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14
Politics / Government

Politics of Equatorial Guinea Prime Minister Francisco Pascual Obama Asue presents his resignation and that of his entire government without making public the r

Politics of Equatorial Guinea Prime Minister Francisco Pascual Obama Asue presents his resignation and that of his entire government without making public the reason. President Teodoro Obiang claims that "he has not met the programmatic objectives, which has undoubtedly caused this crisis situation that today requires us to take urgent measures". (La Vanguardia)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 14, 2020
Aug
14
Politics / Government

Prime Minister Francisco Pascual Obama Asue presents his resignation and that of his entire government without making public the reason.

Prime Minister Francisco Pascual Obama Asue presents his resignation and that of his entire government without making public the reason. President Teodoro Obiang claims that "he has not met the programmatic objectives, which has undoubtedly caused this crisis situation that today requires us to take urgent measures". (La Vanguardia)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 14, 2020
Aug
14
Immigration / Law / Policy

2020 Thai protests Thai police arrest a student leader over an anti-government protest last month.

2020 Thai protests Thai police arrest a student leader over an anti-government protest last month. The student was arrested in the outskirts of Bangkok while traveling to a protest. Human Rights Watch reports that he will be charged with breaching multiple laws. Police declined to comment when contacted by Reuters. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 14, 2020
Aug
14
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in France France reports 2,846 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours, as well as more than 12,300 new cases this week, making it the highest

COVID-19 pandemic in France France reports 2,846 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours, as well as more than 12,300 new cases this week, making it the highest number of cases since the lockdown was eased in May. (The New York Times) (The Telegraph) The government declares Paris and Marseilles as "active zones", or high-risk zones. The move allows local authorities in those designated areas to impose restrictions. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 14, 2020
Aug
14
Politics / Government

Insurgency in Jammu and Kashmir, Revocation of the special status of Jammu and Kashmir Islamist insurgents kill at least two police officers and injured another

Insurgency in Jammu and Kashmir, Revocation of the special status of Jammu and Kashmir Islamist insurgents kill at least two police officers and injured another in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India. The attack comes days after the first anniversary of the revocation of Kashmir’s constitutional autonomy. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 14, 2020
Aug
14
Health / Disasters

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the arts and cultural heritage COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, COVID-19 pandemic in New York City New York Governor A

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the arts and cultural heritage COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, COVID-19 pandemic in New York City New York Governor Andrew Cuomo says that museums and cultural institutions in New York City will be allowed to reopen on August 24 at a 25% capacity. (The New York Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 14, 2020
Aug
14
War / Conflict / Security

Moro conflict Moro National Liberation Front chairman Nur Misuari surrenders Abduljihad Susukan, a sub-commander of the ISIL-affiliated Abu Sayyaf militant grou

Moro conflict Moro National Liberation Front chairman Nur Misuari surrenders Abduljihad Susukan, a sub-commander of the ISIL-affiliated Abu Sayyaf militant group, to the Philippine National Police in Davao City, following the latter's involvement in the 2015 Roseller Lim and Samal Island kidnappings and beheadings. Susukan surrendered to Misuari in April 2020. (AP via CBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 14, 2020
Aug
14
Major Trends

Moro National Liberation Front chairman Nur Misuari surrenders Abduljihad Susukan, a sub-commander of the ISIL-affiliated Abu Sayyaf militant group, to the Phil

Moro National Liberation Front chairman Nur Misuari surrenders Abduljihad Susukan, a sub-commander of the ISIL-affiliated Abu Sayyaf militant group, to the Philippine National Police in Davao City, following the latter's involvement in the 2015 Roseller Lim and Samal Island kidnappings and beheadings. Susukan surrendered to Misuari in April 2020. (AP via CBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 14, 2020
Aug
14
Politics / Government

Sanctions on Iran The United Nations Security Council has resoundingly rejected a United States bid to extend a global arms embargo on Iran.

Sanctions on Iran The United Nations Security Council has resoundingly rejected a United States bid to extend a global arms embargo on Iran. In a Security Council vote, United States only got support from the Dominican Republic for its resolution to indefinitely extend the arms embargo on Iran, leaving it far short of the minimum nine "yes" votes required for adoption. Eleven members on the 15-member body, including France, Germany and the United Kingdom, abstained while Russia and China opposed extending the ban but did not need to use their vetoes. (Al Jazeera) (The Guardian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 14, 2020
Aug
14
Politics / Government

The United Nations Security Council has resoundingly rejected a United States bid to extend a global arms embargo on Iran.

