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time.com
1 week ago
Europe politics

House Rejects Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's Effort to Remove Speaker Johnson From Office

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's attempt to oust Speaker Mike Johnson failed, showing bipartisan support for Johnson amidst chaos. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
1 week ago
Europe politics

Who is John Swinney, Scotland's new first minister after Humza Yousaf quit?

John Swinney, a mild-mannered veteran politician, has been appointed as the leader of the Scottish National Party amid political turmoil. [ more ]
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www.dw.com
16 hours ago
France politics

New Caledonia: Australia, NZ send planes to rescue tourists DW 05/21/2024

International response to violent unrest in New Caledonia. Evacuation efforts by Australia and New Zealand amid political turmoil. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 day ago
US Elections

South Africa's Highest Court Says Jacob Zuma Can't Run in Election

The Constitutional Court of South Africa barred former President Jacob Zuma from the upcoming election due to a past criminal conviction, impacting the country's political landscape. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 week ago
Europe news

Armenia detains scores of Azerbaijan land deal protesters DW 05/13/2024

Protests in Armenia over land concessions to Azerbaijan.
Opposition parties aiming for impeachment against Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan.
Land concessions are to secure peace deal after years of conflicts. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago
Europe politics

Scotland's leader resigns after conflicts over climate change, gender identity weakened government

Scotland's first minister resigned, triggering a leadership contest amid party challenges, exacerbated by coalition disagreements over climate change goals. [ more ]
Washington Post
3 weeks ago
Europe politics

Spanish leader Sanchez to stay in power after resignation drama

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez decided to stay in office despite political turmoil, addressing the polarization and decay of discourse in modern politics. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Europe politics

Humza Yousaf vows to stay on as Scottish first minister

Humza Yousaf refuses to resign amidst leadership speculation, facing no-confidence vote; aims to win confidence with support from SNP and ex-minister. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago
Europe politics

Under-pressure Scottish leader cancels major speech as confidence vote in his government looms

Scotland's First Minister faces political turmoil after pulling out of power-sharing agreement, risking early elections and potential resignation. [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
New York City

A Puzzling Move by a Political Survivor Grips Spain

A wave of political turmoil engulfed Spain as Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez contemplates resigning amidst allegations against his wife. [ more ]
Truthout
3 weeks ago
Europe politics

Dozens of Dems Say They'll Vote Against Motion to Vacate Speaker Mike Johnson

Democrats may support Mike Johnson to prevent his removal as Speaker of the House amidst Republican turmoil. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
Europe politics

'I am not resigning': Johnson at risk as he forges ahead on Ukraine, Israel aid

House Speaker Mike Johnson facing potential ousting over proposal to split foreign aid package into separate bills. [ more ]
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www.npr.org
1 month ago
Music

Ethiopian singer Muluken Melesse dies at 73

Muluken Melesse's songs brought hope and comfort during Ethiopia's political turmoil in the 1970s and 80s. [ more ]
Pitchfork
2 months ago
Music

Emahoy Tsegue-Maryam Guebrou: Souvenirs

Emahoy Tsegué-Maryam Guèbrou's music was a form of resistance and support for her community.
The posthumous album Souvenirs captures Emahoy's rare vocal performances in response to political turmoil. [ more ]
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Intelligencer
1 month ago
Law

Kari Lake Pretends Not to Know Abortion Law She Very Specifically Endorsed

Arizona reinstated a draconian 1864 abortion law after the state's Supreme Court ruling, causing turmoil among Republicans.
Arizona's conservative-majority Supreme Court, influenced by new Republican appointments, overturned Roe v. Wade's nullification, shifting abortion legality. [ more ]
#haiti
www.france24.com
1 month ago
France politics

France to charter evacuation flights for citizens stranded in Haiti

France providing special flights for citizens in Haiti amid political chaos
Embassy in Port-au-Prince working to support French community [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
Social justice

Thousands of inmates escape prison amid deepening Haiti violence

At least 12 people dead in gang attacks on prisons.
Gangs targeting Prime Minister Ariel Henry in violent incidents. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Europe politics

Hester row and Anderson defection have left Sunak weaker than ever

No. 10 delayed condemning racist remarks by Tory mega-donor
Tory MPs concerned about Sunak's leadership abilities [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Sunak meets head of top Tory committee amid Diane Abbott racism row

Rishi Sunak met with 1922 Committee amid racist comments about Diane Abbott
Conservative Party in turmoil over offensive remarks by donor about Diane Abbott [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
Digital life

Internet: Pakistan's new political battleground

Internet disruptions are hindering Pakistan's digital economy expansion.
Pakistan has a history of internet blackouts during political turmoil. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Europe politics

Imran Khan claims victory in Pakistan poll but military might have final say

Imran Khan's political party, PTI, intends to form the next government in Pakistan despite opposition efforts to form a coalition.
PTI won the most seats in the election but did not secure a simple majority, leading to political turmoil and uncertainty. [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Europe news

Friday Briefing

Israel's military claims that Hamas militants are firing rockets from humanitarian zones in Gaza, but this has not been independently verified.
The UN has opposed the concept of 'safe zones' in Gaza, instead advocating for civilians to seek shelter in protected buildings like schools and hospitals. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Books

Booker prize winning Prophet Song is a novel written to jolt the reader awake | Justine Jordan

Prophet Song is a timely and urgent novel that addresses global strife and political forces.
The story explores one woman's struggle to protect her family amidst rising chaos.
The novel highlights the reality of political violence and the rise of the far right in Europe. [ more ]
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New York Post
5 months ago
London politics

Pakistan's top court accepts former PM Imran Khan's plea for bail

Pakistan's Supreme Court accepted former Prime Minister Imran Khan's bail application
Khan is hoping to secure release from jail and lead his party in the upcoming general election [ more ]
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