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Saint Lucia court strikes down laws punishing gay sex, rights groups say

Saint Lucia legalizes same-sex relations after court ruling, say rights advocates

In a landmark decision celebrated by human rights organizations, a court in Saint Lucia has reportedly nullified legislation that criminalized consensual same-sex relations. According to advocacy groups following the case, the ruling marks a pivotal moment for LGBTQ+ rights in the Caribbean island nation and signals a broader trend toward dismantling colonial-era laws still in place across the region.The lawsuit presented to the High Court contested the sections of the Criminal Code that punished activities labelled as "gross indecency" and "buggery" — archaic words once used to refer to consensual sexual relations between men. These laws, leftovers from British colonial…
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Flooding kills at least 38 as Beijing region gets almost a year's worth of rain

Flooding kills at least 38 as Beijing region endures nearly a year’s rainfall

Severe flooding has devastated areas in and around Beijing, leading to significant loss of life and widespread disruption. According to local authorities, at least 38 people have died as a result of the extreme weather, which brought rainfall levels close to what the region typically receives over an entire year. The disaster marks one of the most intense flooding events in recent memory for the Chinese capital and its surrounding provinces.Triggered by a powerful storm system that stalled over northern China, the deluge caused rivers to overflow, neighborhoods to submerge, and critical infrastructure to buckle under pressure. Roads became rivers,…
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Trump announces plan to lift Argentina visa restrictions in support of right-wing Milei

Trump plans to end Argentina visa hurdles to help right-wing Milei

El ex presidente de los Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, ha presentado una iniciativa para eliminar las restricciones de visa para los ciudadanos argentinos, mostrando su respaldo al liderazgo conservador del presidente de Argentina, Javier Milei. Este anuncio se produce en un momento políticamente delicado, reafirmando la alineación de Trump con figuras populistas de pensamiento similar en el extranjero y señalando un cambio en las prioridades de las relaciones entre Estados Unidos y Argentina.Trump's plan indicates a major change in policy: offering Argentina better terms for travel and immigration to the United States. Although detailed information is still coming to light,…
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Six killed in Bangkok market after gunman opens fire

Six people shot dead in Bangkok market attack

A sense of shock and mourning has gripped Bangkok after a shooting incident at a bustling local market resulted in the deaths of six individuals. The tragic event unfolded in a typically lively commercial area, now marked by grief and unanswered questions about the motive behind the violence.Eyewitnesses narrate an abrupt outbreak of disorder as shots echoed, causing merchants and buyers to rush for cover. The market, recognized for its constant flow of visitors and communal engagement, swiftly turned into a chaotic scene when the assault occurred. Onlookers mentioned hearing several gunshots in rapid sequence, succeeded by the wail of…
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Protests expected as Trump heads to Scotland for five-day visit

Scotland braces for protests as Trump arrives for five-day visit

Former U.S. President Donald Trump is set to arrive in Scotland for a five-day trip that is drawing both international attention and a wave of anticipated protests. The visit, which includes stops at several of his properties in the country, comes at a time of heightened political tension and public debate over his ongoing influence in American and global politics.Trump's travel plans reportedly involve time spent at his golf resorts in Turnberry and Aberdeen, locations that have been central to his business interests in the United Kingdom for more than a decade. While the visit is being framed by his…
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Russia lifts lid on secretive drone factory as satellite images reveal rapid expansion at key site

Key Russian drone factory sees rapid expansion revealed by satellite images

Un sitio industrial con altos niveles de seguridad en Rusia, que antes se mantenía en secreto, ahora está captando atención internacional debido a una transformación significativa y rápida. Imágenes satelitales recientes revelan grandes esfuerzos de expansión en una instalación que se cree es clave para el programa de fabricación de drones del país, mientras que funcionarios rusos han permitido al mismo tiempo una rara vista al interior de la planta, una acción que ha sorprendido a analistas de defensa y observadores geopolíticos.The location, situated within the Alabuga Special Economic Zone in the Republic of Tatarstan, seems to be experiencing significant…
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Deportation flights from ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ begin as Florida vows a ‘surge’ of immigration arrests

Florida starts deportation flights from ‘Alligator Alcatraz’, plans surge in immigration arrests

Florida has commenced deportation flights from a freshly opened detention center positioned far inside the state, as an element of a larger plan to enhance immigration control. This center, occupying a secluded site formerly utilized as a juvenile correctional facility and informally known as “Alligator Alcatraz” due to its remoteness and encircling wetlands, is now pivotal to the state’s new initiatives to address unauthorized immigration.The introduction of these flights represents a major change in how Florida manages immigration procedures. State leaders have committed to enhancing apprehension and deportation activities in the forthcoming months, pointing to issues related to border protection…
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Russia and Ukraine agree prisoner swap, but little other progress in Istanbul talks

Russia and Ukraine settle on prisoner swap, Istanbul talks see few advances

A fresh exchange of prisoners between Russia and Ukraine has been completed, offering a rare sign of cooperation between the two nations despite the broader lack of progress in formal negotiations. While the release of detainees has been welcomed by both sides, the wider talks held in Istanbul remain largely stalled, with few signs of a significant diplomatic breakthrough.The exchange of prisoners represents one of the rare points of agreement between Moscow and Kyiv since the extensive conflict began. In this most recent swap, both nations returned multiple individuals who had been imprisoned. Such exchanges typically involve military members and…
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Macron says France to recognize a Palestinian state

Macron pledges France to recognize Palestinian state

President Emmanuel Macron of France has announced his nation’s plan to acknowledge the State of Palestine, joining France with an expanding international initiative that backs Palestinian independence. This statement indicates a wider change in worldwide diplomacy, as global leaders face increased pressure to tackle the enduring Israeli-Palestinian dispute with increased urgency.Macron’s remarks provide some of the strongest evidence so far that France might soon align with other European and Global South countries in formally recognizing Palestine as an independent nation. While no exact schedule was offered, Macron’s declaration indicates that the question is not "if" but "when" France will grant…
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Political exiles fleeing Bukele's crackdown in El Salvador say 'history is repeating itself'

El Salvador’s political exiles flee Bukele’s crackdown, fearing ‘history is repeating itself’

In recent years, El Salvador has drawn international attention not only for its sweeping security policies but also for an exodus of political figures and activists who claim they are no longer safe in their homeland. As the government tightens its grip under President Nayib Bukele, many of those who once played key roles in public life are seeking refuge abroad, citing concerns that the country is moving dangerously close to repeating dark chapters of its history.Esta creciente ola de exilio político refleja una profunda inquietud sobre el rumbo del gobierno en El Salvador. Aunque el discurso oficial destaca el…
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