward into the Caribbean, many storms have taken a more northerly route, heading into the open Atlantic. While this shift may seem...
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Hottest January on Record Sparks Climate Breakdown Warnings
The world has experienced its hottest January on record, with global surface air temperatures reaching 13.23°C, surpassing the previous record set in January 2024 by 0.1°C. This alarming increase, measured at 1.75°C above pre-industrial levels, has left scientists...

Mass Atrocities in DRC: Over 150 Female Inmates Raped and Burned to Death During Goma Prison Break
A tragic incident unfolded in Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), where more than 150 female prisoners were raped and burned to death during a violent jailbreak last week, according to the United Nations. The mass escape, reportedly orchestrated by male inmates,...

Four Plead Guilty in €157M Cocaine Seizure from MV Matthew
In a significant legal development, four men have pleaded guilty to drug trafficking charges related to the seizure of 2.25 tonnes of cocaine aboard the MV Matthew, a Panamanian-flagged bulk carrier. The vessel was intercepted in September 2023 off the Irish coast in...

Sweden’s Deadliest Mass Shooting: 11 Killed in Attack at Campus Risbergska
Örebro, Sweden – Sweden has been left in shock after a mass shooting at Campus Risbergska in Örebro resulted in 11 deaths, including the suspected gunman. Authorities have confirmed that the attacker, a 35-year-old man, acted alone in what is now considered the...

Shein, Temu, and Amazon Haul Face Price Hikes as U.S. Closes Trade Loophole
Washington, D.C. – Shoppers relying on ultra-cheap deals from Shein, Temu, and Amazon Haul may soon see price increases as the U.S. government shuts down a major trade loophole that previously allowed duty-free imports from China. The decision, part of a broader...