<div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0Dl6uU_0v3K4Zwi00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0Dl6uU_0v3K4Zwi00" width="450" height="329" ><nbtemplate data-id="AdPlaceholder" data-content="JTdCJTdE"></nbtemplate> WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States and the Philippines have reached a deal to allow "a limited number" of Afghans to transit through the Philippines to complete processing for special immigrants visas and resettlement to the U.S., the State Department said on Monday. (Reporting by Jasper Ward) </div>

Columbus, OH

Latin Times

Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino made sure to clarify the reach of the memorandum of understanding (MOU) he signed with the U.S. a few weeks back regarding the managing of the flow of migrants through the Darien Gap, minimizing his country's overall involvement. In the agreement, the Biden...

Panamanian president says migrants crossing the Darien Gap will only be repatriated if they agree

The Independent

 Germany and the Philippines agreed Sunday to rapidly finalize a defense pact that would allow joint military training and possible sale of German weapons to address security threats, including China’s growing aggression in the South China Sea, which Manila’s defense chief said was “the sole cause of tensions” and conflicts in the disputed waters.China has long claimed much of the entire seaway, a key global trade and security route, and vowed to defend its territorial interests at all costs.Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro said the proposed Arrangement on Defense Cooperation that he and Defense Minister Boris Pistorius discussed in...

Germany and the Philippines agree to rapidly finalize a defense pact to address security threats

Reuters

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. Department of State has approved the possible sale of Javelin missiles and related equipment to Australia for estimated cost of $100 million, the Pentagon said on Monday.

US approves possible sale of Javelin missiles to Australia, Pentagon says

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. State Department condemned "dangerous actions" by China on Monday against Philippine vessels in the South China Sea. Chinese ships "employed reckless maneuvers, deliberately colliding with two Philippine Coast Guard ships, causing structural damage and jeopardizing the safety of the crew onboard," the department said in a statement.

US condemns 'dangerous actions' by China against Philippine vessels

BEIJING (Reuters) -Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has warned the Philippines over the U.S. intermediate-range missile deployment, saying such a move could fuel regional tensions and spark an arms race.

China's foreign minister warns Philippines over US missile deployment

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Akeena

Recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau reveals a significant trend: Florida is experiencing a substantial outflow of residents. According to the latest figures, over 275,000 individuals left Florida for other states in 2022.

Florida Sees Surge in Departures as Hundreds of Thousands Move Out

CAIRO (Reuters) -Iraq's foreign ministry said on Thursday that an announcement on an end date for the U.S.-led coalition's mission has been postponed due to the "latest developments." It did not identify the developments.

Iraq says announcement on date for end to US-led coalition mission postponed

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Herbie J Pilato

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

(Reuters) -Action camera maker GoPro said on Monday it would cut about 15% of its workforce this year, as part of a restructuring plan to reduce operating expenses. The company expects to take charges in the range of $5 million to $7 million for the restructuring plan, with cash expenses of $1 million to be recognized in the third quarter and about $4 million to $6 million in the fourth quarter of 2024.

GoPro to cut 15% of workforce in restructuring push

The Guardian

A rise in sexual violence means food prices have leapt in CAR as women and girls say they fear working in the fields

‘They turn our farms into rape centres’: Russian mercenaries accused of abuse in Central African Republic

(Reuters) - Phil Donahue, who changed the face of U.S. daytime television with a long-running syndicated talk show that highlighted topical and often provocative social and political issues, has died at age 88, NBC's "Today" show reported on Monday, citing a statement from his family.

Phil Donahue, pioneer of the daytime talk show, dies at age 88

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

ROME (Reuters) - Global warming may have contributed to the freak storm that sank a luxury British-flagged yacht off the coast of Sicily on Monday, Italian climatologist Luca Mercalli told Reuters.

Global warming may be factor in deadly Italian shipwreck, climatologist says

Martin, SC

The US Sun

A WOMAN who disappeared in South Carolina has been found days after authorities located her abandoned car. Jessica Rapsys, 27, was found safe in Allendale County, about 80 miles from Columbia, on Friday, August 16. Jessica went missing on Tuesday, August 13, while she was traveling through South Carolina from Jacksonville, Florida, to visit her aunt. Around 9:15 that night, police found […]

Missing Jessica Rapsys is found three days after she vanished & left keys and phone inside abandoned car on side of road

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Tajik-Russian musician Manizha defies ban to sing for peace

Denver, CO

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

ANKARA (Reuters) - Turkey has blocked cooperation between NATO and Israel since October because of the war in Gaza and said the alliance should not engage with Israel as a partner until there is an end to the conflict, sources familiar with the process said.

Turkey blocks NATO-Israel cooperation over Gaza war, sources say

MEXICO CITY (Reuters) -A collection of unions representing Mexico's judicial workers launched an indefinite nationwide strike on Monday ahead of votes by lawmakers on overhauling the country's judiciary, including moving to the popular election of judges.

Mexican judicial workers launch strike ahead of vote to overhaul courts

Sanford, FL

Soul food, a favorite from the South, is loved by many Floridians who used to live up North. Florida is home to popular soul food places like Seth's and Happy Soul. Unfortunately, another favorite, Angel's Soul Food in Sanford, has been closed after a state inspection.

Florida soul food restaurant found with debris, "Mold-Like" substance, and raw sewage on the floor

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States and the Philippines have reached a deal to allow \"a limited number\" of Afghans to transit through the Philippines to complete processing for special immigrants visas and resettlement to the U.S., the State Department said on Monday.

US, Philippines reach deal on temporary relocation of some Afghan refugees

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WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States and the Philippines have reached a deal to allow "a limited number" of Afghans to transit through the Philippines to complete processing for special immigrants visas and resettlement to the U.S., the State Department said on Monday.

US, Philippines reach deal on temporary relocation of some Afghan refugees

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