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7h ago

Swiss watchmaker Swatch sues Malaysia for seizure of Pride watches

Homosexuality is a crime in Muslim-majority Malaysia, and rights groups have warned of growing intolerance against the country’s LGBTQ community.
A Swatch store in London on June 23, 2023.
A Swatch store in London on June 23, 2023.
9h ago

While women's soccer boasts fierce LGBTQ advocates, FIFA reviews transgender rules

The inclusion of transgender athletes in women’s events is one of the most contentious and divisive issues in sport.
Megan Rapinoe: United States Women's National soccer
Megan Rapinoe: United States Women's National soccer
9h ago

Sailor and his dog found after months stranded in the Pacific

“I have not had food, enough food, for a long time,” Tim Shaddock told Australia's 9News.
Australian sailor Tim Shaddock and his dog, Bella, were rescued after spending two months lost in the Pacific Ocean.
Australian sailor Tim Shaddock and his dog, Bella, were rescued after spending two months lost in the Pacific Ocean.
19h ago

China reports second-quarter GDP miss, another record high in youth unemployment

Gross domestic product in the world’s second-largest economy was higher over the same period last year, but growth has slowed compared with the first quarter.
Image: FILES-CHINA-ECONOMY-INDICATOR
Image: FILES-CHINA-ECONOMY-INDICATOR
1d ago

Iran's morality police return in new campaign to impose Islamic dress on women

The morality police had largely pulled back following protests over the death of Mahsa Amini after she was arrested for not wearing the hijab.
Women in downtown Tehran, Iran, on April 26, 2016.
Women in downtown Tehran, Iran, on April 26, 2016.

Russia will use cluster bombs in Ukraine if it has to, Putin says

The Russian president said he “reserved the right to take reciprocal action” if Ukraine's new U.S.-provided weapons are deployed against his forces.
Russian President Vladimir Putin listens in Moscow on July 4, 2023.
Russian President Vladimir Putin listens in Moscow on July 4, 2023.
1d ago

Netanyahu fitted with heart monitor and discharged from hospital after dizzy spell

The Israeli prime minister was diagnosed with dehydration after he was rushed to the hospital Saturday after having experienced mild dizziness.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu chairs a cabinet meeting in Jerusalem on Feb. 23, 2023.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu chairs a cabinet meeting in Jerusalem on Feb. 23, 2023.
2d ago

Yellen visits India to promote closer ties and tackle global economic problems

The treasury secretary is in India for the third time in nine months, signaling the growing importance of the relationship at a time of tension with China.
Image: INDIA-US-ECONOMY-G20-DIPLOMACY-FINANCE
Image: INDIA-US-ECONOMY-G20-DIPLOMACY-FINANCE
2d ago

Landslides and floods kill at least 33 as South Korea is battered by torrential rains

Days of heavy rains have caused landslides, building collapses and train derailments in cities across the country, with thousands left without power.
Image: SKOREA-DISASTER-DEATH
Image: SKOREA-DISASTER-DEATH
2d ago

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu hospitalized

The prime minister’s office said that Netanyahu was at Sheba Medical Center and “he is well and is undergoing a medical evaluation.”
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convenes a cabinet meeting in Jerusalem
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convenes a cabinet meeting in Jerusalem

South Korean president makes surprise visit to Ukraine

President Yoon Suk Yeol did not offer military assistance during his visit because of his country's policy of not supplying arms to countries engaged in conflict.
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol and first lady Kim Keon-hee look at damaged buildings in Irpin
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol and first lady Kim Keon-hee look at damaged buildings in Irpin

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