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A Small Boat, a Vast Sea and a Desperate Escape From Russia February 1, 2023
In September, two men set out from Russia, hoping a boat could carry them to asylum on U.S. soil. Their quest for freedom did not go as planned.
The College Board Strips Down Its A.P. Curriculum for African American Studies February 2, 2023
The official course looks different from a previous draft: No more critical race theory, and the study of contemporary topics — like Black Lives Matter — is optional.
Inside the College Board’s Revised African American Studies Curriculum February 2, 2023
A guide to some changes in the curriculum, and how the new course differs from standard treatments of Black history in American high schools.
DeSantis Takes On the Education Establishment, and Builds His Brand February 1, 2023
A proposal by Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida to overhaul higher education would mandate courses in Western civilization, eliminate diversity programs and reduce the protections of tenure.
Window Stickers to Prevent Bird Strikes Only Work One Way February 2, 2023
Every year, hundreds of millions of birds die in the United States from flying into glass. New research shows how to prevent some of those deaths.
Encouraging Economic Signs February 2, 2023
New data suggests a promising possibility for the economy — that the U.S. avoids big job losses.
She Took On Atlanta’s Gangs. Now She May Be Coming For Trump. February 2, 2023
Fani Willis’s aggressive tactics have sparked criticism — and won over voters. What do they tell us about how she might prosecute the former president?
Egg Shortages Are Driving Demand for Raise-at-Home Chickens February 2, 2023
People are snapping up chickens that are “heavy layers” in response to egg inflation. The chick situation holds lessons about the broader economy.

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Help world’s poor as well as Ukraine, say faith charities as pope visits South Sudan February 2, 2023
An open letter, backed by opinion poll, urges the UK to restore aid budget on eve of a three-day ‘pilgrimage for peace’ in the east African countryThe British government’s financial support for Ukraine must not be at the cost of aid to other areas of the world in crisis, three faith-based charities have warned, on the eve of an unprecedented joint pilgrimage […]
Nearly 14,000 Nigerians take Shell to court over devastating impact of pollution February 2, 2023
People from Niger delta areas of Ogale and Bille seeking justice in London’s high courtNearly 14,000 people from two Nigerian communities are seeking justice in the high court in London against the fossil fuel giant Shell, claiming it is responsible for devastating pollution of their water sources and destruction of their way of life.The individuals from the […]
Wagner mercenaries sustain losses in fight for Central African Republic gold February 2, 2023
Russian fighters clash with rebels as Kremlin tries to extend power in mineral rich countryRussian mercenaries from the Wagner Group have sustained heavy casualties in a new surge of fighting between government troops and rebels over the control of lucrative goldmines in Central African Republic (CAR).The clashes come amid increasing instability in the anarc […]
‘Suspicious death’ of Rwandan journalist prompts calls for investigation January 31, 2023
Two weeks on from the death of government critic John Williams Ntwali, police have failed to answer questions over the alleged road accident in which they say he was killedCalls are growing for an investigation into the apparent accidental death two weeks ago of a prominent Rwandan journalist and government critic.John Williams Ntwali, a regular critic of th […]
Violence in Nigeria risks derailing forthcoming presidential elections January 31, 2023
At least 50 attacks against staff and facilities of the electoral commission have been recorded between 2019 election and end of 2022Routine violence in south-east Nigeria including attacks on the offices of the electoral commission threatens to derail next month’s presidential elections, experts have said.At least 50 attacks by armed groups against staff an […]
Eight people shot dead at birthday party in South Africa January 30, 2023
Sunday’s attack in Eastern Cape province highlights country’s problems with violent crimeEight people were killed and three others wounded when gunmen opened fire at a birthday party in South Africa’s Eastern Cape province, local officials said. Continue reading...
Haitian cops are poorly paid and outgunned – and part of the problem February 2, 2023
The country’s police force is in revolt after the government failed to protect them from criminal gangs that have overrun the countryMasked men raced around Port-au-Prince on motorbikes, firing their guns into the air, blocking major roads with burning tyres and bringing the Haitian capital to a standstill.At one stage, the rioters flooded into the airport, […]
Mexico zoo chief accused of ordering pygmy goats to be killed and cooked for party February 2, 2023
Authorities claim animals in the zoo in city of Chilpancingo were sold, traded or eaten under orders of former directorThe former director of a zoo in southern Mexico killed four of the zoo’s pygmy goats and served them up at a Christmas-season party, authorities have alleged.“These four animals [were] slaughtered and cooked on the zoo’s premises, and were s […]

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The former senior lieutenant tells the BBC he witnessed the mistreatment of prisoners.
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US secures deal on Philippines bases to complete arc around China February 2, 2023
Washington now has more access to Philippines military bases facing the South China Sea and Taiwan.
Qatargate: Two MEPs lose immunity in corruption case February 2, 2023
Marc Tarabella and Andrea Cozzolino deny wrongdoing as a scandal rocks the European Parliament.
Pakistan mosque blast: Bomber used police uniform as disguise, official says February 2, 2023
CCTV footage reveals the movements of the man who blew up a mosque on Monday.
George Pell: Mourners and protesters clash at cardinal's Sydney funeral February 2, 2023
Australia's highest-ranking Catholic was accused of failing to tackle child sex abuse in the Church.
Boeing 747: Last plane delivered in regal send-off February 2, 2023
After 50 years in production, the last of the iconic planes to be built flies a crown-shaped route.
Ukraine EU membership: No short cuts on joining, officials warn ahead of summit February 2, 2023
Top EU officials are heading to the Ukrainian capital as Kyiv aims to join the union in two years.

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