On the fifth anniversary of George Floyd's death, Congresswoman Ilhan Omar emphasized the urgent need for criminal justice reform and dismantling systemic racism. She highlighted the backlash against progress, including efforts to undo police reforms and DEI policies. Despite a decline in public belief in lasting change, Omar urged continued commitment to justice and honored Floyd's memory.
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Nicusor Dan, a pro-EU centrist, is set to be sworn in as Romania's president, pledging to counter isolationism and Russian influence. His victory follows a tense election rerun deemed crucial for the nation bordering Ukraine. Dan's win comes after the constitutional court annulled an earlier ballot due to alleged Russian interference.
Prince William is redefining the role of heir to the throne by actively managing the Duchy of Cornwall. He prioritizes using the estate to address critical social issues such as homelessness, mental health support for farmers, and sustainability in rural communities.
French President Emmanuel Macron visited Hanoi, advocating for stronger cooperation between Vietnam and France amidst global instability. He emphasized upholding international law, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region, highlighting France's commitment to maritime law. Agreements were signed in defense, nuclear power, and trade, including a significant aircraft purchase by VietJet from Airbus.
The Islamic State (IS) claimed its first attack against Syria's new government forces since Bashar al-Assad's ousting, planting an explosive device targeting a military vehicle in Sweida province. This incident, confirmed by the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, marks a shift from IS's primary focus on Kurdish-led forces.
Google on Friday urged a US judge to reject the notion of making it spin off its Chrome browser to weaken its dominance in online search. US government attorneys have called on Mehta to order Google divest itself of Chrome browser, contending that artificial intelligence is poised to ramp up the tech giant's dominance as the go-to window into the internet.
President Zelenskyy is meeting Chancellor Merz in Berlin as Ukraine seeks more military aid amidst intensified Russian attacks. Germany, a key military supporter, has lifted range restrictions on weapons supplied to Ukraine. Recent heavy drone and missile attacks have targeted both Ukrainian and Russian regions, disrupting infrastructure and causing damage, highlighting the conflict's escalation.
Police beefed up security at schools and religious buildings across Washington Friday as the US capital reeled from the fatal shooting of two Israeli embassy staffers outside a Jewish museum. He insisted there had been no way for the shooter to know the couple worked at the Israeli embassy.
Poles are set to vote on Sunday in a knife-edge presidential election with major implications for the country's role in Europe and for abortion and LGBTQ rights. Malgorzata Wojciechowska, a tour guide and teacher in her fifties, said Polish women "unfortunately do not have the same rights as our European friends".
President Trump expressed optimism regarding nuclear negotiations with Iran, hinting at a potential breakthrough soon. The talks, mediated by Oman, have shown "real progress" toward a new deal curbing Iran's nuclear activities for sanctions relief. While Iranian officials were more cautious, the negotiations precede a critical IAEA meeting and the expiry of key JCPOA provisions, adding urgency to the situation.