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Thousands protest in Tunisia over pollution from phosphate plant
Thousands in southern Tunisia rally to shut a state phosphate plant blamed for cancer, illness, and mass poisoning.
The megadonor hypocrisy
We compare and contrast Trump’s 2015 attack on Marco Rubio over donor ties with his own close ties to the same family.
Malnourished kids in Gaza face lifelong “range of effects”
Kirk Prichard on the long-term effects of severe malnourishment on Palestinian children and mothers in Gaza.
Insurrection Act: What is it, and does US president have plenary authority?
Trump considers deploying military domestically using Insurrection Act amid debates on legal terms and implications.
Indonesia and Kluivert part ways after FIFA World Cup 2026 miss
Indonesia appointed Patrick Kluivert in January on a two-year deal to boost hopes of reaching next year's World Cup.
Madagascar’s new army ruler to be sworn in as Rajoelina confirms departure
Military leader to take his oath as president on Friday as African Union calls for the restoration of civilian rule.
Gaza’s ailing children ‘desperately waiting for help’ despite ceasefire
Continued Israeli restrictions still choking the flow of aid especially to the neediest patients in hospitals in Gaza.
Who pays to rebuild Gaza after Israel’s devastating war?
The United Nations estimates more than $70bn is needed to rebuild Gaza.
Analysis: Why Pakistan and the Taliban won’t find it easy to patch up
Despite the challenges to peace, both know they will hurt from continued hostilities – and need a path to peace.
A week after the floods, central Mexico still reels from the devastation
At least 66 lives lost, 75 missing, as torrential rains submerge towns, leaving residents desperate for aid, recovery.