JERUSALEM—Israeli lawmakers on Monday approved a key portion of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s divisive plan to reshape the country’s justice system despite massive protests that have exposed unprecedented fissures in Israeli society. The vote came after a stormy session in which opposition lawmakers chanted “shame” and then stormed out of the chamber. The vote reflected…
Israeli Parliament Approves Key Part of Netanyahu’s Judicial Overhaul as Opposition Exits Chamber
Unmarried Parents Far More Likely to Split Before Their Children Become Teenagers
Parents who cohabit but never marry are far more likely to split up before their child becomes a teenager, a study has found. According to a report published by the Marriage Foundation on Monday, 46 per cent of 14-year-olds in the UK are no longer living with both natural parents. By the time their first-born…
IN DEPTH: If US Keeps Arming Ukraine, War Can Spiral out of Control: International Security Expert
July 24, 2023
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Continuous arming of Ukraine could lead to an escalation of the war with Russia that could eventually spiral out of control, expanding outside Ukraine, said an international security expert. “I do not believe that continuously [and] indefinitely arming the Ukrainians is going to force [Russian President Vladimir] Putin to simply leave all of the post-1991…
IN-DEPTH: How the Real Impact of COVID-19 Was Masked by Families Caring for Loved Ones
The number of families taking care of disabled and elderly relatives surged by millions following the COVID-19 pandemic, potentially masking the impact of lockdowns and vaccination policies on caregiving responsibilities. Decades of underfunding and lack of investment in residential and nursing care, combined with the post-pandemic staffing and a vaccine mandate have led to a…
IN-DEPTH: True Impact of Pandemic Policies Masked by Families Caring for Loved Ones
The number of families taking care of disabled and elderly relatives surged by millions following the COVID-19 pandemic, potentially masking the impact of lockdowns and vaccination policies on caregiving responsibilities. Decades of underfunding and lack of investment in residential and nursing care, combined with the post-pandemic staffing and a vaccine mandate have led to a…
At Least 15 Killed in Ferry Sinking in Indonesia
JAKARTA—At least 15 passengers were killed when a small ferry capsized during a short 20-minute journey near Indonesia’s Sulawesi island, the national search and rescue agency said on Monday. The other 33 passengers on board were rescued after the accident on Sunday night, the agency said in a statement, adding two of the victims were…
Huge Stakes in Court Battle for Hancock Mining Spoils
A court battle over billions in iron ore riches is underway, as Australia’s richest person Gina Rinehart defends her fortune amid a bitter legal dispute over her father’s legacy. Ms. Rinehart’s two eldest children and former business partners of her late father, mining pioneer Lang Hancock, are fighting for multibillion-dollar stakes in a lucrative iron…
NZ Justice Minister Arrested, Resigns for Mental Health Reasons
New Zealand’s Justice Minister Kiri Allan has resigned after she was charged with reckless driving and resisting arrest. Ms. Allan was involved in a car crash in the nation’s capital, Wellington, shortly after 9:00 p.m. on Sunday evening. Her breath test revealed she had driven while over the legal limit, but police have not pressed…
Homeowners, Renters Struggling With Housing Stress: Research
July 24, 2023
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A significant percentage of Australians are experiencing housing stress amid a sharp growth in rents and interest rates, according to new research. The national housing campaign Everybody’s Home, launched by a coalition of housing, homelessness, and welfare organisations has released a report (pdf) revealing the impact of the housing crisis on the community. The report,…
US Halts Aid Funding to Cambodia After Hun Sen Claims Another Lopsided Election
The Biden administration has announced it is suspending some its its foreign assistance programs in Cambodia after the Cambodian People’s Party (CPP), led by Prime Minister Hun Sen, claimed a landslide victory in another lopsided election on July 23. The preliminary results from the National Election Commission showed the CPP won 125 seats, while the…
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