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Afghanistan: The latest on the Taliban takeover: Since the Taliban took power on August 15, 2021, living conditions for girls and women have deteriorated ...
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Protesters demand Georgia government withdraw proposed 'Russian law': Critics say the bill mirrors similar legislation introduced by President Vladimir Putin in ...
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Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
- In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.
- The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.
- Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.
- The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
Georgia's parliament approves law on 'foreign agents' in first reading
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Quick Glance: Georgian Parliament in Turmoil over 'Foreign Agents' Bill
- Legislators debate bill requiring organisations that accept foreign funds to register as foreign agents or face fines.
- Tensions rise in parliament as the debate over deepening relations with the West or reconnecting with Russia continues.
- The controversial bill has strained relations with Western countries and sparked protests domestically.
- The adoption of the legislation is likely to further deepen divisions in Georgia, especially with upcoming elections.
Georgia: 20,000 protesters take to streets after Parliament's initial vote on 'foreign influence' law
lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/04/17/georgia-20-000-protesters-take-to-streets-after-parliament-s-initial-vote-on-foreign-influence-law_6668765_4.html
Afghanistan's first female Olympian calls for Games ban over Taliban's rights record
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Reuters photographer wins World Press Photo of the Year with poignant shot from Gaza
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Ukraine war: Blinken assure Black Sea allies of US support: Blinken has told allied countries that border the Black Sea they can rely on Washington's ...
euronews.com/2024/04/15/ukraine-war-blinken-assure-black-sea-allies-of-us-support-russian-strikes-hit-donbas-and-k
Quick Glance: Russia Strikes Chernihiv: 18 Dead, Ukraine Appeals for Air Defense
- At least 18 people were killed and over 60 wounded in Chernihiv due to Russian missile strikes. Ukrainian officials emphasized that the attack could have been prevented with adequate air defense systems.
- Russia launched three Iskander cruise missiles at the city, located near the Russian border and previously encircled by Russian troops.
- Ukraine currently has three Patriot air defense systems but requires 26 for full coverage. Following appeals for more systems, Germany pledged to send an additional one.
- A $60 billion aid package for Ukraine is stalled in the US Congress, allowing Russia to exploit ammunition and air defense shortages and gain ground in the east.
Hundreds killed as storms lash Pakistan and Afghanistan: Authorities have called on emergency services to remain on high alert, with more severe weather on the ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/16/heavy-rains-kill-49-in-pakistan-state-of-emergency-declared
Why Georgian government moving towards abandoning country's European course?: On 17 April, the Georgian Parliament approved in the first reading the law “On ...
eurointegration.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/19/7184154/
Julian Reichelt wins before the Federal Constitutional Court after criticizing the government
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Quick Glance: Former 'Bild' Chief: Federal Constitutional Court Upholds Reichelt Complaint Against Federal Government
- Julian Reichelt succeeded with a constitutional complaint against the federal government.
- The Federal Constitutional Court overturned the decision of the Chamber Court.
- Freedom of speech is of particular importance and must be protected.
- The Chamber Court did not consider the linguistic context of the statement.
Romania-led NATO naval exercise begins in Black Sea: According to a press release by the Romanian navy, the exercise will involve more than 2,000 soldiers ...
kyivindependent.com/romania-led-nato-naval-exercise-begins-in-black-sea/
Quick Glance: Airplane Observes Solar Eclipse in Bloomington
- An airplane flies near the total solar eclipse in Bloomington, Indiana.
- People watch the partial solar eclipse on the observation deck of Edge at Hudson Yards in New York City.
- Sophia Moccia, 4, from Queens views the eclipse with a homemade mask in New York City.
- A solar eclipse is visible in Mazatlan, Mexico.
“Yes to Europe! No to Russian law!” rally underway near Parliament: A rally against the draft law on "Transparency of Foreign Influence" is underway at ...
georgiatoday.ge/yes-to-europe-no-to-russian-law-rally-underway-near-parliament/
Rainstorms Kill More Than 130 in Afghanistan and Pakistan: Pakistani officials warned of more flooding and heavy rainfall next week, stoking fears of a ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/18/world/asia/afghanistan-pakistan-rain-flooding.html
Putin wants to get closer to the Taliban: Russia is currently considering taking the Taliban off its list of terrorist organisations, officials have indicated ...
asiatimes.com/2024/04/putin-wants-to-get-closer-to-the-taliban/
'Foreign influence' law pushes Georgia away from EU dream, says Michel: The European Union has doubled down on its criticism of the "foreign ...
euronews.com/my-europe/2024/04/19/foreign-influence-law-pushes-georgia-away-from-eu-accession-dream-warns-michel
Rhys Hoskins, first villain of the MLB season; Juan Soto’s defense helps sink Astros
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Quick Glance: Rhys Hoskins: First Villain of MLB Season; Juan Soto's Defense Helps Sink Astros
- Rhys Hoskins continues to be a source of drama in the MLB, while Juan Soto's defense receives praise.
