Thailand revives Clean Air Act to fight seasonal smog
Thailand's parliament has revived long-delayed legislation to recognize clean air as a protected public right, a major step in a country where seasonal smog has become an annual health emergency.
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Drone strike in Russian-held Luhansk kills at least 10
Authorities in the Russia-occupied Luhansk region of Ukraine said on Saturday that at least 10 people had died after a Ukrainian military drone strike hit a university complex and dorm area. Russia's state-run news agency RIA reported on Saturday that 12 people have been confirmed dead, citing the emergency ministry.
Germany marks Constitution Day with calls for civic engagement
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South Africa's struggle with xenophobia and state response
As attacks on migrants resurface in parts of South Africa, critics are questioning whether the government's response to xenophobia is working. South Africa has faced repeated outbreaks of violence targeting migrants from Zimbabwe, Nigeria, Somalia, Ethiopia, Malawi, Mozambique, Ghana and Zambia.
Record naturalizations in Germany in 2025
At least 309,852 people obtained a German passport in 2025, beating the 291,955 naturalizations the previous year, the weekly Welt am Sonntag has reported.
Rubio's India visit to mend ties and strengthen the Quad
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Germany's fast militarization threatens fundamental rights
In an era of populism and authoritarian regimes worldwide, fundamental rights are coming under increasing pressure in Germany, a country governed by the rule of law.
US directs green-card applicants to apply from abroad
The US government announced a new rule on Friday requiring foreigners to leave the United States and apply for green cards from within their home countries. The announcement is as the latest maneuver in a series of attempts the Trump administration has taken to restrict and limit immigration for people from dozens of countries.