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Russia protested to Japan’s ambassador on Tuesday over anti-Russian remarks made by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. The dispute involves islands seized by the Soviet Union after World War Two. Moscow said, "Russia's sovereignty and jurisdiction over the Southern Kuril Islands are indisputable." This long row continues to block a peace treaty.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov told North Korea that both nations are working to establish a "new and righteous world order." This message followed North Korea sending 14,000 soldiers to Russia in late 2024. Lavrov said this cooperation shows the militant friendship between the two countries as they boost ties.
Ghana’s president, John Dramani Mahama, visited Jamaica this month to discuss repatriation for people of African descent. He said, “a right of all persons of African descent.” Officials now seek reparations from Britain to help fund this return. Many Rastafarians hope these payments will finally make their journey home possible.
Russia protested to Japan’s ambassador after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi called Vladimir Putin’s visit to the Kuril Islands “absolutely unacceptable.” Putin visited the disputed territory last Thursday, sparking tensions. Takaichi said, “The Northern Territories are inherently part of Japan’s territory, both historically and under international law,” further straining diplomatic relations.
Texas Tech University is using A.I. to identify and remove course materials related to sexual orientation and gender identity. Professors called the reports "A.I. slop" after finding factual errors. The American Association of University Professors sued the school last month, claiming the review process violates the First Amendment and discriminates.
Shasta County clerk Clint Curtis said on Sunday that he plans to hire Tina Peters as an assistant registrar of voters. Peters, a Colorado woman convicted of tampering with voting machines in 2024, faces parole limits. Curtis said, "She has experience," but many local officials now worry about increased election distrust.
Tuesday’s primary elections in Alaska, Florida and beyond feature pivotal Senate races and heated congressional contests. Alaska’s nonpartisan primary tests the strength of Dan S. Sullivan and Mary Peltola. Meanwhile, Florida’s redrawn map challenges Debbie Wasserman Schultz, and Northern California voters choose a replacement for former Representative Eric Swalwell on Tuesday.
Florida’s Tuesday primary shows the state is now a solid Republican bastion. Republicans hold every statewide office and have drastically swung voter registration. "We've really respected the voters and worked really hard to build that trust and support," said Gov. Ron DeSantis. Democrats now face a tough political landscape.
Pakistan’s Supreme Court on Tuesday ordered Imran Khan’s transfer from Adiala prison to Shifa International Hospital within two days. The court directed that Khan’s family be allowed to meet him at the hospital. This decision follows reports of his poor health, as his party long pushed for better medical care.
The Fourth Criminal Court in Damascus sentenced Wassim al-Assad to death on Tuesday. The cousin of ousted ruler Bashar al-Assad got this sentence for crimes including murder and torture. He is the first family member to face trial in person. Judges said his actions were crimes against humanity and war crimes.
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Chocó, Colombia, last week, leaving the remote region in ruins. Authorities struggle to reach isolated communities as residents face severe hunger and homelessness. Governor Nubia Carolina Córdoba said, "The dimension of the tragedy in Chocó lies in how many living people today have nothing."
A judge Monday delayed Luigi Mangione's state murder trial to consider a motion for dismissal. Mangione pleaded guilty Friday to federal stalking charges regarding the death of Brian Thompson. His lawyer said he became a "pawn in parallel prosecutions." Prosecutors now have until Oct. 9 to respond to the request.