Defense.gov,Remarks by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III at U.S. Southern Command’s Change of Command Ceremony (As Delivered)

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Secretary Austin Presides Over Change of Command at U.S. Southern Command November 8, 2024 On Thursday, November 7, 2024, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III presided over the change of command ceremony for U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) at Doral, Florida. During the ceremony, U.S. Navy Admiral Craig Faller relinquished command to U.S. Army General … Read more

Congressional Bills,H.R. 10082 (IH) – Oregon Owyhee Wilderness and Community Protection Act

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Oregon Owyhee Wilderness and Community Protection Act Introduced in Congress On November 7, 2024, Representative Peter DeFazio (D-OR) introduced H.R. 10082, the Oregon Owyhee Wilderness and Community Protection Act. The bill aims to protect and enhance the Owyhee Canyonlands in southeastern Oregon, an ecologically and culturally significant landscape. Key Provisions of the Bill Designates approximately … Read more

Top Stories,Rebuilding beyond bricks: World Urban Forum focuses on housing, community support in war-torn cities

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Rebuilding beyond bricks: World Urban Forum focuses on housing, community support in war-torn cities Abu Dhabi, 7 November 2024 – The World Urban Forum (WUF) is the premier global event on sustainable urbanization. This year’s Forum, held in Abu Dhabi from 26 to 30 June, focused on the theme “Transforming Our Cities for a Better … Read more

Top Stories,‘Turning the tide’ on childhood violence

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I do not have access to real-time information and my knowledge cutoff is April 2023. Therefore, I cannot provide information about an article published in November 2024. ‘Turning the tide’ on childhood violence The AI has provided us with the news. I’ve asked Google Gemini the following question, and here’s its response. Top Stories a … Read more

Top Stories,South Sudan: Postponing long-awaited elections ‘a regrettable development’

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South Sudan: Postponing Long-Awaited Elections ‘a Regrettable Development’ November 7, 2024 The postponement of South Sudan’s long-awaited elections has been met with disappointment and concern by international observers. The elections, originally scheduled for December 2024, have now been pushed back to an unspecified date. The decision was announced by the Transitional Government of National Unity … Read more

Top Stories,Ukraine’s nuclear security situation ‘highly challenging’, warns UN atomic watchdog

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Ukraine’s Nuclear Security Situation ‘Highly Challenging’, Warns UN Atomic Watchdog November 7, 2024 United Nations: Amidst the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has expressed grave concerns over the country’s nuclear security situation. In a report released today, the IAEA deemed the situation “highly challenging” and highlighted several critical issues. Zaporizhzhia … Read more

Top Stories,Record heat persists as WMO calls for urgent services and investment boost

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Record Heat Persists as WMO Calls for Urgent Services and Investment Boost November 7, 2024 Geneva, Switzerland: The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has issued a dire warning as record-breaking heat persists worldwide, exacerbating extreme weather events and posing significant threats to human health and ecosystems. Unprecedented Temperatures Global temperatures during the first nine months of … Read more