The United Nations Security Council has resoundingly rejected a United States bid to extend a global arms embargo on Iran. In a Security Council vote, United States only got support from the Dominican Republic for its resolution to indefinitely extend the arms embargo on Iran, leaving it far short of the minimum nine "yes" votes required for adoption. Eleven members on the 15-member body, including France, Germany and the United Kingdom, abstained while Russia and China opposed extending the ban but did not need to use their vetoes. (Al Jazeera) (The Guardian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 14, 2020
Aug
14
Culture / Society

The United States Department of Justice says Yale University is illegally discriminating against White Americans and Asian Americans in its undergraduate admiss

The United States Department of Justice says Yale University is illegally discriminating against White Americans and Asian Americans in its undergraduate admissions process, following a two-year investigation into the university. A Yale spokeswoman "categorically" denies the federal accusations. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 14, 2020
Aug
15
Politics / Government

Argentine debt restructuring The government approves a proposed deal with the U.S.

Argentine debt restructuring The government approves a proposed deal with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to restructure around $65 billion in foreign government bonds, following President Alberto Fernández's successful negotiations with creditors and the International Monetary Fund the previous week after the country defaulted in May. The government plans to submit the proposal to the SEC on August 17. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 15, 2020
Aug
15
Politics / Government

The government approves a proposed deal with the U.S.

The government approves a proposed deal with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to restructure around $65 billion in foreign government bonds, following President Alberto Fernández's successful negotiations with creditors and the International Monetary Fund the previous week after the country defaulted in May. The government plans to submit the proposal to the SEC on August 17. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 15, 2020
Aug
15
Politics / Government

Poland–United States relations U.S.

Poland–United States relations U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Polish Defence Minister Mariusz Błaszczak sign an agreement in Warsaw to redeploy about 1,000 U.S. troops from Germany to Poland so as to bring the total to 5,500. The agreement also includes a potential increase to 20,000 U.S. troops if Poland is under threat. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 15, 2020
Aug
15
Culture / Society

George Floyd protests George Floyd protests in Georgia Antifa militants, far-right groups, and pro-Confederacy groups clash at Stone Mountain, near the city of

George Floyd protests George Floyd protests in Georgia Antifa militants, far-right groups, and pro-Confederacy groups clash at Stone Mountain, near the city of Stone Mountain, Georgia. (The Daily Beast) George Floyd protests in Michigan Members of the right-wing group Proud Boys clash with counter-protesters in Kalamazoo, Michigan, with police carrying out nine arrests, including a local newspaper reporter. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 15, 2020
Aug
16
Immigration / Law / Policy

In a defiant speech, Alexander Lukashenko addresses supporters in Independence Square, Minsk, where he claims Belarus would "die as a state" if new elections we

In a defiant speech, Alexander Lukashenko addresses supporters in Independence Square, Minsk, where he claims Belarus would "die as a state" if new elections were held, and accuses NATO of "massing on the border". Opposition critics say most of those at the rally were coerced into attending and had been bussed in from other parts of the country. (Sky News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 16, 2020
Aug
16
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in Florida The Florida Department of Health reports 3,779 cases, the state's lowest since June 23.

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in Florida The Florida Department of Health reports 3,779 cases, the state's lowest since June 23. (The Miami Herald) COVID-19 pandemic in Georgia Georgia Governor Brian Kemp signs an executive order that permits local officials to issue mask mandates in their cities. (Newsweek)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 16, 2020
Aug
17
Politics / Government

2020 United States Postal Service crisis Congressional Democrats have announced investigations and hearings into allegations of widespread mail delays ahead of

2020 United States Postal Service crisis Congressional Democrats have announced investigations and hearings into allegations of widespread mail delays ahead of the coming 2020 United States presidential election, which many expect will see a surge in mail-in voting due to the ongoing pandemic. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is calling the House of Representatives back from recess several weeks early in order to consider legislation to address the crisis. (The Hill) (Axios)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 17, 2020
Aug
17
Politics / Government

2020 United States presidential election The 2020 Democratic National Convention begins, running until Thursday.

2020 United States presidential election The 2020 Democratic National Convention begins, running until Thursday. Former Vice President Joe Biden and Senator Kamala Harris are expected to be officially nominated for their party's choice for President and Vice President, respectively, in the upcoming election. (NPR) In a show of bipartisan support for the Democrats national ticket, four longtime Republicans gave speeches: former Ohio governor John Kasich, former New Jersey governor Christine Whitman, former New York congresswoman Susan Molinari, and Quibi CEO Meg Whitman. (USA Today)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 17, 2020
Aug
17
Politics / Government

Congressional Democrats have announced investigations and hearings into allegations of widespread mail delays ahead of the coming 2020 United States presidentia

Congressional Democrats have announced investigations and hearings into allegations of widespread mail delays ahead of the coming 2020 United States presidential election, which many expect will see a surge in mail-in voting due to the ongoing pandemic. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is calling the House of Representatives back from recess several weeks early in order to consider legislation to address the crisis. (The Hill) (Axios)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 17, 2020
Aug
17
War / Conflict / Security

Insurgency in Jammu and Kashmir Militants kill a policeman and two paramilitary officers in Srinagar.

