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Jul
22
Politics / Government

Protests over responses to the COVID-19 pandemic COVID-19 pandemic in Israel, Corruption in Israel About 2,000 Israelis protest outside the residence of Israel

Protests over responses to the COVID-19 pandemic COVID-19 pandemic in Israel, Corruption in Israel About 2,000 Israelis protest outside the residence of Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over his handling of the COVID-19 crisis and alleged corruption. (The Guardian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 22, 2020
Jul
22
Immigration / Law / Policy

The Alor Setar High Court in Kedah State, Malaysia, suspends a caning sentence for 27 Rohingya refugees, citing their current status and no prior history of cri

The Alor Setar High Court in Kedah State, Malaysia, suspends a caning sentence for 27 Rohingya refugees, citing their current status and no prior history of crime. They were sentenced with 13 other refugees to seven months in jail and caning last month for illegally entering the country. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 22, 2020
Jul
22
War / Conflict / Security

Turkish troops have now advanced 40 km (25 miles) inside northern Iraq and established over 30 "temporary bases" in its ongoing military offensive against the K

Turkish troops have now advanced 40 km (25 miles) inside northern Iraq and established over 30 "temporary bases" in its ongoing military offensive against the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK), according to a Turkish official. An unnamed Turkish official tells Reuters the unprecedented advance is a prelude to an assault on the Qandil Mountains, the PKK's main stronghold in Iraq. (Ahval News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 22, 2020
Jul
23
Politics / Government

2020 Bolivian general election The general election is postponed until October 18 due to the COVID-19 pandemic in the country, which has infected more than 64,0

2020 Bolivian general election The general election is postponed until October 18 due to the COVID-19 pandemic in the country, which has infected more than 64,000 people, and killed more than 2,300. This is the second time the Interim Government has delayed the elections since the 2019 Bolivian political crisis late last year that forced the resignation of former president Evo Morales. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 23, 2020
Jul
23
Politics / Government

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on politics COVID-19 pandemic in Florida President Donald Trump announces that the 2020 Republican National Convention in Jackso

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on politics COVID-19 pandemic in Florida President Donald Trump announces that the 2020 Republican National Convention in Jacksonville will be cancelled. (NPR) 2020 Bolivian general election The general election is postponed until October 18 due to the COVID-19 pandemic in the country, which has infected more than 64,000 people, and killed more than 2,300. This is the second time the Interim Government has delayed the elections since the 2019 Bolivian political crisis late last year that forced the resignation of former president Evo Morales. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 23, 2020
Jul
23
Politics / Government

The general election is postponed until October 18 due to the COVID-19 pandemic in the country, which has infected more than 64,000 people, and killed more than

The general election is postponed until October 18 due to the COVID-19 pandemic in the country, which has infected more than 64,000 people, and killed more than 2,300. This is the second time the Interim Government has delayed the elections since the 2019 Bolivian political crisis late last year that forced the resignation of former president Evo Morales. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 23, 2020
Jul
23
Immigration / Law / Policy

2019 Samoa assassination plot The Supreme Court of Samoa denies a bid by two of the three defendants in the case to be able to return to Australia, where they h

2019 Samoa assassination plot The Supreme Court of Samoa denies a bid by two of the three defendants in the case to be able to return to Australia, where they have permanent residencies. The Court argued that, aside of the lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic, "no amount of surety bond would overcome the risk of the men not returning for their trial", which is set for November. (RNZ)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 23, 2020
Jul
23
Immigration / Law / Policy

Censorship in Malaysia Malaysian Communications Minister Saifuddin Abdullah retracts his announcement yesterday that video producers on social media would requi

Censorship in Malaysia Malaysian Communications Minister Saifuddin Abdullah retracts his announcement yesterday that video producers on social media would require a license per the 1981 National Film Development Corporation of Malaysia (FINAS) Act, following public outcry. The initial proposal was made following the government's dispute with Al Jazeera over a documentary concerning the discrimination migrant workers faced in the country during the COVID-19 pandemic. (South China Morning Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 23, 2020
Jul
23
Immigration / Law / Policy

Malaysian Communications Minister Saifuddin Abdullah retracts his announcement yesterday that video producers on social media would require a license per the 19

Malaysian Communications Minister Saifuddin Abdullah retracts his announcement yesterday that video producers on social media would require a license per the 1981 National Film Development Corporation of Malaysia (FINAS) Act, following public outcry. The initial proposal was made following the government's dispute with Al Jazeera over a documentary concerning the discrimination migrant workers faced in the country during the COVID-19 pandemic. (South China Morning Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 23, 2020
Jul
23
Immigration / Law / Policy

The Supreme Court of Samoa denies a bid by two of the three defendants in the case to be able to return to Australia, where they have permanent residencies.

