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Aung San Suu Kyi, who spearheaded a decades-long campaign against military rule, was arrested in 2021 after the army overthrew her elected government. In Bangkok, supporters of Myanmar’s deposed and imprisoned leader, Aung San Suu Kyi, organized peaceful protests infused with floral motifs to commemorate her 79th birthday on Wednesday. Despite facing severe repression from the military regime, some demonstrators took to the streets in defiance. Suu Kyi, a Nobel laureate renowned for her protracted struggle against military governance, was arrested on February 1, 2021, following a coup that ousted her elected government. She currently endures a 27-year prison sentence…
New analysis published this week revealed that despite its reddish appearance, chemical testing confirmed “the wine within the urn was white. The discovery of the world’s oldest wine at a Roman burial site in Carmona, Spain, unveils a remarkable tale of preservation and ancient ritual. For over two millennia, this wine has been entombed within a glass funeral urn alongside the cremated remains of a man and a gold ring, nestled within an ancient mausoleum. Published recently in the Journal of Archaeological Science: Reports by a team led from the University of Córdoba, the findings shed light on an exceptional…
The congressional delegation visited the Tibetan spiritual leader, who resides in exile in India, at a time when President Joe Biden is set to sign a bill increasing pressure on China to address tensions with Tibet. A contingent of United States legislators convened with the Dalai Lama, the spiritual leader of Tibet, in India on Wednesday, a move anticipated to provoke China. This visit coincided with President Joe Biden’s imminent signing of a bill designed to compel Beijing to address tensions in Tibet and safeguard the region’s indigenous Buddhist culture. The bipartisan group of seven lawmakers, led by Rep. Michael…
The 24-year-old star was withdrawn from the 200-meter and 400-meter flat races. Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone has set her sights on defending her title in the 400-meter hurdles at the upcoming Paris Olympics, a decision that has led to her withdrawal from the 200 and 400-meter flat races she initially committed to. Originally entered in all three events for this month’s U.S. Olympic trials, McLaughlin-Levrone’s status shifted on Tuesday when she was marked as a “scratch” in both the 200 and 400-meter disciplines. Coach Bobby Kersee had hinted at this strategic decision last month, emphasizing that the hurdles are McLaughlin-Levrone’s primary focus.…
The secretive Communist nation is viewed as a critical provider of military support for Russian President Vladimir Putin, who is embarking on his first visit to North Korea in 24 years for a two-day trip. SEOUL, South Korea — Vladimir Putin, the President of Russia, was slated to arrive in North Korea on Tuesday for a rare visit to the secluded Communist state, seeking support from leader Kim Jong Un amid his ongoing conflict with Ukraine. Putin’s visit, spanning two days and marking his first trip to North Korea in 24 years, occurs against the backdrop of heightened tensions in…
Jayson Tatum scored 31 points and recorded 11 assists to lead Boston in Game 5. In a thrilling culmination at TD Garden Arena on Monday, the Boston Celtics secured their 18th NBA title by defeating the Dallas Mavericks with a commanding 106-88 victory in Game 5 of the 2024 NBA Finals. This historic win not only clinched the championship but also established Boston as the sole record-holder for the most titles in league history, surpassing the Los Angeles Lakers. Jayson Tatum delivered a stellar performance, leading the charge for the Celtics with 31 points, 11 assists, and 8 rebounds. His…
In response to climate change, the Chinese government has repeatedly urged for enhanced disaster prevention and preparedness measures. BEIJING — China is currently grappling with two contrasting weather extremes, as heavy rain and flooding necessitate the evacuation of tens of thousands of individuals in the southern regions, while a heat wave in the north raises concerns about potential drought conditions for farmers. Tragically, at least one person has lost their life due to the flooding. State broadcaster CCTV reported that the body of a student who fell into a swollen river in Guilin, a city in southern China, was recovered…
The new advertisement aligns with Biden’s strategy to underscore the differences between himself and his opponent on the debate stage. The Biden campaign unveiled a significant $50 million advertising initiative on Monday, aiming to underscore the distinctions between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump in the lead-up to their first presidential debate scheduled for the end of June. A cornerstone of this investment is a 30-second advertisement titled “Character Matters,” which highlights various legal judgments against Trump, both in criminal and civil cases. “He’s been convicted of 34 felonies, found liable for sexual assault, and he committed financial…
Since his arrest in March 2023, Gershkovich, a U.S. citizen, has been in custody and could face a 20-year prison sentence if found guilty. The espionage trial of Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich in Russia is scheduled to commence on June 26th and will be conducted behind closed doors, according to a statement from the court overseeing the case released on Monday. Gershkovich, a 32-year-old U.S. citizen, has been incarcerated since his arrest in March 2023 and faces a potential sentence of 20 years in prison if convicted. The trial is set to take place at the Sverdlovsky Regional…
The National Weather Service noted that the duration of this heatwave is remarkable and could be the longest experienced in decades in certain areas. As the summer solstice coincides with a weeklong heatwave expected to sweep across the East Coast and Midwest, the summer of 2024 is poised to make a scorching entrance. Major cities including Chicago, St. Louis, Indianapolis, Detroit, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Boston, New York City, and Albany, New York, are forecasted to endure extreme heat. Meteorologists predict that the heat could persist beyond Friday, with the Weather Prediction Center emphasizing that this heatwave’s duration could be…