UPDATE 1-Seinfeld speech at Duke commencement prompts walkout protesting his support for Israel
May 12 (Reuters) – Dozens of students walked out of Duke University’s commencement ceremony on Sunday as some chanted “free Palestine” to protest its guest speaker, comedian Jerry Seinfeld, who has supported Israel throughout the war in Gaza, according to a video posted on social media. Figures in robes and caps, some waving Palestinian flags, were seen filing out of crowds of graduates assembled on the grass in the North Carolina University’s football stadium in the video posted on X. Reuters was able to verify the video’s date and location.
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May 12, 2024 19:38 UTC
Another 'severe and extreme' geomagnetic storm Sunday could bring Northern Lights as far south as Alabama
WHAT IS A GEOMAGNETIC STORM? This graphic shows current and forecast solar storm conditions on Earth. (FOX Weather)Because of that, a Geomagnetic Storm Watch was issued for Sunday as Level 4 "severe" conditions and possibly Level 5 "extreme" geomagnetic storms are likely to follow. Geomagnetic storm causes issues to power grid, Starlink serviceWhile the Northern Lights were no doubt breathtaking to see, the geomagnetic storm did cause some issues. John Deere customers were warned that its GPS network was "extremely compromised" due to the geomagnetic storm.
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May 12, 2024 19:08 UTC
North Macedonia’s new president provokes Greece at inauguration ceremony
North Macedonia’s newly elected President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova sparked a crisis in relations with Greece when she pointedly used her country’s old name — Macedonia instead of North Macedonia — during her swearing-in ceremony. In 2020, North Macedonia gained Nato membership following its name change, which introduced the prefix ‘North’, as requested by Greece. “The same demands exist now from the leadership of North Macedonia. Election issueThe concessions made by North Macedonia to both Greece and Bulgaria were among the main topics of the election campaign. Since August 2020, she served as a MP for VMRO-DPMNE in North Macedonia’s assembly.
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May 12, 2024 19:02 UTC
Female genital mutilation is on the rise in Africa: disturbing new trends are driving up the numbers
Their tragic deaths were highlighted in the latest Unicef report on female genital mutilation. Understanding the trends is the starting point for ending female genital mutilation. FGM in African countriesCountries with the highest levels of female genital mutilation are Somalia (99%), Guinea (95%) and Djibouti (90%). Somalia and Sudan face the challenge of addressing widespread female genital mutilation amid conflict and population growth. Backlash by conservatives: In The Gambia religious leaders have demanded that legislators revoke a 2015 law banning female genital mutilation.
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May 12, 2024 18:05 UTC
🔴Live: Egypt to support South Africa’s genocide case against Israel at ICJ
ISRAEL-HAMAS WAR🔴Live: Egypt to support South Africa’s genocide case against Israel at ICJEgypt on Sunday announced its intention to formally support South Africa's case at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) against Israel, alleging genocide in its war against Hamas in Gaza. Egypt on Sunday said it will formally support South Africa's genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) . on Sunday said it will formally support South Africa's genocide case against Israel at the . "Four launches were identified that crossed from the Rafah area," the military said in a statement. "Four launches were identified that crossed from the Rafah area," the military said in a statement.
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May 12, 2024 17:57 UTC
Egypt says it will join South Africa’s genocide case against Israel at ICJ
Egypt says it will formally join the case filed by South Africa against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), which accuses Israel of violating its obligations under the Genocide Convention in its war on the Gaza Strip. South Africa brought its case against Israel in January, accusing the country of committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. Egypt will join Turkey and Colombia in formally requesting to join the case against Israel. It will likely take years before the court will rule on the merits of the genocide case. It has called South Africa’s genocide case baseless and accused Pretoria of acting as “the legal arm of Hamas”.
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May 12, 2024 16:55 UTC
There’s another chance to view the stunning northern lights show Sunday night – but not for everyone
Northern lights glow over trees in Xilingol League in northern China's Inner Mongolia region early Sunday, May 12. Max Slovencik/APA/AFP/Getty Images The northern lights are seen in a rural area west of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on Friday, May 10. Courtesy Luke Culver People photograph the northern lights from Whitley Bay, England, on May 10. Courtesy Jan Reed The northern lights glow in the night sky in Brandenburg, Germany, on May 10. Increased solar activity causes auroras that dance around Earth’s poles, known as the northern lights, or aurora borealis, and southern lights, or aurora australis.
