Moments that defined 2024

Tblisi court sentences opposition figure Nika Gvaramia to eight months and bans him from holding office for two years.A Georgian court sentenced opposition leader Nika Gvaramia to eight months in prison and barred him from office for two years, amidst rising repression against critics of the ruling Georgian Dream party. The UK and Amnesty International condemned the government's actions, citing concerns over democratic backsliding and the targeting of dissenting voices. Explain It To Me Like...

Ardie Savea's future position is pivotal as All Blacks coach Scott Robertson prepares to announce his first lineup of the year, potentially including up to four rookies, amid Wallace Sititi's injury. Sititi's ankle surgery complicates plans to shift him to his preferred position at the back of the scrum, which had implications for Savea taking the No 7 jersey. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Ardie Savea's playing position will help decide which new...

Building the Stade Hassan II in Morocco will cost $500 million, amidst ongoing recovery from a devastating earthquake, and is funded by high taxation rates. While Morocco invests in football, including women's development, concerns about economic disparity and restricted freedom of expression persist, with unemployment at 21.3%. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Morocco is spending a lot of money to build a big football stadium, even though some people there still need help...

A 37-year-old man from Horsham was seriously injured during a sword fight at a living history demonstration at Bodiam Castle, Sussex, when he was stabbed through his visor. Police are treating the incident as accidental and are seeking witnesses, while the victim is in serious condition at the Royal Sussex County Hospital. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A man got hurt by a sword during a pretend battle at Bodiam Castle and is...

Pakistan is deporting millions of Afghan refugees, with the latest round of expulsions targeting those lacking documentation and Afghans with Afghan Citizen Cards. This follows a previous phase initiated after March 31, emphasizing the country's stance on undocumented immigrants amid ongoing tensions with the Taliban in Afghanistan. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Pakistan is sending many Afghan refugees back to their home country, following a previous warning about undocumented immigrants. Want More Context?...

Reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley, recently pardoned by Donald Trump after serving over two years for fraud, discussed their prison experience and future plans in an interview. Despite facing criticism, they remain unapologetic about their lifestyle and are focused on prison reform and returning to television with new projects. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Todd and Julie Chrisley, who were on a reality TV show, talked about their time in prison...