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State Department diplomat resigns in protest of U.S. policy in Gaza

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After 18 years of service in the State Department, Hala Rharrit discusses her resignation with NPR's Mary Louise Kelly.

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Blinken speaks in favor of immediate ceasefire in Gaza Strip — Department of State

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According to the spokesman, Blinken had a meeting with foreign ministers of Egypt, Jordan, Qatar, the UAE, Saudi Arabia and the Secretary General of the Palestine Liberation Organization

Israeli units committed ‘gross violations of human rights’ prior to Oct. 7, State Department says

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The US concluded that five IDF units committed "gross violations of human rights" outside of the Gaza Strip prior to the Oct. 7, 2023 Hamas attack.

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Customized Drones Hunt Down Hard-to-Reach Graffiti in Washington State

gizmodo.com

A drone that paints over graffiti has been launched in Washington state under a new pilot program, according to a press release from the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). And if the new spray drones succeed, one could…

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USDA to test ground beef in U.S. states with outbreaks of bird flu in dairy cows

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture said on Monday it is collecting samples of ground beef at retail stores in states with outbreaks of bird flu in dairy cows for testing but remains confident the meat supply is safe.

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TN government committee identifies 42 elephant corridors in state

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Chennai: The Tamil Nadu government’s Elephant Corridor Committee has identified 42 elephant corridors in the state. The estimate by the committee, headed by Additional Principal Chief Conservator of Forests, Wildlife, V. Naganathan and…

India News | Uttarakhand Health Department Issues Guidelines to Prevent Dengue and Chikungunya

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Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Taking note of the dengue and chikungunya patients in the state, the Uttarakhand health department has issued guidelines to all the districts for their prevention and treatment.…

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People who claim State Pension warned 'solely relying' on it is 'dangerous'

Campaigners are stepping up their efforts to secure compensation for the WASPI generation of state pensioners from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

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IMD Weather Update: Delhi-NCR likely to receive rainfall in coming days; check state-wise forecast

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The Meteorological Department's All India Weather Bulletin states that a significant western disturbance is centred over central Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and the surrounding areas.

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Jane Hunt MP asks the Secretary of State for Transport about the Local Transport Fund

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To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what the eligibility criteria are for projects to receive funding under the Local Transport Fund; and whether his Department has issued guidance to local authorities on how they should consult…

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Red states set stage for federal showdown over transgender student protections

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A growing number of Republican-led states are pledging to reject new Title IX rules finalized this month by the Education Department, teeing up a potential legal battle with the White House over bolstered protections for transgender…

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According to a source, there are doubts among some in the State Department about Israel’s adherence to international law in its use of US weapons

The State Department is divided on whether Israel is using American-provided weapons according to international law before Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s deadline. Israel must assure the US that they comply with all laws to receive…

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LG Chairmen Ask Court To Order State, IGP, Others To Secure Them

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ABUJA – The local government chairmen in Riv­ers have dragged the state government, the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, the Inspector General of Police, and the Director Gen­eral, Department of State Services …

Sunday, Apr 28

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Heatwave Death: Two Die of Sunstroke in Kerala, Heat Alert Sounded in Parts of State

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Two people lost their lives due to sunstroke in Kerala, it was confirmed on Sunday while the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) declared an alert for some parts of the state.

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Ebonyi Speaker Lauds USAID STATE-2-STATE Activity For Improved Budget Performance

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The Speaker of Ebonyi State House of Assembly, Hon Moses Ije Odunwa, has lauded the USAID State Accountability, Transparency and Effectiveness (State2State) activity, for improved budget performance of the government. Odunwa made the…

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State Department blasts new Iraq anti-homosexuality law as human rights threat

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The State Department said that a law passed by Iraq’s parliament on Saturday criminalizing same-sex relationships was a threat to human rights and freedoms.

Two UNILAG Dons Break New Ground in Petrochemical Engineering Research with Improved Equation of State

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Petrochemical Engineering research and the world’s search for increased energy reserves have received a major boost with the research breakthrough of two University of Lagos Dons. Dr. Faith Uchenna Babalola and Emeritus Professor Alfred…

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IMD predicts thunderstorms, rainfall in THESE states amid heatwave conditions | Check Details

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The India Meteorological Department on Sunday predicted rainfall along with thunderstorms in several parts of the country, currently reeling under the scorching sun. A blanket of clouds along with light rainfall has been predicted in...

Saturday, Apr 27

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Friday, Apr 26

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Federal order requires testing, reporting of H5N1 avian influenza in dairy cattle crossing state lines

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture this week issued a federal order designed to slow the spread of H5N1 avian influenza in dairy cattle with mandatory testing and reporting requirements for transporting cattle across state lines.