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Issa Diop made his international debut for Morocco on Friday, adding a fresh layer to the growing dispute between Morocco and Senegal following the controversial Africa Cup of Nations final. The Fulham defender, who was born in France to a Senegalese father and Moroccan mother, started in Morocco’s 1 to 1 friendly draw against Ecuador just hours after FIFA approved his switch of nationality. Diop had long kept his international options open, previously declining approaches from both Morocco and Senegal while hoping for a possible France call up. His eventual decision to represent Morocco is being seen as both a…

Thousands of anti Trump demonstrations took place across the United States on Saturday under the “No Kings” banner, as protesters gathered in cities and towns across all 50 states to oppose what organizers described as growing authoritarianism in Washington. Reuters reported that more than 3,200 rallies were held nationwide, making it the third major national mobilization by the movement. The protests drew attention to a range of issues, including immigration enforcement, executive power, and the ongoing war involving Iran. Large crowds were reported in major cities such as New York, Dallas, Philadelphia, and Washington, while turnout also rose in smaller…

Iran’s national football team staged a silent protest on Friday to honor victims of the deadly Shajareh Tayyebeh School attack, holding small pink and purple schoolbags before a friendly match against Nigeria in Antalya, Turkey. Players also wore black armbands during the national anthem in a gesture of mourning and solidarity. The tribute came nearly a month after the February 28 strike on the primary school in Minab, southern Iran, which killed more than 170 students and teachers, according to Iranian officials. A United Nations inquiry has opened an investigation into the attack, while U.N. rights chief Volker Türk has…

President Donald Trump’s second term is increasingly defined by decisions that push the limits of executive power, especially in matters tied to war, immigration, and federal authority. Reuters reported this week that he is under rising pressure over the Iran war, with public support dropping as fuel prices rise and questions grow over how far the administration can go without wider political backing. A Reuters/Ipsos poll published March 24 found his approval rating at 36%, with 61% of respondents disapproving of the Iran strikes. The deeper issue is not only whether voters support a single action, but what happens when…

Rural hospitals across the United States are facing growing pressure as financial strain, staffing shortages, and reimbursement challenges continue to put many facilities at risk. A recent Reuters graphic report highlighted how vulnerable these hospitals have become, especially in communities where they are often the only nearby source of emergency and inpatient care. The issue goes beyond healthcare access alone. When a rural hospital closes, it can leave entire communities with longer travel times for treatment, delayed emergency response, and fewer local jobs. Health experts say the problem reflects deeper weaknesses in how care is funded and delivered in underserved…

U.S. forward Catarina Macario is returning home after signing with the San Diego Wave from Chelsea in one of the biggest deals in women’s soccer. Reuters reported that the contract runs through the 2030 season and is considered one of the largest in the history of the women’s game, made possible by the NWSL’s new High Impact Player Rule. Macario’s return is a big moment for both the league and American soccer. After winning major trophies with Chelsea and helping the United States claim bronze at the Tokyo Olympics, she now comes back to a growing domestic league with high…

The Trump administration has announced that the U.S. Department of Education will leave its current headquarters in Washington as part of a wider effort to reduce the federal government’s role in education. The move is tied to a broader restructuring plan that has already seen staff cuts, transfers of responsibilities, and major changes to how the department operates. The Lyndon B. Johnson building, which has long housed the agency, is expected to be handed over to the Department of Energy. The decision has added to concerns from education groups and critics who say the changes could weaken federal oversight and…

In the U.S. system of government, Congress is supposed to act as a brake on presidential power, especially when it comes to war, federal spending, and the structure of government agencies. But during his second term, Donald Trump has repeatedly pushed beyond those traditional limits, taking major steps on his own and leaving Congress reacting after the fact rather than shaping events in advance. One of the clearest examples has been military action. Trump’s strikes on Iran were launched without a formal declaration of war from Congress, reviving a long running constitutional debate over how far a president can go…

Resident doctors in England are set to begin a six day strike from April 7 to April 13 after rejecting the government’s latest pay offer, in a move that could add further pressure to the National Health Service. The British Medical Association said the proposal did not go far enough to address years of pay erosion and ongoing staffing concerns. The offer included a 3.5% pay rise for 2026 to 2027, changes to pay progression over three years, reimbursement of mandatory exam fees from April 2026, and up to 4,500 additional training posts. But union leaders said the deal remained…