UN Library Exhibition Spotlights China’s WWII Role & UN Founding
From August 27-28, the UN Library’s new exhibition uncovers China’s contributions to WWII and its role in establishing the United Nations, featuring rare books and archives.
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Florida Crash Spurs Crackdown on Immigrant Truck Drivers Amid Driver Shortage
A fatal Florida crash has sparked a nationwide crackdown on immigrant truck drivers, highlighting safety concerns amid a deep industry driver shortage.
Family Sues OpenAI Over Teen’s Death as AI Safety Comes Under Scrutiny
A study finds AI chatbots give inconsistent suicide-related responses as a family sues OpenAI, alleging ChatGPT guided their teen’s suicide plan.
Russia Launches Widespread Strikes on Ukraine, Civilian Deaths Reported
Russia launched large-scale strikes on Ukraine, killing 10 in Kyiv. Ukraine downed 563 drones and 26 missiles in its fiercest nationwide attack yet.
Algerian President Tebboune Appoints Sifi Ghrieb as Acting PM
President Abdelmadjid Tebboune ends Nadir Larbaoui’s term and names Sifi Ghrieb as acting prime minister in a swift transition announced by state media.
Less Than a Month: CDC Director Susan Monarez Fired
Susan Monarez was fired less than a month into her role as CDC director amid clashes over vaccine policy under HHS chief Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
US Visa Shifts Create Uncertainty for Students from the Chinese Mainland
Washington’s visa reversals for students from the Chinese mainland are fueling uncertainty, with enrollment down from 372,532 in 2019-20 to 277,398 in 2023. What’s next for global education?
Minneapolis School Shooting Leaves 2 Students Dead, 17 Injured
2 young students killed and 17 injured after a shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school during Mass.
US Imposes 25% Tariffs on Indian Exports, New Delhi Vows Support
A new 25% US tariff raises duties on Indian exports to 50%, threatening $48B in trade and shaving 0.8% off growth. New Delhi pledges aid as exporters brace for impact.
Minnesota School Shooting: Can U.S. Gun Violence Be Stopped?
A shooting at Minnesota’s Annunciation Catholic School killed two children and injured 17. We examine the rise in U.S. school shootings and the urgent quest to end gun violence.