Ethiopia is conducting forced evictions on an "unprecedented" scale, Amnesty International said on Monday, urging authorities to "immediately pause" urban renewal projects. The international NGO urged a pause in evictions and suspension of the project "until a human rights impact assessment is conducted".
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Michigan state Senator Mallory McMorrow has announced her candidacy for the US Senate, emphasizing the need for new Democratic leadership. McMorrow, known for her progressive stance and viral speeches, aims to bring fresh ideas to Washington and challenge the current political status quo.
A gunman entered Coquette Brasserie in Raleigh and fatally shot a man before turning the gun on himself. The shooter is in critical condition and another bystander was injured but not severely. Police believe the incident resulted from a dispute and confirmed it wasn’t random. Traffic near North Hills shopping mall and several schools were temporarily affected.
Barron Trump caught attention at the inauguration for his height and polite demeanor, exchanging greetings with Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. Social media speculated on his interaction with Biden, but a lip reader clarified that the exchange was light though Barron Trump's reply to Joe Biden was weird. "It's good to see you man," Biden apparently told Barron Trump.
Canada imposed a 25% tariff on non-CUSMA-compliant US vehicles in response to US auto tariffs. Prime Minister Mark Carney stated that this move aims to protect the Canadian auto industry and will not affect auto parts. The government is also pursuing legal action through the World Trade Organization to challenge the US tariffs.
Israel on Sunday said troops would stay in West Bank refugee camps for the coming year, announcing expanded military operations including tank deployments, after the displacement of tens of thousands of Palestinians. On Sunday, Israel's military said "a tank division will operate in Jenin" as part of "expanding" operations in the area.
Axel Rudakubana, an 18-year-old obsessed with violence, faces sentencing after pleading guilty to stabbing three young girls to death and injuring others at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class. The attack in Southport sparked anti-immigrant riots and prompted the UK government to reconsider its approach to terrorism and online radicalization.
Women in Gaza face severe hardships in tent camps, struggling with modesty, lack of privacy, limited access to menstrual products, and poor sanitary conditions. These challenges pose serious risks to their health and well-being, exacerbated by the ongoing conflict and displacement, which has left many without basic necessities and dignity.
Russian forces attacked Kherson with glide bombs and artillery, resulting in casualties. Oleksandr Prokudin reported the deliberate tactic to hinder rescue efforts. The attack damaged infrastructure. Earlier, Sumy was hit by Russian missiles, causing numerous deaths and injuries. Russia claimed the Sumy strike targeted military officers. Ceasefire talks are stalled, with both sides accusing each other of violations.
Greenland is holding an election on Tuesday amid close international attention. President Trump has shown interest in the US taking over Greenland and promised prosperity to its residents. Greenland’s political parties have different visions for independence and relations with the US and Denmark. The election will also highlight the daily life concerns of Greenlanders.