China November 10, 2023 A look at China’s Singles Day, the world's biggest shopping event Singles Day originated at China's Nanjing University in 1993 and has now become a weeks-long online shopping festival. It peaks on Nov. 11.
Moon November 9, 2023 Scientists use bacteria to make lunar soil usable for farming Scientists are experimenting with ways to make lunar soil capable of being used for agriculture in the hopes that humankind will one day establish long-term bases on the moon.
Spain November 9, 2023 Center-right politician shot in the face in Spain A former Spanish politician was shot in Madrid Thursday afternoon. Police are searching for two suspects who allegedly shot Alejo Vidal-Quadras before leaving the scene on a motorbike.
France November 8, 2023 French court approves deportation of Gaza activist on speaking tour in France Palestinian activist Mariam Abudaqa has been approved for deportation by a French court. France is cracking down on some groups considered to be supportive of terrorism.
South Africa November 8, 2023 South Africa to issue formal reprimand to Israeli ambassador South Africa will issue a "demarche," or formal reprimand, to the ambassador of Israel, Eliav Belotsercovsky. The reason for the reprimand was not provided.
Russia November 8, 2023 EU will consider impsoing a ban on Russian diamonds The European Union will consider banning Russian diamonds next week. The proposal would be the 12th package of sanctions designed to diminish Russia's ability to finance war in Ukraine.
Ukraine November 8, 2023 EU officials recommend beginning negotiations to bring Ukraine into the European Union Ukraine was brought a step closer to entering the EU Wednesday after top officials from the European Commission recommended negotiations begin after Kyiv satisfies certain conditions.
Russia November 8, 2023 Russian firm Rostelecom will not seek compensation for severed fiber optic cable damaged by Chinese ship Russian company Rostelecom won't seek compensation for a damaged fiber optic cable in the Baltic Sea. The damage was caused by a Chinese container ship, the NewNew Polar Bear.
Latin America November 7, 2023 Russia is funding anti-Ukraine disinformation campaign throughout Latin America, State Department says Russia is financing a campaign to spread disinformation through Latin America to weaken support for Ukraine, the State Department said on Tuesday.
Asia October 18, 2023 Singapore inspecting Credit Suisse, others in money laundering probe The Monetary Authority of Singapore reportedly plans to inspect a local Credit Suisse unit over its handling of wealthy clients' money in a laundering scandal's wake
Idaho October 10, 2023 Federal appeals court temporarily restricts Idaho's near-total abortion ban, pending review An appeals court has temporarily restricted the enforcement of Idaho's near-total abortion ban in medical emergencies. The appeals court will reconsider the case with an 11-judge panel.