Activists found themselves in a tense standoff with the Israeli military once again. This time, a group of 145 individuals, including doctors, lawmakers, and a European parliament member, attempted to sail to Gaza with supplies. The Israeli military stopped them in the Mediterranean Sea, claiming th
A surprising shift is happening in Qatar's education scene. More students are flocking to this tiny, wealthy nation in the Middle East. They're not just coming for the local colleges. Many are heading to branch campuses of big-name US universities. Schools like Northwestern, Carnegie Mellon, and Geo
In a bold statement, Prime Minister Keir Starmer vowed to tackle antisemitism head-on, following a tragic attack on a synagogue in Manchester. His words came after two lives were lost, leaving the Jewish community in shock and fear. This wasn't just another political promise; it was a direct respons
Europe is exploring creative ways to keep supporting Ukraine's defense efforts, especially as the U. S. signals a potential reduction in its financial aid. One idea gaining traction is the use of frozen Russian assets to create a loan for Ukraine. This loan wouldn't touch the actual money but would
Adrienne Harris, who led the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) for four years, has decided to step down. She expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve and highlighted the department's growth under her leadership. In her final interview, Harris backed the idea of a US-UK crypt
The world is still pushing ahead with climate action, even with the U. S. stepping back. The U. N. special adviser on sustainability, Jeffrey Sachs, shared this at a recent event. He said other countries are not letting the U. S. slow them down. Sachs talked to many world leaders this year, and none
In a bold move, the UK, Australia, and Canada have officially acknowledged Palestine as a state. This decision comes as a response to Israel's actions in Gaza and the ongoing expansion of settlements in the West Bank. The UK's Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, emphasized that this recognition is not an
Countries around the world are starting to officially acknowledge Palestine as a state. This is a big deal because it shows growing support for Palestinian independence and sovereignty. Recently, Britain, Canada, and Australia joined others in recognizing Palestine, aiming to push forward the idea o
In the midst of ongoing conflict, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to meet with U. S. President Donald Trump during the United Nations General Assembly. This meeting comes as Russia continues its aggressive strikes on Ukraine, with recent attacks killing at least three people and injur
Russia's recent aggressive actions have put Poland and its allies on high alert. Early on a Saturday morning, Polish and allied fighter jets were quickly sent up after Russia launched a large-scale air attack on Ukraine, with some strikes happening near the Polish border. This happened just hours a
