Legendary Chocolatiers Leave War-Torn Syria For Hungary
The Ghraoui chocolate shop in Damascus was a place fit for queens — literally. But in 2015, the family that owned it moved from war-torn Syria to Hungary, which isn’t known for welcoming refugees.
Critically Acclaimed Play ‘Noura’ Puts Iraqi Refugee Experience On Stage
A playwright draws on Iraqi refugees’ experiences in a writers workshop to craft a work that translates the flight from war for American audiences.
U.S. Agents Fire Tear Gas At Migrants Trying To Cross Mexico Border
U.S. Customs and Border Protection authorities say they fired tear gas to deter about 150 Central American migrants from climbing over or under the U.S.-Mexico border fence into California.
What We Know About The American Russia Has Detained On Spying Allegations
The U.S. and Russia are beginning the new year much like they ended last year — with a note of friction. Russia is detaining an American and is accusing him of spying.
Jair Bolsonaro, Brazil’s New President, Takes Office
Brazil’s new far-right president, Jair Bolsonaro, took office Tuesday, calling for unity — in contrast with his past homophobic, misogynistic and racist statements.
North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un Kicks Off New Year With Address And A Warning To U.S.
In his New Year’s Day address, Kim Jong Un said he’s committed to denuclearization, but warned North Korea will take a “new path” if the U.S. maintains sanctions against his country.
Car Attacks In Japan And Germany Mar New Year’s Celebrations
A dozen people were hurt on separate continents after police say motorists deliberately plowed through crowds of revelers just past Midnight.
Family Of American Arrested In Moscow Refutes Spy Claims
David Whelan, who says he is Paul Whelan’s brother, tweeted that his brother was in Moscow for a wedding, not a spy mission.
France Rang In The New Year Under A Cloud Of Heavy Security
Security forces were deployed nationwide to protect against New Year’s Eve violence. The Champs Elysees in Paris was under extra watch after Yellow Vest protesters said they would join revelers.
Rejected By Italy, Thousands Of Migrants From Africa Risk The Alps To Reach France
This year alone, some 5,000 migrants have attempted to cross from northern Italy into France, according to local municipalities and aid groups. Some have perished along the way. Many are sent back.
China’s Lunar Lander To Explore Moon’s Far Side
Early in 2019, China hopes to land a rover — the first soft landing on the moon’s far side. The mission is exploratory, and will lay groundwork for a trip by Chinese astronauts to the lunar surface.
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