insert_link Environment Effective climate activism requires honest conversations about its challenges By Mike DiGirolamo Climate activist Clover Hogan says environmental activists face growing challenges not just from outside their movements, but also from within. She shares how the prevalence of unpaid labor can make young activists’ lives even more difficult in the present while they advocate for a more livable future. Add to that criticism for perceived imperfections over lifestyle choices and infighting between colleagues that can lead some to choose […] todayApril 10, 2024 25
insert_link World Putin’s Russia: first arrests under new anti-LGBT laws mark new era of repression By Sergey Katsuba, University College Dublin Just over three decades after Russia decriminalised homosexuality in 1993, three people have been arrested and charged under the country’s harsh new anti-LGBT laws and could face ten years in prison for membership of an “extremist organisation”. The arrests are a clear indication of how Russia has come full circle on its persecution of sexual minorities under Vladimir Putin. On March […] todayApril 10, 2024 13
insert_link World U.S President Joseph Biden says Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is making a ‘mistake’ with his approach in Gaza 2 U.S President Joseph Biden says Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is making a 'mistake' with his approach in Gaza. President Biden is calling for a ceasefire and for Israel to allow more access for food and medicine. He's made the comments in an interview with Univision filmed days after several aid workers were killed in Gaza last week. todayApril 10, 2024 21
insert_link World The US is considering easing advisories against its citizens travelling to China The US is considering easing advisories against its citizens travelling to China, in a sign that relations have stabilised further. But American Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell warned that Chinese support for Russia's war in Ukraine puts that at risk. Laura Westbrook has more. todayApril 10, 2024 23
World Are embassies off-limits? Ecuadorian and Israeli actions suggest otherwise − and that sets a dangerous diplomatic precedent Ecuadorian special forces break into the Mexican Embassy in Quito. Alberto Suarez/API/AFP via Getty Images) Jorge Heine, Boston University It has long been held that embassies should be treated as “off-limits” to other nations. Yet in a single week, two governments – both long-established democracies – stand accused of violating, in different ways, the laws surrounding foreign diplomatic missions. First, on April 1, 2024, Iran’s embassy in Damascus was bombed, […] todayApril 10, 2024 10
insert_link World Trump bid to delay trial denied An appeals court in New York has rejected Donald Trump's efforts to delay his upcoming criminal trial. The case against Trump is scheduled to begin on Monday and centers around accusations that he paid hush money to a porn star ahead of the 2016 election. William Denselow reports from New York. todayApril 10, 2024 12
insert_link World Police in London, Paris and Madrid are on high alert ahead of this week’s Champions League Quarter Finals, after an apparent threat by Islamic State. Police in London, Paris and Madrid are on high alert ahead of this week's Champions League Quarter Finals, after an apparent threat by Islamic State. Organisers say they are aware of the threats, but that the matches will go ahead as planned. Simon Gaitán reports. todayApril 10, 2024 17
insert_link World UN says aid deliveries into Gaza are still being obstructed The United Nations says its still facing numerous challenges with aid delivery especially into the north of Gaza. It says Israel's inspection rules are still hindering certain items from being transported. However, Israel says several trucks are being allowed to enter the enclave, something the UN disputes. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York. todayApril 10, 2024 15
insert_link World Parents of US school shooter sentenced to 10-15 years in prison The parents of a US teenager who killed four students at his high school have been sentenced to 10 to 15 years in prison. James and Jennifer Crumbley were found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in separate trials earlier this year. The case has received much attention, as it's the first time a parent of a school shooter has been held directly responsible for the actions of their child. Sally Patterson […] todayApril 10, 2024 27