Larry Lee
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The Looming 'Day Zero' for Water in Mexico City Threatening Millions
As Mexico City teeters on the brink of a severe water scarcity, the dire situation underscores a convergence of historical mismanagement, climate change, and urban sprawl, putting nearly 22 million residents at risk of facing a "day zero" - a point at which the taps could run completely dry. 
As Mexico City teeters on the brink of a severe water scarcity, the dire situation underscores a convergence of historical mismanagement, climate change, and urban sprawl, putting nearly 22 million residents at risk of facing a "day zero" - a point at which the taps could run completely dry. -
Zelensky Criticizes Trump's Allegiance to Putin Amid Ongoing Ukraine Conflict
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky issued a sharp critique of former U.S. President Donald Trump's stance on Russia, questioning Trump's understanding of Russian President Vladimir Putin's intentions and criticizing his apparent alignment with Putin over Ukraine. 
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky issued a sharp critique of former U.S. President Donald Trump's stance on Russia, questioning Trump's understanding of Russian President Vladimir Putin's intentions and criticizing his apparent alignment with Putin over Ukraine. -
IAEA Reports Decline in Iran's Near Weapons-Grade Uranium Stockpile
The IAEA's confidential reports to member states revealed a surprising move by Iran to downblend a significant portion of its highly enriched uranium, for reasons not explicitly stated in the reports. The action has led to speculation among diplomats about Iran's intentions, with some suggesting it may be an effort to reduce tensions with Western nations or part of an undisclosed agreement. 
The IAEA's confidential reports to member states revealed a surprising move by Iran to downblend a significant portion of its highly enriched uranium, for reasons not explicitly stated in the reports. The action has led to speculation among diplomats about Iran's intentions, with some suggesting it may be an effort to reduce tensions with Western nations or part of an undisclosed agreement. -
Seoul Faces Healthcare Disruption as Junior Doctors Protest, Government Threatens Action
In a dramatic standoff with the South Korean government, over 7,800 junior doctors have resigned from their positions, citing unsustainable working conditions and a lack of meaningful dialogue with authorities. 
In a dramatic standoff with the South Korean government, over 7,800 junior doctors have resigned from their positions, citing unsustainable working conditions and a lack of meaningful dialogue with authorities. -
Palestinian Prime Minister Shtayyeh and Government Tender Resignation Amid Calls for Reform
Palestinian Authority Prime Minister Mohammed Shtayyeh announced the resignation of his government, marking a pivotal moment for the Palestinian leadership amid escalating pressures for reform and governance improvement in the West Bank. 
Palestinian Authority Prime Minister Mohammed Shtayyeh announced the resignation of his government, marking a pivotal moment for the Palestinian leadership amid escalating pressures for reform and governance improvement in the West Bank. -
Zelensky Forewarns of 'Millions' Dead without US Aid as Ukrainian Casualties Top 31,000
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky issued a dire warning about the potential escalation of casualties in the ongoing conflict with Russia, stating that "millions" could perish if the United States fails to approve President Joe Biden's proposed $60 billion aid package for Kyiv. 
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky issued a dire warning about the potential escalation of casualties in the ongoing conflict with Russia, stating that "millions" could perish if the United States fails to approve President Joe Biden's proposed $60 billion aid package for Kyiv. -
Tentative Cease-Fire and Prisoner Exchange Talks Emerge Amid Gaza Conflict
reports have emerged of a potential breakthrough in negotiations aimed at establishing a temporary cease-fire between Israel and Hamas. 
reports have emerged of a potential breakthrough in negotiations aimed at establishing a temporary cease-fire between Israel and Hamas. -
Joint US-UK Operation Targets Houthi Installations Amid Rising Maritime Threats
The United States and the United Kingdom have intensified their military efforts against the Houthi rebels in Yemen, conducting a series of coordinated strikes. This action, marking the fourth instance of such joint operations, targeted a variety of Houthi installations across Yemen. 
The United States and the United Kingdom have intensified their military efforts against the Houthi rebels in Yemen, conducting a series of coordinated strikes. This action, marking the fourth instance of such joint operations, targeted a variety of Houthi installations across Yemen. -
Alexei Navalny's Body Released to Mother Amidst Global Outcry Over His Death
The body of Alexei Navalny, a prominent critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin, has been released to his mother, Lyudmila Navalnaya, after a period of tension and public outcry over the handling of his remains. 
The body of Alexei Navalny, a prominent critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin, has been released to his mother, Lyudmila Navalnaya, after a period of tension and public outcry over the handling of his remains. -
U.S. Targets Over 500 Russian Entities in Largest Sanctions Package Yet in Wake of Navalny's Death and Ukraine Conflict
In a decisive move marking the second anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine and in response to the death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny in prison, President Joe Biden has announced the imposition of over 500 new sanctions against Russia. 
In a decisive move marking the second anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine and in response to the death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny in prison, President Joe Biden has announced the imposition of over 500 new sanctions against Russia.
