A former Peruvian president, known for his humble beginnings, has been given a significant prison term. Pedro Castillo, once called the \"president of the poor, \" was sentenced to over 11 years in prison. This was for his attempt to shut down Congress and rule without their approval. Castillo, a f
A devastating fire in a Hong Kong apartment building has left at least 55 people dead and nearly 300 missing. This tragedy comes at a time when Beijing's control over Hong Kong is already under scrutiny. The city has seen significant political changes since the 2019 pro-democracy protests, with elec
Washington, D. C. , is about to see a big change. Mayor Muriel Bowser has decided not to run for another term. This is a huge deal because it's been a while since the city has had a mayoral race without an incumbent. Bowser has been in office since 2015. Before that, she spent over ten years in loc
On a recent Saturday, the Yale University campus buzzed with excitement. The 141st football showdown between Harvard and Yale was about to kick off. Fans, both young and old, gathered for a lively tailgate party. The air was filled with laughter, music, and the smell of grilled food. People wore tea
In Serbia's capital, Belgrade, a large group of people recently marched against violence aimed at university students. This march happened on the same day last year when pro-government supporters attacked drama students during a protest. That attack led to widespread student strikes and daily rallie
Immigration enforcement actions have moved from Raleigh to Charlotte, causing a mix of fear and reactions. Federal agents have been active in the Charlotte area, leading to over 250 arrests. This shift follows earlier operations in Raleigh, where businesses closed, and schools saw lower attendance a
Federal agents from Customs and Border Protection (CBP) made their presence known in parts of North Carolina, sparking reactions and concerns among residents. Initially, it was reported that these agents would focus their immigration enforcement efforts in Raleigh. However, plans changed quickly, an
Cristina Rojas, a new U. S. citizen, has hit pause on her bakery in Charlotte. The Batchmaker is temporarily closed, not because of a lack of customers, but because of fear. Rojas became a citizen just this year, but that hasn't stopped her from feeling the chill of the current immigration climate.
Bangladesh's former prime minister, Sheikh Hasina, has been handed a death sentence. This comes after a trial where she was accused of serious crimes during student protests. The protests started over job quotas but grew into a bigger movement against her government. Over 1, 400 people died during t
Mexico saw a wave of protests led by young people, known as Generation Z, after a mayor's shocking murder. These protests happened in many cities, including Mexico City, where things got intense. A small group of protesters, some wearing hoods, took down fences near the president's home. Police resp