The Supreme Court of Samoa denies a bid by two of the three defendants in the case to be able to return to Australia, where they have permanent residencies. The Court argued that, aside of the lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic, "no amount of surety bond would overcome the risk of the men not returning for their trial", which is set for November. (RNZ)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 23, 2020
Jul
23
Immigration / Law / Policy

LGBT rights in Israel Israeli MPs pass a bill to begin the process to outlaw conversion therapy, being the first Middle Eastern country to do so.

LGBT rights in Israel Israeli MPs pass a bill to begin the process to outlaw conversion therapy, being the first Middle Eastern country to do so. The bill was passed as two of the main coalition parties joined the opposition in supporting it. It must pass two more approvals to become a new law. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 23, 2020
Jul
23
Technology / Science

The China National Space Administration successfully launches Tianwen-1, China's first independent interplanetary mission to Mars, from Wenchang Spacecraft Laun

The China National Space Administration successfully launches Tianwen-1, China's first independent interplanetary mission to Mars, from Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site in Wenchang, Hainan. The mission includes an orbiter, lander and rover, which will search for evidence of both current and past life on the planet. (NBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 23, 2020
Jul
24
Politics / Government

2020 Belarusian presidential election Prominent opposition leader Valery Tsepkalo and his two sons flee to Russia after being barred from running in the electio

2020 Belarusian presidential election Prominent opposition leader Valery Tsepkalo and his two sons flee to Russia after being barred from running in the election and alleged threats of prosecution by the prosecutor's office, which declined to comment on Tsepkalo's escape. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 24, 2020
Jul
24
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Asia COVID-19 pandemic in Hong Kong Hong Kong reports 123 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours.

COVID-19 pandemic in Asia COVID-19 pandemic in Hong Kong Hong Kong reports 123 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours. The new cases include 115 cases that were locally transmitted, making it another record for three consecutive days. (Reuters) COVID-19 pandemic in India India reports 49,310 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours, another record high since pandemic began. (Hindustan Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 24, 2020
Jul
25
Politics / Government

2020 Central African Republic general election Deposed president François Bozizé announces his bid for the presidency, despite being the subject of sanctions by

2020 Central African Republic general election Deposed president François Bozizé announces his bid for the presidency, despite being the subject of sanctions by the United Nations and an arrest warrant, issued by the current government, for alleged crimes against humanity. The Central African Republic has been in a civil war between Muslims and Christians since he was deposed in 2013. It is not known whether the charges against him will play a role in his candidacy. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 25, 2020
Jul
25
Politics / Government

Deposed president François Bozizé announces his bid for the presidency, despite being the subject of sanctions by the United Nations and an arrest warrant, issu

Deposed president François Bozizé announces his bid for the presidency, despite being the subject of sanctions by the United Nations and an arrest warrant, issued by the current government, for alleged crimes against humanity. The Central African Republic has been in a civil war between Muslims and Christians since he was deposed in 2013. It is not known whether the charges against him will play a role in his candidacy. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 25, 2020
Jul
25
War / Conflict / Security

2020 Atlantic hurricane season Hurricane Hanna Tropical Storm Hanna is upgraded to a hurricane and heads toward the Texas coast, threatening to bring heavy rain

2020 Atlantic hurricane season Hurricane Hanna Tropical Storm Hanna is upgraded to a hurricane and heads toward the Texas coast, threatening to bring heavy rain, storm surge and possible tornadoes. Hanna is reported as the first hurricane of the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season by the U.S. National Hurricane Center. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 25, 2020
Jul
25
War / Conflict / Security

Hurricane Hanna Tropical Storm Hanna is upgraded to a hurricane and heads toward the Texas coast, threatening to bring heavy rain, storm surge and possible torn

Hurricane Hanna Tropical Storm Hanna is upgraded to a hurricane and heads toward the Texas coast, threatening to bring heavy rain, storm surge and possible tornadoes. Hanna is reported as the first hurricane of the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season by the U.S. National Hurricane Center. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 25, 2020
Jul
25
War / Conflict / Security

Tropical Storm Hanna is upgraded to a hurricane and heads toward the Texas coast, threatening to bring heavy rain, storm surge and possible tornadoes.

Tropical Storm Hanna is upgraded to a hurricane and heads toward the Texas coast, threatening to bring heavy rain, storm surge and possible tornadoes. Hanna is reported as the first hurricane of the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season by the U.S. National Hurricane Center. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 25, 2020
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