Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, made a stop in Bangkok on his way to a U.S. court where he is expected to be freed and resolve the legal case related to the publication of classified documents on the site. Assange landed in Thailand, and he is scheduled to appear in court in the Northern Mariana Islands to plead guilty to an Espionage Act charge of unlawfully obtaining and disseminating classified information. After the plea, he plans to return to Australia.
Israel’s Supreme Court has ruled that the military must start drafting ultra-Orthodox men for military service, a decision that could lead to the collapse of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government as the country continues to fight in Gaza. The ruling applies Israel’s compulsory military service system to ultra-Orthodox men, who have been exempt from the draft in the past. The exemptions have caused tension between the secular public and the ultra-Orthodox community.
Debate preparation for President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump often involves looking back at past memorable debate moments. These moments can be rehearsed zingers or spontaneous reactions that can make candidates appear relatable or out of touch. Debate experts emphasize that anything can happen during these high-stakes events.
North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum, a potential pick for Donald Trump’s vice president, is facing challenges at home with a controversial carbon dioxide pipeline project. The project has divided the state and put Burgum in a difficult political position as he seeks to align himself with key players in the energy industry.
U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy has declared gun violence a public health crisis, calling for stricter gun control measures to address the growing number of injuries and deaths involving firearms in the country. The advisory includes recommendations for banning automatic rifles and implementing universal background checks for gun purchases.
Video footage and investigative records have raised questions about the fatal shooting of a Black motorist by a Georgia state trooper. The trooper avoided trial after a grand jury declined to indict him, despite experts viewing the shooting as unjustified. The incident has sparked renewed scrutiny of law enforcement practices.
Parts of the Midwest are facing the possibility of more rainstorms following days of heavy rains that have caused flooding in the region. The flooding has claimed two lives, caused a river to surge around a dam, and prompted evacuations and rescues. Residents are bracing for additional rain and severe weather that could exacerbate the flooding.
Iran’s supreme leader is urging “maximum” voter turnout in the upcoming presidential election to defy external pressures. The election follows the death of hard-line President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash. The call for high turnout comes after record low voter participation in a parliamentary election earlier in the year.
Catholics across the United States are participating in a two-month National Eucharistic Pilgrimage to renew their devotion to the Eucharist. The pilgrimage involves traditional devotions, processions, and gatherings aimed at reinforcing the belief in Jesus’ real presence in the Eucharist. Despite some questioning the need for the pilgrimage, bishops believe it is essential to reaffirm the doctrine of the Eucharist.
China’s Chang’e 6 probe has returned to Earth with samples from the far side of the moon, marking a global first. The samples include volcanic rock and soil that scientists hope will provide insights into the geological differences between the near and far sides of the moon. The mission is significant as it sheds light on the previously unexplored areas of the lunar surface.
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