No privacy, constant struggles for women in Gaza’s crowded tent camps

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) detected 17 Chinese military aircraft, eight naval vessels, and three official ships near the country, with 15 sorties crossing the Taiwan Strait's median line into its Air Defence Identification Zone. In response, Taiwan's armed forces deployed aircraft, naval ships, and coastal missile systems to monitor the situation. This escalation follows a pattern of increased Chinese activity around Taiwan, sparking concerns over regional stability amid Beijing's persistent claims over the...

The Trump administration's significant cuts to staff at national parks and forests have sparked backlash, impacting visitor access, conservation efforts, and public safety. Over 1,000 National Park Service workers and 3,400 US Forest Service employees have been terminated, leading to long lines, closed trails, and dirty facilities at various parks. Concerns are raised about the future of public safety, conservation of endangered species, and visitor experience as the busy spring and summer months approach. Full...

Mexico extradited 29 drug cartel members to the U.S., including Rafael Caro Quintero, charged with killing DEA agent Kiki Camarena. The White House praised the move, stating Trump directed the DOJ and State Department to make it happen. The extraditions come amid Trump's threat to impose tariffs on Mexican imports over drug trafficking concerns. Full Article

In southern China, a small ferry was struck by an oil spill cleaning vessel on the Yuanshui River in Hunan province, resulting in 11 deaths and five individuals still missing. The accident occurred in a deep and wide section of the river, with rescue operations ongoing. The larger vessel's three occupants, who were unharmed, are under investigation by authorities, while the cause of the crash remains unknown. Full Article

Joseph Czuba, an Illinois landlord, was convicted of murdering 6-year-old Palestinian American boy Wadee Alfayoumi and critically injuring his mother Hanaan Shahin in a stabbing incident related to the Hamas attack on Israel. Czuba was found guilty of multiple charges, including first-degree murder and hate crimes, after attacking his tenants due to their Palestinian American heritage. The prosecution presented evidence of Czuba's prejudiced motives and violent actions, leading to a conviction that was deemed appropriate...

President Trump's foreign policy approach, characterized by alienating longstanding allies and embracing Russia, may benefit China, according to former U.S. ambassador Winston Lord. Lord believes that Trump's actions are leading to a new world order where major powers dominate and norms and institutions are eroded. This shift, including threats of tariffs and withdrawal from international agreements, could diminish America's global influence and standing, with potential consequences in Asia. Full Article