- The Astros disappointingly start the season, contrary to predictions, as the Pirates surprisingly sweep the Marlins.
- Exciting but error-prone games unfold between the Pirates and Marlins, showcasing a mix of brilliance and sloppiness.
- Other meeting highlights include the MLBPA mutiny, sports betting partnerships, and player injuries.
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Heavy rain and flash floods kill 33 in Afghanistan: Some 20 of the nation's 34 provinces were lashed by the heavy rains
gulfnews.com/world/asia/heavy-rain-and-flash-floods-kill-33-in-afghanistan-1.1713102646276
Flooding after heavy rainfall: At least 100 dead in storms in Afghanistan and Pakistan
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How the Pirates are managing young arms, a Leiter family milestone and more ‘Sliders’
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Large-Scale Protests in Georgia: What’s Happening and Why?: The Georgian parliament passed a law very similar to Russia’s law on so-called “foreign agents ...
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Biden’s 3 Most Politically Incompetent Mistakes as President: If Trump wins back the White House, Biden’s presidency will be remembered for inflation ...
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Quick Glance: Biden's New Perspective on Inflation: Trump Would Be Worse
- The White House warns that inflation would worsen if Trump is re-elected as a strategy to sway voters.
- March's inflation increase surpassed expectations, undermining Biden's claim of lowering prices.
- Rising oil prices due to geopolitical tensions could lead to higher gas prices, a concern for the White House.
- Biden emphasizes fighting inflation as top priority while experts debate the impact of his economic stimulus packages.
Electrifying Europe from the Black Sea to Brussels: Opinions - Plans are afoot to connect Western and Eastern European with the Black and Caspian Seasvia a ...
business-review.eu/profiles1/opinions/electrifying-europe-from-the-black-sea-to-brussels-258968
Kabul airport bomber was an ISIS operative freed from prison by the Taliban: The Kabul airport bomber was an ISIS militant who had been held in an Afghanistan ...
nbcnews.com/news/kabul-airport-bomber-was-isis-operative-freed-prison-taliban-rcna147810
Ministry of Europe & Foreign Affairs of France: Bill on “Foreign Influence” runs counter to EU’s founding values
georgiatoday.ge/ministry-of-europe-foreign-affairs-of-france-bill-on-foreign-influence-runs-counter-to-eus-founding-values/
Supreme Court gives some military veterans more generous educational benefits: The Supreme Court has sided with a decorated veteran of the wars in Afghanistan ...
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Opinion | The Taliban Have Restored Barbarism to Afghanistan: They’re stoning women for adultery and threatening the security of neighboring states.
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Torrential Rains Kill at Least 100 People Across Pakistan and Afghanistan: Heavy rains and lightning in Pakistan have killed at least 50 people ...
democracynow.org/2024/4/16/headlines/torrential_rains_kill_at_least_100_people_across_pakistan_and_afghanistan
In Eid Message, Taliban Leader Lashes out at Critics in the International Community
thediplomat.com/2024/04/in-eid-message-taliban-leader-lashes-out-at-critics-in-the-international-community/
Family members apply to President to pardon Lazare Grigoriadis: Family members, human rights defenders and supporters of Lazare Grigoriadis ...
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White House declines Comer testimony invite, declaring impeachment investigation ‘over’
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Aroldis Chapman Suspended By MLB After Ejection In Mets-Pirates Game: Aroldis Chapman was suspended two games by Major League Baseball Thursday ...
newsweek.com/sports/mlb/aroldis-chapman-suspended-mlb-after-ejection-mets-pirates-game-1891984
Ukraine will be outgunned by Russia 10 to 1 in weeks without U.S. help, top Europe general says
pbs.org/newshour/world/ukraine-will-be-outgunned-by-russia-10-to-1-in-weeks-without-u-s-help-top-europe-general-says
Georgians protest government's renewed attempt to pass 'Russian law'
euronews.com/2024/04/10/georgians-protest-governments-renewed-attempt-to-pass-russian-law
Islamic State Escalates Anti-Russian Militant Campaign: The Islamic State organization and its violent progeny, ISKP, have viewed Moscow as their enemy since the ...
thediplomat.com/2024/04/islamic-state-escalates-anti-russian-militant-campaign/
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Turkey strives to cement position as key cog in East-West trade: MoU with Azerbaijan, Georgia gives boost to Middle Corridor.
