Thursday · September 17, 2026 Vol. I · No. 259
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World News · Asia

China’s ‘Ethnic Unity’ Law is Already Harming Uyghurs

Government actions that could once be described as regional campaigns are now embedded in national legislation. Restrictions will become easier to expand and harder to challenge.

World News · Middle East

Rights groups say Israeli attack that killed Lebanese journalist an apparent war crime

Amal Khalil was killed and her colleague Zeinab Faraj wounded in an Israeli attack in April; Israel denied targeting the journalists.

World News · United States

Greetings from a wildlife park in central Sri Lanka that's a haven for elephants

At a time of increased conflict between elephants and humans, as elephant habitats are converted to intensive agriculture, the Hurulu Eco Park is a place where the animals can gra…

WORLD NEWS
World News · Russia/Ukraine War

Russian Foreign Ministry Condemns France’s Order to Deport Former RT Journalist

French authorities issued a deportation order last month for Ksenia Fedorova, the former head of state broadcaster RT France.

World News · Africa

DR Congo river boat under quarantine for Ebola after five deaths

The health minister says all the passengers are being screened as a precautionary measure.

World News · Asia

Delhi’s EV Policy Changes the Engine, Not the System

Electric vehicles can reduce pollution and emissions. But underlying issues of preserving car dependence, displacing environmental harm, and workers bearing the costs of a clean f…

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World News · Russia/Ukraine War

Regions Calling: Do Russians Care About Air Raid Alerts?

We asked Russians from seven regions to share how they learn about incoming Ukrainian drones and missiles — and how they respond to them.

World News · Latin America

Livestreamer's murder raises questions over relations between Mexico's creators and cartels

The murder of content creator César Gastélum on Tuesday raises questions about why influencers are coming under attack.

World News · Russia/Ukraine War

West vs. East: This is how Russia will choose

Europe and Asia matter to Russia for very different reasons Read Full Article at RT.com

World News · Europe

Nearly 50 asylum seekers deported under ‘one in one out’ scheme have returned to the UK

Figure raises questions about deal with France despite UK ministers insisting repeat arrivals will be removedAlmost 50 asylum seekers deported using the “one in one out” scheme ha…

World News · United States

Trump administration moves to deregulate Head Start, opening door for sweeping change

It would slim regulation of the 60-year-old anti-poverty program and aim to save money. Advocates worry the changes could undermine the early education program's mission.

World News · Asia

Mongolia’s Fuel Crisis Is a Demand Problem, Not Just a Supply One

The cause of the crisis can be attributed to both external and internal factors, highlighting Mongolia's energy insecurity. The cure might be a path toward transportation electrif…

World News · Asia

How Kazakhstan Wrote Its Security Service Into the AI Business

Largely construed as routine modernization efforts, the KNB’s new responsibilities may not have attracted much scrutiny but they could have significant implications.

World News · United States

How Cambodia became the first Asian country to hit an elusive HIV target

The United Nations has set a goal for near universal HIV diagnosis and treatment for all by 2030. No country in Asia has hit the mark — until this year.

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World News · Russia/Ukraine War

Georgia Investigating Social Media Posts Claiming Mistreatment Against Russian Tourists

Georgia’s State Security Service said foreign-controlled “bot accounts” spread false claims on X boasting about urinating and spitting in food served to Russian tourists.

World News · Asia

Clashes Erupt at Susta Along India-Nepal Border

India and Nepal have settled almost 98 percent of their border. Differences over Kalapani and Susta have proven difficult to resolve.

World News · Europe

Man behind deadly Munich car ramming handed life sentence

Farhad N, who is found guilty of killing two and injuring dozens more, will likely not be released from prison.

World News · Asia

Balochistan Is Now Pakistan’s Most Dangerous Province

July was Balochistan’s most violent month this year. It also overtook Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to emerge as Pakistan’s most volatile province.

World News · Africa

Nigerian security forces free more than 300 hostages in ‘largest single-day recovery’

President hails operation to rescue captives held in dense forests of Kainji Lake national park in north-central regionNigerian security forces have rescued more than 300 abducted…

World News · Russia/Ukraine War

French streamers sentenced over death broadcast

Two French livestreamers have received suspended prison terms for abusing and humiliating a man before his death Read Full Article at RT.com

World News · Asia

US Pacific Command Considers Moving Billions in Planned Infrastructure Out of Micronesia

The U.S. is threatening to pull a $2 billion infrastructure project in Yap. It's second time recently there have been major problems in U.S. defense negotiations with a COFA partn…

World News · Asia

Sheikh Hasina’s Remarks Spark Bangladesh’s Boldest Message to India Yet

Dhaka wants the post-2024 political order to be viewed not only as a domestic transition but also as the basis of a more assertive foreign policy identity.

World News · US/Israel vs Iran War

An Israeli professor lost a prestigious US job offer after speaking out on Gaza. Now the university is paying him $250,000

The University of Minnesota withdrew an offer for Raz Segal to lead its Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies after an organized campaign against his hiringWhen the University…

World News · US/Israel vs Iran War

Trump’s Gaza Board of Peace issues first building contract – for a military base

Exclusive: Louisiana firm awarded tender to build rudimentary outpost to house Moroccan troopsDonald Trump’s Board of Peace, which was set up in January to oversee the reconstruct…