Stories from 17 January 2024
The femicide of Julieta Hernández, a Venezuelan migrant in Brazil, sparks outrage across South America
Hernández Martínez was a beloved street artist, clown and cycling advocate. According to the Amazonas’ Civil Police, a local couple confessed to the crime of murdering the artist.
Will Lebanon be dragged into a comprehensive war?
As tensions escalate between Hezbollah and Israel, the MENA region is on the brink of a significant and potentially devastating war with profound implications for Lebanon and its neighbouring countries.
Can a third political party realistically compete and thrive in Ghana?
The multi-party system is enshrined in Ghana's constitution through the Political Parties Act 574, established in 2000. Nevertheless, the political scene is primarily dominated by two parties: the National Democratic Congress and the New Patriotic Party.
Azerbaijan ‘successfully’ uncovers another spy network
Pundits link the recent diplomatic tensions between Azerbaijan and France to the latter’s support for Armenia.
The Socotri language straddling survival amidst the absence of technology
Socotra has long weathered the tides of isolation amid Yemen's shifting regimes. Marginalization has obscured its cultural identity and hindered linguistic progress. Today, Socotris grapple with sudden technological openness.
