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In Mexico, an End to Hugs

Organized crime in Mexico is fueling pressure on the country's new president amid threats from president-elect Trump for a more aggressive posture.

Modi Claims Narrower Than Expected Victory in India Elections

Contrary to most exit polls, the ruling BJP is expected to win around 240 seats, short of the number needed for a majority.

The Elusive Hopes of South Africa’s ‘Born Free’ Generation

Thirty years after Nelson Mandela ended South Africa's apartheid rule, youth confront profound disillusionment over the nation's course.

‘I Don’t Arrive Alone’ — Mexico Elects First Woman President

In remarks following her historic election win, Sheinbaum spoke of security, the economy and bi-lateral relations with the US, among other priorities.

Houston Students Join Nationwide Protest Movement for Ceasefire In Gaza

HOUSTON - Graduations may be over on many campuses, but student protests over the war in Gaza are gaining momentum, showing no signs of...

60 Years Later, Freedom of Speech Still Eludes College Students

Lynne Hollander Savio discusses the Free Speech Movement's 's relevance to students today expressing their support for Palestine.

Salvadoran Village Paralyzed by Fear — How One Man Got His Freedom Back

The arrest of a well-known community activist in El Salvador highlights the growing risk of arbitrary detention in the Central American nation.

Millions of Muslims Could Face Expulsion from India As New Law Is Implemented

India announced that it is implementing the Citizenship Amendment Act, which could expunge millions of Muslims from India.

India’s Troubling Tilt Towards Theocracy

In India, an unparalleled spiritual heritage of supreme knowledge is being reduced to an opportunistic performative religion, drummed up for vote-bank politics.

High Hopes as Guatemalans Celebrate New President

In a region where autocracy is rising, Bernardo Arevalo’s ascension in Guatemala this week is being seen as striking a blow for democracy.

As Voters Head to Polls Worldwide, What Role for Diaspora Communities?

With 2024 being the biggest election year in history, the role of diaspora is more crucial than ever.

Coming Taiwan Elections Will Test Efforts to Ease US-China Ties

Polls show the candidate least friendly to Beijing ahead as voters prepare to select Taiwan's next leader later this month.

Jews Who Protest Against Israel Are Not Your Enemies

To be Jewish and opposed to the killing in Gaza does not make us unworthy of Jewish identity, and it does not mean we wish harm on our fellow Jews.

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