The student government at the CUNY Graduate Center has approved a resolution to boycott the use of student activity fees to purchase goods that support or benefit from the US-backed Israeli occupation of Palestine. Critics have criticized this move as antisemitic and illegal. The list of boycotted items includes Sabra brand hummus, Starbucks coffee, food … Read more
Spread across a chain of thousands of islands between Asia and Australia, Indonesia has the world’s largest Muslim population and South East Asia’s biggest economy. Ethnically it is highly diverse, with more than 300 local languages. The people range from rural hunter-gatherers to a modern urban elite. Sophisticated kingdoms existed before the arrival of the … Read more
Negotiations for a possible Gaza ceasefire and hostage release agreement are expected to restart in Doha in the coming days, according to officials from the US, Israel, and Qatar. A spokesperson for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu mentioned that an Israeli delegation will be heading to Qatar on Sunday. It remains uncertain if Hamas has … Read more
You may be aware that passports have changed since the UK left the European Union (EU), but you might be wondering if your old burgundy passport can still be used for travel. As with anything concerning your passport, it is crucial that you check if it is fine to use before you arrive at the … Read more
The economy and healthcare are two of the top concerns for voters in this election cycle, and both tickets have promised to lower healthcare costs. When she introduced her economic agenda earlier this year, Vice President Harris indicated she would continue what the Biden administration has begun when it comes to making healthcare affordable. That … Read more
Three journalists have been killed in an Israeli airstrike on a building housing reporters in south-eastern Lebanon, witnesses have informed the BBC. The attack targeted a guesthouse in a compound in Hasbaya utilized by over a dozen journalists from at least seven media organizations – with a courtyard containing cars clearly labeled “press”. The three … Read more
Getty Images From left to right: Putin, Modi, and Xi Jinping at a meeting in 2019 – Brics’ original members continue to offer benefits for India For years, Western critics have dismissed Brics as a relatively inconsequential entity. But this past week, at its annual summit in Russia, the group triumphantly showcased just how far … Read more
Promising the city’s best happy hour and Deansgate’s largest dance floor, it delivers groovy vibes, affordable drinks, and an unforgettable atmosphere. On arrival, you are greeted by a team of roller skate dancers, instantly setting the tone for your journey back to 1980s Miami. Known for its playful interiors, you are greeted by bright neon … Read more
“On Friday (October 25, 2024), the BSF and police launched a search operation to monitor suspicious activities in the border areas of Jammu and Kashmir’s Samba district,” officials said. The search operation comes in the backdrop of spate of terror attacks in the Kashmir valley. Officials said the joint search operation by the Border Security … Read more
Screenshot of the fake X post, captured on October 24, 2024 The same video was also shared on TikTok and its Chinese version, Douyin. Screenshots of the false claim that circulated on Douyin, captured on October 25, 2024 It was shared after Pyongyang blew up roads and railways linking it to the South (archived link). … Read more