Venezuela parliament passes bill | The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

Let us read it for you. Listen now. Your browser does not support the audio element. CARACAS, Venezuela — Venezuela’s parliament on Tuesday approved a measure that would criminalize a broad range of activities that can hinder navigation and commerce in the South American country, such as the seizure of oil tankers. The bill — … Read more

Palestinian filmmaker and actor Mohammad Bakri passes away at 72

Mohammad Bakri, a Palestinian director and actor who sought to share the complexities of Palestinian identity and culture through a variety of works in both Arabic and Hebrew, has died, his family announced. He was 72. Bakri faced some pushback within Palestinian society for his cooperation with Israelis.(AFP) Bakri was best known for “Jenin, Jenin,” … Read more

Algeria passes law declaring French colonisation a crime | Algeria

Algeria’s parliament has unanimously approved a law declaring France’s colonisation of the country a crime and demanded an apology and reparations. Lawmakers, standing in the chamber wearing scarves in the colours of the national flag, chanted “long live Algeria” on Wednesday as they applauded the passage of the bill, which states that France holds “legal … Read more

Australian state passes tougher gun, protest law after Bondi Beach shooting

Australia’s most populous state on Wednesday passed sweeping new ‍gun and anti-terror rules following the mass shooting on Bondi Beach, tightening firearm ownership, banning public display of terror symbols and strengthening police power to curb protests. A police helicopter patrols over the Bondi Beach as life gradually returns to normal following seven days of mourning, … Read more