Tag: World
U.S. says pier used for Gaza aid deliveries needs ‘over a week’ of repairs
The U.S.-built temporary pier will be removed from the coast of Gaza to be repaired after getting damaged in rough seas and weather, the Pentagon said Tuesday.
Pope Francis apologizes for using homophobic slur in closed-door meeting
Pope Francis apologized for reportedly using an offensive slur about gay men during a meeting with bishops in Rome.
Papua New Guinea evacuates thousands in path of deadly and ‘unstable’ landslide
Officials said the odds of finding survivors were slim, even as relief teams have trickled into the difficult-to-access northern Enga region of the Pacific nation since Friday.
Papua New Guinea landslide buries thousands, officials say. What to know
Local authorities said more than 2,000 people were buried alive by the landslide in Enga province, more than three times the death toll estimated by the U.N.
Partial injunction granted against pro-Palestinian encampment at UQAM
Superior Court Justice Louis J. Gouin says safety measures need to be put in place urgently at the encampment.
Mexico heat wave: Records shattered, experts warn of hail, whirlwinds
At least a dozen cities in Mexico have already broken records for high temperatures in recent days.
Israel faces new condemnation after deadly Rafah strikes
Israel has faced surging international criticism over its conflict with Hamas, with even some of its closest allies, particularly the U.S., expressing outrage at civilian deaths.
Russia claims NATO members’ support for Ukraine is ‘escalation’ of conflict
'NATO is increasing the degree of escalation,' a Kremlin spokesman said, after NATO's head called for alliance members to alet Ukraine to use Western weapons in Russia.
Unknown N.L. soldier who fought in France over 100 years ago returns home
An unknown soldier from Newfoundland who died in the First World War was returned to St. John's Saturday. He will be officially laid to rest on July 1, Memorial Day.
Cannes Film Festival: Indie ‘Anora’ wins top honour Palme d’Or
Sean Baker is the first American filmmaker to win the Palme d'Or since Terrence Mallick in 2012.
Hundreds feared dead after landslide in remote area of Papua New Guinea
Some villagers and local media reports in the remote and mountainous Enga province said said the death toll might be much higher, but authorities have not confirmed any figures.
A new global pandemic agreement is near. But why can’t countries agree on a plan?
After more than two years of negotiations, rich and poor countries have failed — for now — to come up with a plan for how the world might respond to the next pandemic.
Canada waives fees on permits for Haitian temporary residents
Haitians with temporary resident status in Canada can now apply for a study permit, open work permit or status extension at no cost.
Kabosu, the dog behind the ‘Doge’ meme, has died
Kabosu's bemused expression sparked an internet sensation, spawning countless memes and inspiring one of the most popular cyrptocurrencies.
International Court of Justice orders Israel to halt Rafah operations
The top United Nations court ordered Israel on Friday to immediately halt its military operations in the southern Gaza city of Rafah.