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Trump just brought a group of White South Africans to the US as refugees. What are they escaping?

“Understanding the Refugee Status of White South Africans Brought to the US by Trump”

Under the Trump administration, a small number of white South Africans were…
Trump's tariff truce with China brings some relief but uncertainty over what's next

Trump’s agreement with China on tariffs provides a bit of relief, but questions remain about the future.

WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump’s agreement with China to temporarily slash tariffs…
First group of 49 white South Africans leaves for the US after Trump offered them refugee status

Initial wave of 49 white South Africans departs for the US following acceptance of refugee status by Trump

A group of 49 white South Africans departed their homeland Sunday for…
Unease lingers in Kashmir despite ceasefire between India and Pakistan

Tension persists in Kashmir even with ceasefire accord between India and Pakistan

NEELUM VALLEY – Joy about an India-Pakistan ceasefire was short-lived in Kashmir.…
From the left and right, US Catholics hope new pope fulfills their hopes

“US Catholics Anticipate New Pope Meeting Their Expectations from All Directions”

News broke that the Catholic Church worldwide would have its first pope…
Dutch-led Suriname team digitizes 100,000 documents to preserve Jewish history in the Caribbean

“Dutch-based Suriname group digitizes 100,000 documents to safeguard Jewish heritage in the Caribbean”

AMSTERDAM – The fire in April not only damaged historic buildings in…
Koyo Kouoh, 2026 Venice Art Biennale curator, dies suddenly at age 58

Art curator for the 2026 Venice Biennale, Koyo Kouoh, passes away at 58

ROME – Koyo Kouoh, the curator of the 2026 Venice Art Biennale,…
Russia’s Victory Day parade begins, marking the 80th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany

Russia celebrates 80th anniversary of defeating Nazi Germany with Victory Day parade

In Moscow, Russia commemorated the 80th anniversary of the victory over Nazi…
Americans in St. Peter's Square were stunned by choice of new pope

The selection of the new pope amazed Americans in St. Peter’s Square

Americans gathered in St. Peter’s Square were shocked and overjoyed by the…
Israeli strikes across Gaza kill more than 40 people as Israel prepares to ramp up its offensive

Israel increases offensive in Gaza, resulting in more than 40 fatalities

DEIR EL-BALAH – According to hospital officials, Israeli attacks throughout Gaza resulted…