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Gavin Butlerin Singapore andPhanindra DayalBBC Nepali in KathmanduGetty ImagesViolence has spiralled across Nepal amid anti-corruption protestsNepal’s army has deployed patrols on the streets of Kathmandu, as the Himalayan nation reels from the worst unrest it has seen in decades.Fierce protests against corruption and nepotism spiralled further on Tuesday into arson and violence. The prime minister resigned as politicians’ homes were vandalised, government buildings were set ablaze and parliament was stormed and torched.But the “Gen Z” groups spearheading the protests have distanced themselves from the destruction, saying the movement has been “hijacked by “opportunist” infiltrators.On Wednesday the streets of the capital…
Poland shot down drones that entered its airspace during a widespread Russian attack in western Ukraine on Wednesday, with the NATO member calling the incursion “an act of aggression.” Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said that he was in “constant contact” with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. Tusk has called for an emergency meeting of the council of ministers at 8 a.m., a government spokesman said. Poland’s military command said drones repeatedly violated Polish airspace during the Russian attack across the border, in western Ukraine, but that operations against these violations had now concluded. General Wieslaw Kukula, chief of the…
Gatestone Institute senior fellow Gordon Chang weighs in on President Donald Trump holding off on China sanctions over purchases of Russian oil and the Chinese economy slowing sharply in July. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the U.S. and India are “close friends and natural partners” while expressing his confidence that future trade negotiations could unlock “limitless potential.” In a post on X early Wednesday, Modi said both countries are working to settle trade discussions “at the earliest.” He added that he was looking forward to talks with President Donald Trump. “We will work together to secure a brighter, more…
The iPhone Air looks great with its sleek, thin new shape, but you may not want to choose this phone as your daily driver just yet. The new device announced at Apple’s hardware event on Tuesday is thinner and lighter than other models, at 5.6 mm with a 6.5-inch display. But for the time being, it’s also less capable in some areas than the base model iPhone 17, which could deter potential buyers. For instance, the Air’s battery lasts up to 27 hours, while the iPhone 17 lasts up to 30. It also lacks the iPhone 17’s ultrawide camera and…
We’ve heard tonight from multiple West Seattle High School students about an announcement that apparently affects most Seattle Public Schools high schools: Starting next Monday, less than two weeks into the new school year, high-school lunchtime will be split into two. Here’s a screenshot of the announcement sent to WSHS families. One WSHS student, Lemuel Turpaud, asked us to publish this message about it: I am a member of West Seattle High School, their ASB, and many clubs, and I have an important message to share to the community. Seattle Public Schools will be requiring all high schools in the…
GLOBAL SUDUM FLOTILLAGlobal Sumud Flotilla shared footage of the alleged strike on InstagramOne of the Gaza-bound vessels carrying aid and pro-Palestinian activists including Greta Thunberg was struck by a drone, the flotilla organisers have claimed.Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) posted footage on Instagram that appeared to show the Portuguese-flagged vessel being hit by an object, and said all six passengers and crew were safe after the incident outside the Tunisian port of Sidi Bou Said.Tunisian authorities quoted by Reuters said reports a drone was involved “had no basis in truth”, adding an initial inspection indicated the explosion originated inside the vessel.The…
Quadruple murderer Bryan Kohberger snapped several disturbing selfies – including him flexing shirtless with an apparent wound on one of his hands – days after killing four University of Idaho students in November 2022. Newly released photos obtained by NewsNation on Tuesday recorded a sliver of the convicted killer’s actions before he was arrested for the gruesome murders of Xana Kernoodle, Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen and Ethan Chapin. Kohberger gave a two-finger salute on the top of his forehead as his collarbones protruded from his shoulders, according to photos from the Latah County Sheriff’s Office, obtained by the outlet. Bryan Kohberger…
U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick discusses President Donald Trump’s potential trade agreement with China and Apple’s new $100 billion investment in the U.S. on ‘Mornings with Maria.’ FIRST ON FOX: More than 30 conservative organizations sent a letter to Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on Tuesday rejecting the Trump administration’s reported plan to impose a new patent tax. Americans for Tax Reform, Conservatives for Property Rights and the National Taxpayers Union are among the conservative watchdogs and policy groups leading the coalition against the “unprecedented change being considered for the U.S. patent system.”According to The Wall Street Journal, Lutnick has discussed…
What a difference a changing regulatory environment makes. Roughly nine months after suggesting that a young copy trading platform could only operate because it flew “under the radar” of regulators, Robinhood has announced its own entry into the space with “Robinhood Social,” a new feature that will allow users to follow and manually replicate the trades of prominent investors. The move represents a striking about-face for the online brokerage, which has historically been cautious about features that could attract regulatory scrutiny. The company famously ditched its celebratory digital confetti feature ahead of its 2021 IPO after regulators raised concerns about…
Got problems? Yes, you do! Email your question for the column to mailbox@savage.love! by Dan Savage I’m an early 40s lesbian in the Vegas area and I’m sorry to report that not all lesbians have gotten the memo that oral comes standard. I have faced this issue since I began dating. I’ve met many women who require creativity and persistence to come — and you know what? It’s my pleasure. I’m not just willing, I’m enthusiastic about doing whatever they need to get off. But when it comes time to reciprocate, there are too many women who don’t rise to the…