Afghan women at university will study separately from men, the Taliban say
The new Taliban government says Afghanistan’s education system had changed since their last time in power. But women will only be allowed to study in gender-segregated classes…
Read more‘Mask it or casket:’ Georgia college faculty, frustrated by lack of COVID-19 mandates, take a stand
At least 16 colleges spanning 19 campuses in Georgia are planning week-long protests beginning Monday over the lack of mask and vaccine mandates.
Read moreCalifornia man who attempted to jump across Devil’s Churn on Oregon Coast presumed dead
A 67-year-old California man that attempted to jump across a cove of frothing water is presumed dead after witnesses could not pull him to safety.
Read moreThe young Australians writing speeches to be delivered in parliament
The Raise Our Voice in Parliament campaign is asking Australians aged 21 or under to write a short speech about their visions for the future to be…
Read moreAfghan women must study separately from men at university, the Taliban say
The new Taliban government says Afghanistan’s education system had changed since their last time in power. But women will study separately from men, and Islamic dress enforced.
Read moreFrench abortion film wins on big night for women at Venice festival
It was great year for female filmmakers, with best director going to iconic New Zealand auteur Jane Campion and best screenplay award going to Maggie Gyllenhaal for…
Read more‘Tale of two cities’: Frustration over crowds at Sydney beaches
Residents in western and south-western Sydney, which are subject to strict COVID-19 restrictions, say it has been frustrating to see the images of people flocking to the…
Read moreAustralia secures extra Moderna vaccine doses from Europe
Prime Minister Scott Morrison says the one million additional doses will accelerate the rollout to children aged 12 and above.
Read moreTropical Storm Nicholas forms in Gulf of Mexico, expected to bring heavy rainfall to Texas and Louisiana
The 14th named Atlantic storm of the year has formed, and it is expected to bring heavy rain and storms to much of the Texas coast.
Read moreLucky cat saved from fall at Miami football game
A cat that somehow got inside a Florida stadium Saturday night and got caught off the facade of the upper deck before falling, was safely caught by…
Read more6 US Capitol police officers recommended for discipline in Jan. 6 riot ahead of ‘Justice for J6’ rally
U.S. Capitol Police have recommended 6 officers for disciplinary action stemming from actions at the riot Jan. 6 at the Capitol. None face charges.
Read moreCalifornia’s recall election of Gov. Gavin Newsom is Tuesday. Here’s what’s at stake.
An upset of Gov. Gavin Newsom in Tuesday’s recall vote could have political implications well beyond California.
Read moreHistory curriculum, books were written by and for white people. What about kids of color?
The critical race theory debate has brought new scrutiny to history textbooks and curriculum. Why don’t kids of color learn about their history?
Read moreJoe Biden’s $2B rapid testing plan calls for discounted COVID tests at Amazon, Kroger and Walmart
President Joe Biden’s plan includes spending nearly $2 billion to procure 280 million rapid coronavirus tests for vulnerable U.S. populations.
Read moreVictoria embarks on vaccine blitz in schools, hotspots as daily COVID-19 tally dips to 392
There are 392 new COVID-19 cases in Victoria, with 107 infections linked to current outbreaks and 285 still under investigation.
Read more‘A family-sized dose of hope’: Australia secures extra Moderna vaccine doses from Europe
Prime Minister Scott Morrison says the one million additional doses will accelerate the rollout to children aged 12 and above.
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