Gonorrhoea and Syphilis Hit Record Levels in Europe
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) including gonorrhoea and syphilis have hit record levels in Europe, according to new data from the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC).
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Charges Dismissed Against School Official in 6-Year-Old Gun Incident
A judge in Virginia has dismissed charges against a former assistant principal in a school where a six-year-old student shot his teacher, according to court records.
Iran Expands Claims on 22,000 sq km of Strait of Hormuz
Iran has significantly expanded the area around the Strait of Hormuz over which it claims military control, according to a BBC report.
Philippines orders arrest of fugitive senator wanted by ICC
The Philippine justice secretary has ordered law enforcement to apprehend fugitive Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, who is wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for alleged crimes against humanity, according to a news report.
Chinese companies profit in Russia-occupied Ukraine, 80 yuan branches now
Chinese companies are supplying construction equipment to Russia-occupied areas in Ukraine, including the Azov Sea port of Mariupol, according to Al Jazeera and UNITED24 Media.
Sierra Leone Becomes African Nation to Accept US Deportees
Sierra Leone has become the latest African country to receive migrants deported from the United States as part of Donald Trump's crackdown on illegal immigration, according to BBC reports.
Bolivia President Reshuffles Cabinet Amid Protests
Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz announced a cabinet reshuffle amid ongoing anti-government protests demanding his resignation, according to Al Jazeera.
Canada Faces Calls for Investigation After Plasma Donation Death
Patient advocates in Canada have called for a new investigation into the death of a young woman after a plasma donation, citing lax safety protocols and poorly trained staff.
US military jets and drones tracked near Cuba as tensions rise
The US military has been broadcasting the location of surveillance flights near Cuba on tracking websites, as Washington exerts pressure on the island's leadership. According to BBC Verify, at least five US Navy P-8A Poseidon aircraft and three MQ-4C Triton drones have been operating near Cuba since 11 May.
Cuba faces U.S. charges against Raúl Castro, new sanctions, and energy crisis
The U.S. has charged former Cuban leader Raúl Castro with conspiracy and murder in 1996, as Cuba's president, Miguel Díaz-Canel, denounced the move as politically motivated. At the same time, Washington continues to tighten economic pressure on the island.
Far-right Israeli minister condemned for taunting handcuffed Gaza flotilla activists
The international community has condemned Israel's treatment of pro-Palestinian activists on a Gaza-bound aid flotilla intercepted by Israeli naval forces. According to the BBC, far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir faced widespread criticism after posting a video of himself taunting activists kneeling with their hands tied.
Bolivia Protests Escalate as US Warns of ‘Coup d’État’
Bolivia’s government expelled U.S. ambassador Elizabeth García on Wednesday, citing sovereignty concerns, as protests continued to escalate across the country. The U.S. deputy secretary of state, Christopher Landau, labeled the unrest an 'ongoing coup d’état', while the secretary of state, Marco Rubio, emphasized support for the 'legitimate constitutional government'.
Rosenberg: Putin enjoys Xi’s Chinese welcome but heads home without pipeline deal
Russian President Vladimir Putin returned from China without securing a deal for the Power of Siberia 2 pipeline, despite more than 40 meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping over the years.
Austrian Ex-Intelligence Officer Found Guilty of Spying for Russia
A former Austrian intelligence officer has been found guilty of spying for Russia, in what is being called the country's most significant spy trial in years, according to the BBC.
UK agrees £3.7bn trade deal with six Gulf states
The UK has signed a £3.7bn trade deal with six Gulf states, removing tariffs on 93% of British goods and offering guaranteed access for services, according to The Guardian and BBC.