Oct 08 EU offers farmers protections as it seeks support for deal with Mercosur trade alliance By Sam McNeil, Associated Press The European Union has unveiled proposals to protect farmers from being undercut by imports from South America. Continue reading
Oct 08 Myanmar’s military strikes village in glider raid, killing at least 24 people including children By Grant Peck, Associated Press The Monday night attack was carried out by a motorized paraglider, and targeted a village in the country's central Sagaing region that was celebrating a Buddhist festival that included a rally calling for the release of political prisoners held by… Continue reading
Oct 08 El Paso bishop brings Pope Leo XIV desperate letters from migrants in crosshairs of U.S. crackdown By Nicole Winfield, Associated Press On Wednesday, Seitz shared a video with the Pope, highlighting the migrants' struggles. The Pope expressed support for the Catholic leaders aiding these communities. Continue reading
Oct 08 South African activists on Gaza flotilla claim harsh treatment by Israel over genocide case By Michelle Gumede, Associated Press They claim the manner of their treatment is linked to their country’s decision in 2023 to launch a case at the International Court of Justice accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza. The activists include the grandson of Nelson Mandela. Continue reading
Oct 08 Top officials join Israel-Hamas talks, signaling toughest issues in U.S. plan are on the table By Samy Magdy, Associated Press It's a sign negotiators aim to tackle on Wednesday the toughest issues of an American plan to end the war in Gaza. Hamas says it's seeking solid guarantees from U.S. President Donald Trump that Israel won't resume its military campaign… Continue reading
Oct 08 Women’s rights activists protest against Latvia’s possible withdrawal from domestic violence treaty By Claudia Ciobanu, Associated Press Latvian lawmakers began a process last month that could lead to withdrawal from the Istanbul Convention. Critics, including ultra-conservative groups, argue the treaty promotes "gender ideology." Activists say the move targets conservative voters ahead of elections. Continue reading
Oct 08 Russian strike seriously damages Ukrainian power plant as winter approaches, officials say By Illia Novikov, Associated Press DTEK, Ukraine's biggest electricity operator, said Wednesday that two workers were injured in the attack. It provided no further information, including the plant's location. Continue reading
Oct 08 Hurricane Priscilla moves along Mexico in the Pacific as Tropical Storm Jerry churns in the Atlantic By Associated Press Priscilla on Tuesday approached major hurricane status, but by Wednesday morning forecasters say it was a Category 1 storm. Continue reading
Oct 07 Watch 8:58 Israel marks 2 years since Hamas attacks as peace talks offer glimmer of hope By Geoff Bennett, Sonia Kopelev Two years after Hamas launched its deadly Oct. 7 attacks, Israelis took to the streets to mourn the loss of loved ones while also demanding the return of hostages still held. Among those kidnapped were the wife and children of… Continue watching
Oct 07 Protesters call for end to war in Gaza on 2-year anniversary of Hamas’ attack on Israel By Suzan Fraser, Associated Press Protests are being held in several countries protesting the war in Gaza and calling for its end as Israelis mark two years since the Hamas attack on Oct. 7, 2023. Continue reading