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UN raises alert over US nitrogen-gas execution, says it could be torture
The United Nations Human Rights Office has expressed apprehension over Alabama‘s plan to conduct an execution using nitrogen gas, stating that it could potentially amount to torture. Kenneth Eugene Smith has been on death row since 1996. He will be the first person executed by Alabama’s nitrogen hypoxia method in the U.S. Alabama canceled its… -
N. Korea declares Seoul its ‘primary adversary,’ reveals clones of US drones
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has officially terminated efforts for reunification with South Korea, citing the nation’s bolstered defense capabilities and strengthened ties with Russia. The announcement, made through the state-run Korean Central News Agency, emphasized Pyongyang’s view of Seoul as its primary adversary, attributing the decision to Seoul’s strengthened joint military exercises with… -
Lloyd Austin released from hospital after prostate surgery complications
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin was discharged from Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on Monday, Jan. 15, after receiving non-surgical care and evaluations. Austin’s doctors released a statement indicating significant progress and a positive outlook for a full recovery. According to the doctors’ statement, Austin showed improvement throughout his stay, and he has been… -
Iceland volcano erupts again, triggers second evacuation of Grindavik
For more than two years, the Reykjanes Peninsula in southwest Iceland has grappled with the presence of active volcanoes. Volcanologists, anticipating eruptions since November following a series of earthquakes, saw an eruption over the weekend as the latest natural force impacting the evacuated town of Grindavík. The Fagradalsfjall volcano erupted for the second time in… -
Oregon’s top court lets Trump stay on ballot for now, waits for SCOTUS ruling
In a ruling on Friday, Jan. 12, Oregon’s top court granted permission for former President Donald Trump to remain on the state’s primary ballot, leaving the final decision on his eligibility to the U.S. Supreme Court. The state justices rejected a challenge that sought to remove Trump from the ballot based on the 14th Amendment,… -
South Africa levels genocide charges against Israel in ICJ over Gaza war
In a pivotal address to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Jan. 11, South Africa accused Israel of genocide against Palestinians, seeking urgent intervention. Israel, denying the claim, has initiated massive bombardment in response to Hamas-led terror attacks. As a party to the 1948 Genocide Convention, South Africa urged the ICJ for provisional measures,… -
Poland’s newly elected PM Tusk faces protests amid constitutional crisis
Prime Minister Donald Tusk is grappling with a significant political upheaval as ousted rival Jarosław Kaczyński leads protests, intensifying an ongoing constitutional crisis. Tusk’s government dismantled state-run media, alleging bias in favor of the right-wing Law and Justice (PiS) party. The decision to replace media directors sparked accusations of illegality from PiS, further escalating tensions… -
OpenAI challenges New York Times lawsuit on fair use and copyright
OpenAI is challenging a lawsuit from The New York Times in the court of public opinion. In a blog post, OpenAI said the lawsuit lacks merit, also suggesting that the Times isn’t providing a complete picture of the situation. The Times claims copyright infringement, asserting that OpenAI and Microsoft used the company’s articles to train… -
From AI-controlled cars to transparent OLED TVs: Top innovations at CES 2024
At CES 2024, cutting-edge innovations showcase the latest advancements in tech. AI-powered machines and electric vehicles were the top contenders for best of show, and here are some of those standouts. Sony showcased a new prototype car called AFEELA during CES 2024, demonstrating the capability to control the vehicle using a PlayStation DualSense controller. Sony… -
Farmers clog Germany’s highways with tractors during weeklong protests
Thousands of farmers in Germany began a nationwide weeklong protest on Jan. 8, expressing their discontent with government cuts to agricultural subsidies. The demonstrations escalated as farmers, opposing the elimination of diesel tax breaks, blocked highways and city roads, leading to widespread traffic disruptions throughout the country. Reinhard Jung, a spokesperson for the Free Farmers,… -
NRA CEO Wayne LaPierre resigns ahead of corruption trial
Wayne LaPierre, the longstanding leader of the National Rifle Association (NRA), announced his resignation Friday, Jan. 5, days before the start of a corruption trial in New York scrutinizing his leadership. LaPierre held the position of executive vice president and CEO at the NRA since 1991. The effective date of his resignation is Jan. 31,… -
Russia’s escalating aerial assaults in Ukraine fueled by North Korea
Russia’s aerial assaults on civilian infrastructure in Ukraine show no signs of stopping as the New Year unfolds. The attacks, escalating in intensity, have resulted in the loss of dozens of innocent lives and left hundreds more injured. The White House has expressed heightened concern, revealing that Russia is employing short-range ballistic missiles sourced from… -
Multiple US government buildings evacuated after continuing bomb threats
Government buildings across the United States faced bomb threats for the second consecutive day on Thursday, Jan. 4. The Mississippi Capitol, along with the state Supreme Court and Hinds County Circuit Court buildings, were evacuated as a precautionary measure. Similar incidents were reported in Arkansas, Massachusetts, Florida and Maine, adding to the heightened state of…
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