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The quiet war: What’s fueling Israel’s surge of settler violence – and the lack of state response
The quiet war: What’s fueling Israel’s surge of settler violence – and the lack of state response Since October 2023, Jewish settlers have carried out around 2,000 attacks against Palestinians in the West Bank, a dramatic surge compared to previous periods. The violence is fueled by a confluence of ideological fervor, opportunism, and far-right Israelis’ […]
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Strengthening collective labor rights can help reduce economic inequality
Strengthening collective labor rights can help reduce economic inequality Strengthening collective labor rights can help reduce economic inequality by empowering workers to negotiate for better wages and benefits, leading to a reduction in wealth disparities between rich and poor Americans. The wealthiest 1% of Americans now hold more than five times as much wealth as […]
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Thailand’s judiciary is flexing its muscles, but away from PM’s plight, dozens of activists are at the mercy of capricious courts
Thailand’s judiciary is flexing its muscles, but away from PM’s plight, dozens of activists are at the mercy of capricious courts Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has been suspended from office by the Constitutional Court due to a leaked phone conversation disparaging Thailand’s military and showing deference to Cambodia’s Hun Sen, sparking concerns about the […]
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Iran emerged weakened and vulnerable after war with Israel − and that could mean trouble for country’s ethnic minorities
Iran emerged weakened and vulnerable after war with Israel − and that could mean trouble for country’s ethnic minorities Iran’s recent war with Israel has left the country weakened and vulnerable, potentially threatening its ethnic minorities. The Islamic Republic’s military power has been significantly diminished, with its soft power also eroding due to a loss […]
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Supreme Court rules Trump can rapidly deport immigrants to Libya, South Sudan and other countries they aren’t from
Supreme Court rules Trump can rapidly deport immigrants to Libya, South Sudan and other countries they aren’t from The Supreme Court has ruled that the Trump administration can rapidly deport immigrants to countries they are not from, including Libya, South Sudan, and others, without giving them time to contest their destination. The decision, which was […]
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What’s the right way to mark Juneteenth? The newest US holiday is confusing Americans
What’s the right way to mark Juneteenth? The newest US holiday is confusing Americans Juneteenth, the newest US federal holiday, has become its most puzzling one due to confusion over how to celebrate it and its proper meaning. The holiday commemorates June 19, 1865, when Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger issued General Order No. 3, freeing […]
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German chancellor’s rebuke of Israel marks a shift in state policy that has long put such criticism out of bounds
German chancellor’s rebuke of Israel marks a shift in state policy that has long put such criticism out of bounds German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has publicly criticized Israel’s actions in Gaza, marking a shift in state policy that was previously considered taboo. The criticism from Germany hits differently due to its long-standing commitment to Israel’s […]
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Expansion of marriage rights to same-sex couples also expanded access to the psychological benefits that come with tying the knot
Expansion of marriage rights to same-sex couples also expanded access to the psychological benefits that come with tying the knot Marriage rights for same-sex couples have expanded access to psychological benefits, including improved well-being, physical health advantages, and reduced depression. The benefits of marriage are distinct from those experienced by couples in long-term relationships, and […]
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Peace has long been elusive in rural Colombia – Black women’s community groups try to bring it closer each day
Peace has long been elusive in rural Colombia – Black women’s community groups try to bring it closer each day Colombia’s internal conflict has lasted over six decades, making it one of the oldest conflicts in the world, and violence surged in early 2025, killing dozens and displacing tens of thousands. The country’s peace agreement […]
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Cutting HIV aid means undercutting US foreign and economic interests − Nigeria shows the human costs
Cutting HIV aid means undercutting US foreign and economic interests − Nigeria shows the human costs The Trump administration’s decision to restrict access to HIV prevention funding, including preexposure prophylaxis (PrEP), threatens to derail two decades of bipartisan investment in eliminating HIV globally. The restrictions would cut off ongoing treatment for millions of people and […]
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