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ON THIS DAY: The Monroe Doctrine is declared (1823)

On 2 December 1823, U.S. President James Monroe delivered his seventh annual message to Congress, in which he articulated the principles of what would...

Bora storm: “Biblical destruction” in Rhodes and 2 deaths in Lemnos

The severe weather system known as Bora Storm has been affecting several regions of Greece since Saturday morning. Yesterday, the tragic deaths of two...

ON THIS DAY: Rosa Parks ignites the bus boycott (1955)

On 1 December 1955, Rosa Parks, a 42-year-old African American seamstress, made history in Montgomery, Alabama, by refusing to give up her seat on...

ON THIS DAY: Pink Floyd releases “The Wall” (1979)

On 30 November 1979, British progressive rock band Pink Floyd released their iconic double album The Wall. A concept album exploring themes of isolation,...

ON THIS DAY: Arch. Makarios proposes the “13 Points” for Cyprus (1963)

On 30 November 1963, Archbishop Makarios III, the President of Cyprus, proposed a controversial set of constitutional amendments, known as the "Thirteen Points." These...

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A diplomatic thaw after years of tension Sir Keir Starmer’s...

US citizens call for “National Shutdown” on January 30

Protest follows fatal Federal shootings Activists across the United States...

Burkina Faso political parties banned by ruling junta

Junta tightens grip on political life Burkina Faso’s military rulers...

Trump threatens aircraft tariffs on Canada, targets Bombardier jets

Bombardier named in trade escalation US President Donald Trump has...
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