By Leonardo Rocha, Americas editor, and Sean Seddon for BBC News
A video posted on social media showed police watching as a woman was beaten. File photo. Photo: 123rf.com
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Israel scraps visit after US allows passage of Gaza ceasefire resolution
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Ann Nicholl and Karen Sinclair, the family of Alexandra man Alan Keith Nicholl, have fought ACC for ...[Detailed]Texas: Diversity, equity and inclusion ban has led to more than 100 job cuts at state universities
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A ban on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in higher education has le ...[Detailed]Centre that 'put Whangārei on the map' faces financial shortfall
Whangārei's Hundertwasser Art Centre could run out of money by October 2025. Photo: Peter de Graaf / ...[Detailed]Australia's deputy prime minister pledges support to Solomon Islands during visit to Honiara
NEWCASTLE, Australia (AP) — Australia’s deputy prime minister pledged support to the Solomon Islands ...[Detailed]Major internet disruptions in west and central Africa
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Lead author Dr Laura Joyce says excess alcohol consumption is a growing problem for EDs, accounting ...[Detailed]Video shows raid on ship near Strait of Hormuz that a Mideast official says was carried out by Iran
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — A video seen by The Associated Press shows commandos raiding a sh ...[Detailed]Juneteenth proclaimed state holiday again in Alabama, after bill to make it permanent falters
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has again authorized Juneteenth— the day commemorating ...[Detailed]
Auckland Council's long-term plan is open for public feedback until the end of the month. Photo: Loc ...[Detailed]