Election subversion case against Trump dismissed by judge

Agence France Presse 11/26/2024

WASHINGTON, United States — A judge on Monday granted a request by prosecutors to dismiss the election subversion case against Donald Trump because of a Justice Department policy of not prosecuting a sitting president. Judge Tanya Chutkan…

British man captured by Russia while fighting for Ukraine

Agence France Presse 11/26/2024

A British man has said his son has been captured by Russian forces while fighting in Ukraine, after unconfirmed reports that a foreign fighter had been detained. Scott Anderson, 41, told the Daily Mail that he had…

Putin signs law allowing Ukraine fighters to write off unpaid debts

Agence France Presse 11/24/2024

MOSCOW — Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday signed a law that allows those who sign up to fight in Ukraine to write off unpaid debts worth almost $100,000, the government announced. The new legislation will be…

France’s Gisele Pelicot says ‘macho’ society must change attitude on rape

Agence France Presse 11/24/2024

Gisele Pelicot, the French woman drugged by her ex-husband so she could be raped and sexually abused by him and dozens of strangers, said that it was time for a “macho” society to change its attitude on…

Mass rape trial sparks demonstrations across France

Agence France Presse 11/24/2024

  Tens of thousands demonstrated in major French cities Saturday against violence targeting women, as campaigners push for the country to learn from a mass rape trial that has shocked the public. The prosecution in the southern…

Putin hints at strikes on West in ‘global’ Ukraine war

Agence France Presse 11/22/2024

DNIPRO, Ukraine — Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday that the conflict in Ukraine had characteristics of a “global” war and did not rule out strikes on Western countries. The Kremlin strongman spoke out after a day…

‘World of Warcraft’ still going strong as it celebrates 20 years

Agence France Presse 11/22/2024

As it celebrates its 20th birthday, online video game “World of Warcraft” has demonstrated a rare longevity thanks to its loyal following and constant evolutions. “It is inspiring to be able to work on this rare game…

Coachella 2025: Lady Gaga, Green Day, Post Malone headline

Agence France Presse 11/21/2024

Lady Gaga, Green Day and Post Malone will headline the Coachella 2025 music and arts festival, organizers said Wednesday, while Travis Scott will play a special guest slot. Missy Elliott, Charli XCX and Megan Thee Stallion will…

Advanced Chinese warship showcased in Hong Kong

Agence France Presse 11/21/2024

An advanced Chinese warship thought to play a key role in the country’s South China Sea and Taiwan strategies sailed into Hong Kong on Thursday, part of a publicity campaign showcasing Beijing’s increasingly sophisticated military force. The…

LeBron James says he’s taking a break from social media

Agence France Presse 11/21/2024

NBA superstar LeBron James said Wednesday he was taking an indefinite hiatus from social media after sharing a post which railed against “negative” coverage in US media. James, who has some 212 million combined followers on his…

K-drama for mental health? Binge on, one expert says

Agence France Presse 11/21/2024

If you’ve ever binge-watched an entire season of a K-drama like “Squid Game” or “Crash Landing On You”, one Korean-American expert has good news: it’s likely improved your mental health. High production values, top-notch acting and attractive…

Ukraine reportedly fires UK Storm Shadow missiles into Russia

Agence France Presse 11/21/2024

KYIV, Ukraine — Ukraine has fired UK-supplied Storm Shadow missiles into Russia for the first time, British media reported Wednesday, after being given the green light from London. Several missiles were launched against at least one Russian…

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