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May 12, 2024 16:31 UTC
Egypt to join South Africa’s ICJ genocide case against Israel
FILE PHOTO: Judges at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) rule on emergency measures against Israel following accusations by South Africa that the Israeli military operation in Gaza is a state-led genocide, in The Hague, Netherlands, January 26, 2024. REUTERS/Piroschka van de Wouw/File PhotoEgypt on Sunday said it will formally join the lawsuit filed by South Africa against Israel at the International Court of Justice which accuses Israel of violating its obligations under the Genocide Convention in the Gaza Strip. On May 10, South Africa submitted an urgent request for the indication of additional provisional measures and the modification of previous provisional measures indicated by the ICJ in the case. South Africa in January asked the World Court to declare that Israel was committing genocide in Gaza and to order Israel to stop its military campaign in Gaza. The court instead issued a general order that Israel must make sure it prevents acts of genocide.
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May 12, 2024 16:30 UTC
North Macedonia's new president reignites a spat with Greece at her inauguration ceremony
SKOPJE, North Macedonia — Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova was sworn as the first female president of North Macedonia on Sunday and immediately reignited a diplomatic spat with neighboring Greece. At the ceremony in the country’s parliament, Siljanovska-Davkova referred to her country as “Macedonia,” rather than the constitutional name “North Macedonia.”
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May 12, 2024 16:06 UTC
Israel moves deeper into Rafah and fights Hamas militants regrouping in northern Gaza
RAFAH, Gaza Strip — The exodus of Palestinians from Gaza’s last refuge accelerated Sunday as Israeli forces pushed deeper into the southern city of Rafah. Israel also pounded the territory’s devastated north, where some Hamas militants have regrouped in areas the military said it had cleared months ago.
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May 12, 2024 15:25 UTC
Urchins claim fourth-straight North half title
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May 12, 2024 15:17 UTC
Breaking barriers: Triumphs and strategies of success for working mothers
This phenomenon, exacerbated by societal pressures and maternal guilt, underscores the challenges faced by working mothers worldwide. Despite the challenges they face, working mothers harness their unique experiences and skills to thrive in the workplace. Achieving a healthy work-life balance is crucial for the well-being and productivity of working mothers. Employers can support working mothers by offering flexible work arrangements, such as telecommuting or flexible hours, to accommodate their family responsibilities. Building connections with like-minded individuals provides working mothers with a support network and a sense of belonging.
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May 12, 2024 14:49 UTC
North Macedonia’s new president reignites a spat with Greece at her inauguration ceremony
SKOPJE, North Macedonia (AP) — Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova was sworn as the first female president of North Macedonia on Sunday and immediately reignited a diplomatic spat with neighboring Greece. At the ceremony in the country’s parliament, Siljanovska-Davkova referred to her country as “Macedonia,” rather than the constitutional name “North Macedonia.”This prompted Greek Ambassador Sophia Philippidou to leave the inauguration ceremony. A few hours later, von der Leyen posted her congratulations to the new president: “Congratulations, Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova, on becoming the first female President of North Macedonia. The decades-old dispute was resolved in 2018, when both sides signed an agreement and the constitutional name “North Macedonia” was adopted. Greece then lifted its objection to North Macedonia joining NATO and applying for EU membership.
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May 12, 2024 14:33 UTC
Riyadh Explores Agricultural Investment Opportunities in Africa
Saudi Arabia recently concluded agreements with a number of African countries with the aim to achieve sustainable agricultural development and promote food security. Abdul Rahman Al-Fadhli carried out last week a visit to Senegal, the Ivory Coast, Nigeria and Ghana where he explored future investment opportunities and prospects for cooperation. Al-Fadhli agreed with Senegalese Prime Minister Ousman Sonko to strengthen and develop bilateral relations in the fields of agriculture, food security, fisheries and livestock. He also discussed with Ivorian Minister of State for Agriculture and Rural Development Kobenan Kouassi Adjoumani aspects of joint cooperation in the fields of agricultural investment, livestock and food security to bolster future investment opportunities. The Saudi minister held an extensive meeting with representatives of the Ivorian private sector to learn about the most prominent companies and their products, in addition to identifying agricultural investment opportunities that benefit both countries.
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May 12, 2024 14:20 UTC
Missed Friday’s Northern Lights? The global light show, in photos
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May 12, 2024 13:30 UTC