Insurgency in Jammu and Kashmir Militants kill a policeman and two paramilitary officers in Srinagar. A spokesman for the police says they thwarted another attack when they recovered improvised explosive devices placed under a bridge. This has been seen as an increase in attacks on security forces in recent months. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 17, 2020
Aug
17
Economy / Jobs / Business

China–United States trade war, Chinese espionage in the United States, Concerns over Chinese involvement in 5G wireless networks The United States Department of

China–United States trade war, Chinese espionage in the United States, Concerns over Chinese involvement in 5G wireless networks The United States Department of Commerce expands its sanctions on Chinese technological vendor Huawei by adding 38 of the company's affiliates to its "entity list", limiting Huawei's access into U.S. integrated circuits and other technology. The Trump administration has viewed Huawei as "an arm of the Chinese Communist Party's surveillance state." (AFP via The Independent)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 17, 2020
Aug
17
Politics / Government

In a show of bipartisan support for the Democrats national ticket, four longtime Republicans gave speeches: former Ohio governor John Kasich, former New Jersey

In a show of bipartisan support for the Democrats national ticket, four longtime Republicans gave speeches: former Ohio governor John Kasich, former New Jersey governor Christine Whitman, former New York congresswoman Susan Molinari, and Quibi CEO Meg Whitman. (USA Today)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 17, 2020
Aug
17
Technology / Science

The United States Department of Commerce expands its sanctions on Chinese technological vendor Huawei by adding 38 of the company's affiliates to its "entity li

The United States Department of Commerce expands its sanctions on Chinese technological vendor Huawei by adding 38 of the company's affiliates to its "entity list", limiting Huawei's access into U.S. integrated circuits and other technology. The Trump administration has viewed Huawei as "an arm of the Chinese Communist Party's surveillance state." (AFP via The Independent)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 17, 2020
Aug
18
Politics / Government

Bamako and the Presidential Palace is reportedly under the control of coup forces with tanks and other military vehicles on the streets.

Bamako and the Presidential Palace is reportedly under the control of coup forces with tanks and other military vehicles on the streets. Anti-government protesters set fire to a Ministry of Justice building, while hundreds of opposition supporters gather on the streets to celebrate the coup. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 18, 2020
Aug
18
Politics / Government

2020 United States Postal Service crisis U.S.

2020 United States Postal Service crisis U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, in response to politicians' criticism that proposed changes to U.S. mail services could slow the handling of mail-in ballots, suspends all mail service changes until after the November election. He also said there will be no changes to retail hours at post offices, mail collection boxes will remain where they are, and no mail processing facilities will be closed. A number of states, including Washington and New York, said they are planning legal moves to block the Postal Service changes. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 18, 2020
Aug
18
War / Conflict / Security

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the military South Korea–United States relations, Korean conflict The United States Armed Forces resume joint military exerci

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the military South Korea–United States relations, Korean conflict The United States Armed Forces resume joint military exercises with the Republic of Korea Armed Forces after several COVID-19 cases were confirmed at United States Forces Korea bases since February. (AFP via The Manila Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 18, 2020
Aug
18
War / Conflict / Security

South Korea–United States relations, Korean conflict The United States Armed Forces resume joint military exercises with the Republic of Korea Armed Forces afte

South Korea–United States relations, Korean conflict The United States Armed Forces resume joint military exercises with the Republic of Korea Armed Forces after several COVID-19 cases were confirmed at United States Forces Korea bases since February. (AFP via The Manila Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 18, 2020
Aug
19
Immigration / Law / Policy

A 41-year-old Eritrean man from Switzerland faces trial in Germany for allegedly pushing an eight-year-old boy and his mother onto the tracks of an Intercity Ex

A 41-year-old Eritrean man from Switzerland faces trial in Germany for allegedly pushing an eight-year-old boy and his mother onto the tracks of an Intercity Express train at the Frankfurt central station in July; the boy was killed, but his mother survived. A psychiatric assessment showed that the man suffered from an episode of schizophrenia and had "at least a considerably reduced ability" to control his actions. The incident triggered reactions from across the German federal government, who have called for a review of the country's immigration policies. (AFP via France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 19, 2020
Aug
19
Health / Disasters

2020 California wildfires Thousands in the San Francisco Bay Area flee their homes after several quick-moving wildfires, apparently sparked by lightning and the

2020 California wildfires Thousands in the San Francisco Bay Area flee their homes after several quick-moving wildfires, apparently sparked by lightning and the heatwave, sweep into the region. Around 50 structures have burned down with another 50 damaged in Vacaville. This group of fires, called the LNU Lightning Complex, has grown to 46,000 uncontained acres. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 19, 2020
Aug
19
Immigration / Law / Policy

