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The Hague On June 28, three human rights groups filed a new lawsuit against the Dutch government, alleging that the ban on the supply of F-35 fighter jet parts to Israel is not being respected in practice. In February, an appeals court handed down a landmark ruling ordering the Netherlands to stop supplying parts for the fighter jets used by Israel in attacks on the Gaza Strip. The tribunal said at the time that there was a “clear risk” that the aircraft would be involved in violations of international humanitarian law. But human rights groups argue the ban did not…

The Schengen Area, made up of 29 countries, is the world's largest borderless area, allowing free movement of people from country to country. However, not many people are lucky enough to pack their bags and travel to Europe without having to worry about the Schengen visa application process. A Schengen visa is a travel permit that allows any holder to enter and stay in the Schengen Area/European Union for short stays of up to 90 days within any 180 day period. Currently, citizens of 104 countries around the world need a Schengen visa to travel to Europe. Here is the…

Supporters of Joe Biden had hoped the debate would allay concerns that Biden was too old to be president, but lawmakers, analysts and investors also said it gave a boost to Trump.Republican presidential candidates Donald Trump (left) and Joe Biden (right) speak simultaneously during a CNN-sponsored presidential debate in Atlanta on Thursday (June 27). (Photo: PTI) Reuters Tokyo/Seoul Foreign policy was barely discussed in the first 2024 US presidential debate, but Joe Biden's shaky performance will leave US allies bracing for a return of Donald Trump, analysts said. Biden's supporters had hoped the debate would allay concerns that he was…

Iranians began voting on Friday to choose a new president from among four candidates loyal to the tightly controlled supreme leader amid growing public discontent following the death of Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash. Iranian presidential election: Voting begins with limited options (AFP) Voting opens at 8am (4:30am GMT) and closes at 6pm (6:30pm GMT), but usually extends until midnight. The election coincides with a period of rising regional tensions due to Israel's war with Iran's allies Hamas in the Gaza Strip and Hezbollah in Lebanon, as well as increasing Western pressure over Iran's burgeoning nuclear program. The election…

Iranians began voting on Friday to choose a new president from among four candidates loyal to the tightly controlled supreme leader amid growing public discontent following the death of Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash. Iranian presidential election: Voting begins with limited options (AFP) {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} Voting opens at 8am (4:30am GMT) and closes at 6pm (6:30pm GMT), but usually extends until midnight. Get ready to watch the final stage of the World Cup only on Crickit. Anytime, anywhere. Enjoy now! The election coincides with a period of rising regional tensions due to Israel's war with Iran's allies…

Food waste is a serious problem worldwide: it contributes to climate change and is costly for food manufacturers, retailers and consumers.According to the United Nations, about 13 percent of food produced globally is lost between harvest and retail, and an estimated 17 percent of food produced globally is wasted in households, food services and retail outlets.”Food loss and waste undermine the sustainability of our food system,” a UN spokesperson said. “When food is lost or wasted, all the resources used to produce that food are wasted, including water, land, energy, labour and capital. Moreover, disposing of food loss and waste…

I woke up yesterday morning and started making calls.I was scheduled to appear on CNBC at 7:30 p.m. to answer the vague question, “Do debates matter anymore?” I called national and local reporters, strategists, analysts, campaign veterans, winners and losers, Republicans and Democrats alike.Biden's reelection chances dashed by disastrous debateThey all gave the same basic answer: With Election Day still a long way away, barring a major gaffe or blowback, he'll likely be forgotten within 48 hours — maybe even less, given the upcoming Fourth of July holiday.And then it was 9pm. I met with some friends in the media,…

A few days ago, a video posted on X (formerly Twitter) of Telangana Police outwitting a driver went viral on the internet. The video shows two passengers on a scooter. On noticing the presence of a “cop” on the road, the driver quickly parks the vehicle on the side of the road, puts on his helmet and resumes driving. However, on approaching the “cop,” the passengers realise that the “cop” is a realistic, two-dimensional cardboard cutout placed on the road to stop rule-breakers. Cardboard cutouts of Telangana Police to deter rule violators. (X/@AbhishekSay) {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} From a distance,…

The weekend is fast approaching and you're not sure what to eat?Fall River Eats brings you a weekly roundup of new menus, food events and specials coming to the area across the region.A new local market is opening this week, but its items will be familiar to most in the Swansea area, and Fall River residents are being invited to take part in another delicious food challenge.The Fourth of July is fast approaching and there are plenty of events planned that are packed with music, fun, and of course, food.Here's a quick look at what's on offer across the South…

Breaking News: The economic alliance BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) has come out strong in its de-dollarization mission for 2024. Gold and oil production have become key strategies to dethrone the US Dollar. Led by the five founding nations and more recent joiners, the bloc is keen to abandon the US dollar as the main global reserve currency. The Alliance is leveraging multiple sectors and resources to achieve this goal, and these sectors have worked well so far. Latest BRICS News: Gold and Oil-Based Strategies of Countries Gold has always been considered a safe store of value,…