Israel launches attacks in Gaza while Blinken heads to region to help negotiate cease-fire
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — 19 people, including a woman and her six children, have been killed as a result of Israeli strikes across Gaza. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is traveling to the region in an attempt to finalize a cease-fire deal after lengthy negotiations. The U.S., along with mediators Egypt and Qatar, are close to reaching an agreement following talks in Doha. Both American and Israeli officials are cautiously optimistic about the progress. However, Hamas is showing resistance to what they perceive as new demands from Israel, leading to repeated stalls in the negotiations. The proposed three-phase process includes Hamas releasing all hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners and Israel withdrawing from the territory.
Harris and Trump present contrasting positions on key issues in presidential race
WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris has taken over the presidential ticket from President Joe Biden. Despite this change, Harris’s primary policy goals largely align with Biden’s “finish the job” campaign message. Former President Donald Trump, on the other hand, is eager to return to the White House and achieve what he couldn’t during his first term. While Harris has not announced many major proposals since assuming the position, she has indicated that she will continue to pursue Biden’s key objectives regarding the economy, health care, foreign policy, immigration, and the environment. Significant policy disparities persist between Harris and Trump.
Thousands of activists expected in Chicago for Democratic convention to demand Gaza ceasefire
CHICAGO (AP) — Thousands of activists are set to gather in Chicago during the Democratic National Convention to draw attention to abortion rights, economic justice, and the conflict in Gaza. While Vice President Kamala Harris is generating excitement among supporters as she prepares to accept the Democratic nomination, progressive activists remain focused on their mission. Learning from the recent Republican National Convention, activists anticipate larger crowds and more vigorous demonstrations in Chicago, a city known for its strong social activism roots.
Trump delivers economic remarks and personal insults at rally in crucial Pennsylvania
WILKES-BARRE, Pa. (AP) — Former President Donald Trump’s rally in northeastern Pennsylvania featured a mix of economic discussions, personal attacks, and non-sequiturs. Trump repeatedly made remarks comparing his appearance to Vice President Kamala Harris and veered between economic policy points and insults targeting President Joe Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron. Trump’s rally, held in a pivotal battleground area, aimed to secure support from conservative, white working-class voters near Biden’s hometown to bolster the Republican’s bid to reclaim the presidency.
French icon Alain Delon passes away at 88
PARIS (AP) — Alain Delon, the renowned French actor known for embodying both villainous and heroic roles, has died at the age of 88, as reported by French media. Delon’s captivating looks and sensitive demeanor allowed him to blend toughness with vulnerability, establishing him as one of France’s most memorable leading men. His children confirmed his passing in a statement to French national news agency Agence France-Presse, triggering an outpouring of tributes on social media and extensive coverage of his illustrious career by French media outlets.
Hurricane Ernesto weakens into tropical storm as it moves away from Bermuda
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Hurricane Ernesto has transitioned into a tropical storm as it moves away from Bermuda over the Atlantic Ocean. The storm brought heavy rains and strong winds to the British territory before diminishing in intensity. Residents were forced to remain indoors, and over 23,000 people lost power due to the storm. Ernesto’s sustained winds decreased to 70 mph, with the storm located northeast of Bermuda and moving in a north-northeasterly direction. The U.S. National Hurricane Center warns of potentially life-threatening surf and rip currents along the East Coast of the United States and Canada. Ernesto is projected to pass near southeastern Newfoundland by Monday night.
Venezuelans worldwide demonstrate in support of opposition’s election victory claim
CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — Venezuelans across the globe have taken to the streets in response to a call by the country’s political opposition to defend their claim of victory over President Nicolás Maduro in the recent presidential election. Demonstrations in various cities, including Caracas, Tokyo, Sydney, and Mexico City, aim to emphasize the opposition’s assertion of the election outcome, urge governments to back candidate Edmundo González, and express solidarity with Venezuelans at home facing repression under the Maduro regime.
Protests erupt in India following rape and murder of doctor
NEW DELHI (AP) — Recent protests by medical professionals and women’s groups across Indian cities have highlighted growing anger over the government’s failure to address escalating violence against women. The demonstrations were sparked by the rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor at a state-run hospital in Kolkata. A police volunteer at the hospital has been detained in connection with the crime. The protests, predominantly led by women, demand a safer working environment and stricter measures to prevent violence against women.
Mali tackles mounting garbage issue with donkey carts
BAMAKO, Mali (AP) — As garbage piles up in Bamako, Mali’s capital, residents are turning to donkey carts for waste collection. With the city’s population doubling in recent years, waste management has become a significant challenge, leading to streets littered with garbage. Donkey carts offer a flexible and efficient solution for collecting garbage in areas inaccessible to trucks, particularly on poorly maintained roads. However, the existing transfer sites in the city do not meet required standards, resulting in ongoing debates between authorities and residents over the trash crisis.
Search for Tulsa Race Massacre victims yields three additional sets of remains
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The latest search for victims of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre has uncovered three more sets of remains, all showing visible gunshot wounds. Archaeologists working on the project exhumed a total of 11 sets of remains in Oaklawn Cemetery, with one of the newly discovered sets also displaying burn injuries. This marks the fourth search initiated by Tulsa Mayor G.T. Bynum in 2018, resulting in the discovery of 47 remains. In July, officials identified the first set of remains as those of C.L. Daniel from Georgia.
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