eurasianet.org/turkey-strives-to-cement-position-as-key-cog-in-east-west-trade
At least 11 killed in attack on Iran’s IRGC in border province: State media: Several wounded in clashes in restive Sistan-Baluchestan province which borders ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/4/at-least-11-killed-in-attack-on-irans-irgc-in-border-province-state-media
Punch-up in Georgia’s parliament! Ruling party leader assaulted over ‘Russian law’
politico.eu/article/georgia-parliament-ruling-party-leader-mdinaradze-punched-elisashvili-russian-law-outrage/
The Azadi Briefing: Taliban Deals Another Blow To Afghan Media: Welcome to The Azadi Briefing, an RFE/RL newsletter that unpacks the key issues in Afghanistan ...
rferl.org/a/afghanistan-taliban-suspends-television-stations-media-crackdown/32912263.html
Bailey Falter gets revenge against former team, leads Pirates to road victory over Phillies
post-gazette.com/sports/pirates/2024/04/12/pirates-phillies-mlb-pittsburgh-philadelphia/stories/202404080122
Global glut turns solar panels into garden fencing option: Europeans find alternative location for cheap green technology with cost of rooftop installation so ...
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Russia is working on removing Taliban from its terrorist list: Kremlin: Russia said on Tuesday it had important matters to discuss with Afghanistan’s Taliban ...
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Giants trade former No. 2 pick Joey Bart to Pirates: What’s next for him?: The Giants receive minor-league pitcher Austin Strickland in the trade.
theathletic.com/5387415/2024/04/02/giants-trade-joey-bart-pirates/
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Unexplained spill fuels concern about Afghan canal project: Is Uzbekistan engaging in quiet water diplomacy?
eurasianet.org/unexplained-spill-fuels-concern-about-afghan-canal-project
Two Australians among World Press Photo Contest regional winners: Two Australians have taken out World Press Photo Contest awards, which honour the best examples ...
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-07/world-press-photo-finalists-photojournalism/103662960
Citizens protest re-introduction of ‘Russian law’ on Rustaveli: Yes to Europe! No to the Russian law - with this slogan, a rally-march is being held in Tbilisi ...
georgiatoday.ge/citizens-protest-re-introduction-of-russian-law-on-rustaveli/
Trough to bring islandwide rainfall: KINGSTON, Jamaica — A trough is expected to bring showers to most parishes across the island on Sunday ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/14/trough-bring-islandwide-rainfall/
Georgia's ruling party to reintroduce bill on 'foreign agents': Georgia's ruling party said on Wednesday it would reintroduce a bill requiring organisations ...
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Gunmen kill 9 men after abduction in southwest Pakistan, say police: Gunmen shot and killed nine men after abducting them from a bus in a troubled province in ...
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Quick Glance: Armed gunmen kill 11 people in southwest Pakistan
- Armed individuals abducted and killed nine people in Baluchistan.
- The attackers also fired on another vehicle.
- Victims were from Punjab province, some were migrants heading to Europe.
- Government condemns the attack and promises punishment for the perpetrators.
The Pittsburgh Pirates see significance in being 5-0 for the first time in 41 years
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Tigers erupt against Pirates closer Bednar to rally for 5-3 victory: Gio Urshela, Kerry Carpenter and Jake Rogers all delivered RBI singles in the ninth inning ...
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Pentagon Reviews Events Before Attack That Killed 13 U.S. Troops in Kabul: A team conducted new interviews to address lingering questions about the bombing in ...
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Sheehy apologized and asked for leniency after alleged 2015 gun incident: The Montana GOP Senate candidate now says he lied about accidentally shooting himself ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/17/sheehy-gunshot-montana-senate/
Tourist falls 170ft to her death trying to take selfie on a cliff edge: Inessa Polenko, 39, climbed over a barrier then stumbled, falling onto a beach below om ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/09/tourist-falls-170ft-death-trying-take-selfie-a-cliff-edge-20614831/
Europe’s new energy risk: Trading Russia for America: The EU replaced Russian energy with U.S. supplies after Moscow launched a war. Now people are wondering: Is ...
politico.eu/article/europes-risky-new-energy-reliance/
Over the past half-year, more than half a million undocumented Afghans, ordered by the Pakistani government to leave, have returned home — even if “home” is ... Show more
Homecoming: A single photo captures a moment of setback for families who had tried for a better life.
nytimes.com/2024/04/07/world/asia/homecoming.html
Minor League notes: Where the top 50 MLB prospects are opening the season: The minor-league season gets fully underway on April 5. Where are the top 50 prospects ...
theathletic.com/5381885/2024/04/05/minor-league-top-prospect-assignments-2024/
Russian-style 'foreign agents' bill in Georgia just made a comeback: Georgians defeated the law last year and emerged stronger and more committed to ...
euronews.com/2024/04/10/russian-style-foreign-agents-bill-in-georgia-just-made-a-comeback
In defiance of the West, the Taliban will stone women in public again: Afghanistan’s de facto government appears emboldened, announcing the return of a brutal ...
theglobeandmail.com/opinion/article-in-defiance-of-the-west-the-taliban-will-stone-women-in-public-again/
Suspected terrorist motive: Men kidnap and kill bus passengers in Pakistan: An unknown, armed group holds up a bus in Pakistan. The perpetrators drag nine ...
