Magnitude 7.7 earthquake hits Indonesia, causing damage and deaths
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Indonesia early Saturday, killing at least five people and damaging buildings in the East Nusa Tenggara province, according to officials.
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Morocco Boosts Ceuta Security Amid Rising Migrant Crossings
Morocco has increased security in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta by installing new barbed wire and deploying more police, according to Al Jazeera.
Yemen’s government says Houthi attack on al-Makha kills at least four
Yemen’s internationally recognized government says at least four people were killed in a Houthi attack on the Red Sea port city of al-Makha on Friday, according to Al Jazeera.
Aerial Video Reveals 2,000 sq km Oil Spill Off Oman
A potential environmental disaster is unfolding off Oman, where a grounded tanker is leaking sanctioned Russian crude oil in a protected marine area, according to Al Jazeera.
José De Abreu: From Football to Criminal Convictions
A former Brazilian military police officer, Antonio Jose De Abreu Vidal Filho, was arrested in New Hampshire on August 14, 2024, after being convicted of 11 murders in Brazil's 2015 Curio Massacre.
One year on, Gaza mourns journalist Anas al-Sharif’s death
One year after his death, Palestinians and press freedom advocates are mourning the loss of journalist Anas al-Sharif, who was killed in an Israeli air strike in Gaza, according to Al Jazeera.
Lebanon Urges Timetable for Israeli Withdrawal as Tensions Rise
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam has called for a clear timetable for Israel's withdrawal from Lebanese territory, according to a statement from his office.
Dozens Injured, Thousands Evacuated in Croatia Wildfire
At least one person has died and around 40 others have been injured after a severe wildfire tore through cities on Croatia's coastline on Thursday night and Friday morning, according to BBC.
Art Offers Young Gaza Survivors a Lifeline Amid War
Amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza, art is providing young survivors with solace and a means of emotional expression. According to an article from Al Jazeera, 16-year-old Maryam uses drawing to escape the devastation of Israel’s war.
Woman Charged with Vandalism of World War II Memorial
A woman has been charged with two felonies for vandalizing the World War II Memorial in Washington, DC, according to the US Attorney for the District of Columbia.
Former Mexican Governor Charged in 2014 Student Disappearance Case
The former governor of Guerrero state in Mexico has been formally charged over his alleged involvement in the disappearance of 43 students in 2014, according to The Guardian.
Canadian Plasma Clinics Pause After Two Donor Deaths
A chain of private plasma donation clinics in Canada has paused collections following the deaths of two donors and a government investigation into potential unsafe practices, according to Health Canada.
At Least 44 Dead After Overcrowded Ferry Capsizes on Lake Kariba
At least 44 people have died after an overcrowded ferry capsized on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe, according to police.
French Ambassador to CAR Investigated Over Claims He Hosted Dozens of Women
France has opened disciplinary proceedings against its ambassador to Central African Republic over allegations of misconduct, according to The Guardian.
American Missionary Kidnapped in Niger Freed After 9 Months
An American missionary kidnapped in Niger in October has been released, his organization said. According to Serving in Mission International, Kevin Rideout is in good health and under the care of U.S. officials.