Tino Livramento's calf injury and withdrawal from England's World Cup squad highlights coach Thomas Tuchel's risky defensive selections and continued exclusion of Trent Alexander-Arnold.
Exiled Russian artist Robert Kuzovkov, known for mocking Vladimir Putin, was shot dead in Biala Podlaska, Poland. Two Belarusian citizens are detained in connection with the close-range shooting.
On June 16, 1976, Soweto students marched against Afrikaans instruction, facing police brutality. Dozens died, sparking widespread unrest and a new generation of anti-apartheid activists. Survivors recount trauma and lasting impact.
A circa 500 oppositori iraniani a Los Angeles hanno protestato davanti allo stadio SoFi prima della partita dell'Iran ai Mondiali, sventolando bandiere pre-rivoluzionarie e cantando contro il regime. La comunità di esuli è divisa tra sostenitori del regime e oppositori.
Rana Safvi's visit to Mohammad Barkatullah's grave in San Francisco highlights the fading memory of the revolutionary who co-founded India's first government-in-exile. Despite his significant contributions to India's freedom struggle, his name is being debated for removal from Bhopal University, his only namesake institution.
Military leaders in Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso have intensified repression since 2020, using defamation and antiterrorism laws to detain journalists and activists, and shutting down independent media. Critics, including Ulf Laessing and Binta Sidibe-Gascon, highlight the severe curtailment of freedoms and the rise of authoritarianism, with little hope for immediate peace or democratic restoration.
Geoffrey Cain's 'Steve Jobs in Exile' explores Jobs' critical NeXT era, detailing its impact on his evolution and the lasting technological innovations that influenced macOS and iOS.
Ollie Robinson marked his England Test return with a historic 3-wicket first over, leading the team to a strong position against New Zealand at Lord's, after a 2-year absence due to off-field issues and injuries.
Wu'er Kaixi, a prominent Tiananmen Square protest leader, warns that China poses a threat to global civilization, driven by profit rather than ideology. Now living in Taipei, Kaixi criticizes appeasement policies and urges governments to be wary of Chinese investments.
Director Céline Sciamma discusses her artistic reflections and a "small form of exile from fiction" following the success of "Portrait of a Young Girl on Fire." She questions the growth in public recognition and her industry standing, choosing to re-evaluate her work within a broader political context concerning the social function of art.
Afghan women's cricket team in exile seeks ICC recognition after FIFA allows Afghan women's football team to compete internationally, despite Taliban's ban on women's sports.
Exiled Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya visited Kyiv amid warnings of Russia drawing Belarus deeper into the war. She met with Ukraine's Foreign Minister, stating a democratic Belarus is key to regional stability, while acknowledging Lukashenko's alarming "gearing up for war" rhetoric.
UK police are investigating a song by rapper 021kid (Tony Mohraz) that incites violence against the MEK and other groups. This highlights a growing conflict within the Iranian diaspora in London between monarchist supporters and the MEK, leading to scuffles and intimidation.
Amidst the destruction in Gaza, Palestinian poetry has become a vital form of expression, preserving hope, documenting collective grief, and bearing witness to history. A new collection, 'Folding a River,' showcases student work.
Thomas Tuchel has announced his England squad for the World Cup, including a surprise inclusion of Ivan Toney and overlooking Trent Alexander-Arnold. Harry Maguire, Cole Palmer, and Phil Foden were also excluded.
The US announced criminal charges against a Cuban official for the 1996 downing of two civilian planes. China condemned the sanctions, supporting Cuba's sovereignty.
Former Cuban President Raúl Castro has been indicted in the U.S. on charges of murder and conspiracy for his alleged role in the 1996 downing of two civilian aircraft operated by Brothers to the Rescue, killing four U.S. nationals. The indictment, announced in Miami, accuses Castro of authorizing deadly force against the exile group.
The number of Tibetans escaping to India and Nepal has drastically fallen, making information about conditions inside Tibet scarce. China's increased surveillance and border control, coupled with Nepal's alignment with Beijing, have made escape nearly impossible.
The US indicts Raúl Castro for the 1996 downing of two American planes, killing four US citizens, with the US vowing to pursue justice despite the passage of time.
The US indicted Raúl Castro, Cuba's former president, and five others for conspiracy to kill US nationals, murder, and destruction of aircraft related to the 1996 shooting down of two planes, killing four Americans.
The US Justice Department is reportedly preparing to indict former Cuban leader Raul Castro over the 1996 downing of two civilian aircraft. The move, expected Wednesday, would mark the first criminal charges against a Castro brother and could escalate US-Cuba tensions.
James Tedesco has been selected as New South Wales's fullback for the State of Origin series opener, replacing Dylan Edwards. The Sydney Roosters captain's strong form secured his spot over Edwards, who started last year's series. The NSW team features six debutants, while Queensland also names new faces and backs Sam Walker at halfback.
West Bengal BJP chief Samik Bhattacharya sarcastically invited TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee to campaign in Falta ahead of the May 21 repoll, claiming the TMC has been 'sent into exile' by the people. Bhattacharya mocked the TMC's electoral setback and alleged their leadership had disappeared from public view.
France's National Assembly passed a bill to return looted cultural artifacts, with Deputy Jeremie Patrier-Leitus invoking Victor Hugo's 1861 condemnation of France and Britain for looting China's Old Summer Palace.