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Bridging Divides: Finding a Regional and International Consensus for Afghanistan’s Future
thediplomat.com/2024/04/bridging-divides-finding-a-regional-and-international-consensus-for-afghanistans-future/
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Former top general warns of 'inevitable' threats to US from Islamic State in wake of Moscow attack
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Women voters will not tolerate this injustice – “Women’s Movement” on the abolition of quotas
georgiatoday.ge/women-voters-will-not-tolerate-this-injustice-womens-movement-on-the-abolition-of-quotas/
Saudi students shine at European math Olympiad: RIYADH: Two Saudi students excelled in the European Girls’ Mathematical Olympiad held in Georgia from April 11-17 ...
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Trea Turner's Terribly Unlucky Slip on Routine Ground Ball Costs Phillies a Run: The Philadelphia shortstop caught a horrendous break in a crucial spot against ...
si.com/mlb/2024/04/12/trea-turner-terribly-unlucky-slip-phillies-pirates
Tigers OF Riley Greene Absolutely Destroyed His Pants Sliding Into Home Plate vs. Pirates
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Citizens to protest re-introduction of ‘Russian Law’ on April 8: Civil activists call on citizens to protest in front of the Parliament on April 8 ...
georgiatoday.ge/citizens-to-protest-re-introduction-of-russian-law-on-april-8/
More Afghan withdrawal fallout for the US: The recent congressional hearing featuring former US generals Mark Milley and Kenneth McKenzie ...
asiatimes.com/2024/04/more-afghan-withdrawal-fallout-in-the-us/
Brilliant Opportunity for Beginner Developers: Applications Open for Lineate’s New Dev School Program
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EU delegation shares its concerns with Gov’t regarding “Russian Law”: The delegation of the EU's Political and Security Committee (PSC) shared concerns with the ...
georgiatoday.ge/eu-delegation-shares-its-concerns-with-govt-regarding-russian-law/
State of the Union: Issues feeding anti-democratic anger: This edition of State of the Union focusses on three issues feeding citizens' anger with the ...
euronews.com/my-europe/2024/04/19/state-of-the-union-issues-feeding-anti-democratic-anger
European Best Destinations 2024 names Batumi among the top 20 in Europe: The Georgian National Tourism Administration has announced that the travel platform ...
georgiatoday.ge/batumi-is-in-the-top-20-destinations-in-europe/
Georgia’s ruling party brings back disputed Russia-style ‘foreign agent’ law: Efforts to tighten restrictions on civil society and campaigners led to widespread ...
politico.eu/article/georgian-dream-ruling-party-reintroduce-russian-style-foreign-agent-law/
Montana GOP Senate candidate says he lied to ranger about gunshot wound in 2015: Tim Sheehy, a charismatic former Navy SEAL, has cited a gunshot wound he ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/06/tim-sheehy-montana-senate-gunshot-wound-national-park/
Ship carrying sheep and goats to Saudi Arabia dislodged after running aground: A Tanzanian-flagged cargo ship transporting 6,800 sheep and goats from Georgia to ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1235764/ship-carrying-sheep-and-goats-to-saudi-arabia-dislodged-after-running-aground/
Brutal methods of the Taliban: Couple in Afghanistan punished with 35 lashes each for adultery
tagesspiegel.de/internationales/strafmass-der-taliban-afghanistan-bestraft-ehebruch-mit-peitschenhieben-11443625.html
WFES: More investment in green hydrogen necessary to lower prices, ministers say: Cop29 host Azerbaijan is co-operating with the EU to harness offshore wind ...
thenationalnews.com/business/energy/2024/04/16/wfes-more-investment-in-green-hydrogen-necessary-to-lower-prices-ministers-say/
The Masters: How to watch and things to know | CNN
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Afghanistan's isolated communities grapple with fallout from devastating floods: In addition to deaths and property destruction, farmers say crops have been ...
thenationalnews.com/news/asia/2024/04/18/afghanistans-isolated-communities-grapple-with-fallout-from-devastating-floods/
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