COVID-19 pandemic in Finland Finland imposes "Europe's tightest" border restrictions on several countries which it had considered safe destinations to stop the

COVID-19 pandemic in Finland Finland imposes "Europe's tightest" border restrictions on several countries which it had considered safe destinations to stop the spread of COVID-19. Travel from most EU member states, as well as Japan and Iceland, will be limited to essential trips starting August 24, with people returning from those countries required to self-quarantine for two weeks. (Yle) (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 19, 2020
Aug
19
Immigration / Law / Policy

Finland imposes "Europe's tightest" border restrictions on several countries which it had considered safe destinations to stop the spread of COVID-19.

Finland imposes "Europe's tightest" border restrictions on several countries which it had considered safe destinations to stop the spread of COVID-19. Travel from most EU member states, as well as Japan and Iceland, will be limited to essential trips starting August 24, with people returning from those countries required to self-quarantine for two weeks. (Yle) (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 19, 2020
Aug
19
Economy / Jobs / Business

Norway–Russia relations The Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirms it has expelled a diplomat from the Russian embassy in Oslo for alleged espionage.

Norway–Russia relations The Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirms it has expelled a diplomat from the Russian embassy in Oslo for alleged espionage. The embassy claims the expelled individual was their deputy trade representative who was arrested by Norwegian police on August 20 during a meeting with a suspected spy. The embassy protested to the Norwegian foreign ministry, calling the arrest "a violation of the diplomat status." The ministry, however, has not disclosed the identity of the Russian diplomat nor that of the suspected spy. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 19, 2020
Aug
19
Health / Disasters

The California Department of Public Health reports the state's first case of plague in five years at South Lake Tahoe.

The California Department of Public Health reports the state's first case of plague in five years at South Lake Tahoe. The patient, believed to have been bitten by an infected flea, is under medical care recovering at home. The CDC says that America sees between one and 17 cases annually. (CBS News) (Yahoo!)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 19, 2020
Aug
19
Economy / Jobs / Business

The Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirms it has expelled a diplomat from the Russian embassy in Oslo for alleged espionage.

The Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirms it has expelled a diplomat from the Russian embassy in Oslo for alleged espionage. The embassy claims the expelled individual was their deputy trade representative who was arrested by Norwegian police on August 20 during a meeting with a suspected spy. The embassy protested to the Norwegian foreign ministry, calling the arrest "a violation of the diplomat status." The ministry, however, has not disclosed the identity of the Russian diplomat nor that of the suspected spy. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 19, 2020
Aug
19
Immigration / Law / Policy

Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic COVID-19 pandemic in Finland Finland imposes "Europe's tightest" border restrictions on several countries w

Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic COVID-19 pandemic in Finland Finland imposes "Europe's tightest" border restrictions on several countries which it had considered safe destinations to stop the spread of COVID-19. Travel from most EU member states, as well as Japan and Iceland, will be limited to essential trips starting August 24, with people returning from those countries required to self-quarantine for two weeks. (Yle) (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 19, 2020
Aug
20
Immigration / Law / Policy

Post-Brexit United Kingdom relations with the European Union, English Channel migrant crossings (2018–present) The European Union rejects a request from the Bri

Post-Brexit United Kingdom relations with the European Union, English Channel migrant crossings (2018–present) The European Union rejects a request from the British government to negotiate a migration deal replicating the Dublin Regulation that would grant the deportation of undocumented migrants in the UK to EU member states. (CNA) (The Guardian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 20, 2020
Aug
20
War / Conflict / Security

Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic COVID-19 pandemic in Europe COVID-19 pandemic in Germany, COVID-19 pandemic in Croatia The Robert Koch Inst

Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic COVID-19 pandemic in Europe COVID-19 pandemic in Germany, COVID-19 pandemic in Croatia The Robert Koch Institute declares the Sibenik-Knin and Split-Dalmatia regions in Croatia as COVID-19 high-risk regions, issuing a travel warning against the two regions, which are popular with tourists. (Reuters) COVID-19 pandemic in North America COVID-19 pandemic in Costa Rica, COVID-19 pandemic in the United States Costa Rica reopens for traveling for Americans in Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, and Vermont. (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 20, 2020
Aug
20
Immigration / Law / Policy

2020 Thai protests Thai Police say they have arrested a further eight activists, including two popular rappers, in an increased crackdown on protestors who dema

2020 Thai protests Thai Police say they have arrested a further eight activists, including two popular rappers, in an increased crackdown on protestors who demand a change to the country's monarchy. All eight were later released on bail, according to one of their lawyers. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Aug 20, 2020
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