After 5 Years, ISIS Leader Purportedly Releases Another Video
A video purports to show the ISIS leader speaking to followers and referencing the Easter Sunday bombings in Sri Lanka. The first video was released in 2014 as ISIS was rapidly increasing in strength.
Japan’s Emperor Akihito Abdicates The Chrysanthemum Throne
Akihito, citing failing health, becomes the first Japanese monarch in some two centuries to step down. His reign ends at midnight Tuesday, and then his son, Crown Prince Naruhito, ascends the throne.
Sudan Military Rulers Meet With Opposition Leaders Who Demand A Transition Of Power
Demonstrators in Sudan continue protests in front of the military headquarters in Khartoum as opposition leaders meet with military rulers to discuss a handover to civilian power.
Human Rights Groups Call For Response To Russia’s Rising Number Of Political Prisoners
The number of political prisoners is on the rise in Vladimir Putin’s Russia. Activists say it is time for the U.S. to step up the pressure with targeted sanctions to reverse this trend.
Federal Commission Challenges Trump To Support Global Religious Freedom
The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom released its annual report at a time of spiraling sectarian conflict around the world.
U.S. Trade Negotiators Resume Trade Talks With China
U.S. and Chinese trade negotiators are back at the bargaining table. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin says after months of negotiation, they should know soon whether a final agreement is possible.
Site’s Ties To Shootings Renews Debate Over Internet’s Role In Radicalizing Extremists
8chan is a site where like-minded people gather to talk about cartoons, Game of Thrones and neo-Nazi ideology. Suspects in shootings at a U.S. synagogue and New Zealand mosques had used the site.
Teachers Use Mystery Skype To Give Students A Window On The World
Only 25% of eighth graders score proficient in geography on standardized tests. Some teachers are using a video chat game to engage kids in the world around them.
After Mueller report: What ever happened to the ‘Steele dossier’?
A covert Russian operation to elect Donald Trump. Russian attempts to sow discord in the United States and between the U.S. and its Western allies. Yes – but also bullet points from the notorious “Steele dossier,” a group of memos based on informatio…
Japan’s Emperor To Abdicate Throne For 1st Time In 2 Centuries
Japan’s Emperor Akihito will abdicate the throne on Tuesday at 85. Even as the populace celebrates Akihito’s pacifist legacy, the world’s oldest continuous monarchy struggles to enter the modern age.
ISIS Leader Makes 1st Appearance In 5 Years During Video Released By Group
ISIS released a video Monday purportedly showing its leader’s first appearance in about five years. He mentions the Sri Lanka suicide bombings and says the group will keep fighting.
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