‘Gaslighting’ is Merriam-Webster’s Word of the Year for 2022
Gaslighting is a heinous tool frequently used by abusers in relationships — and by politicians and other newsmakers.
Chinese University Students Sent Home Amid Covid Protests, Police Clamp Down
With police out in force, there was no word of protests Tuesday in Beijing, Shanghai or other major cities.
Hawaii Volcano, World’s Largest, Erupts for First Time in Decades
The Hawaiian islands are home to six active volcanoes. Mauna Loa, the largest on Earth, has erupted 33 times since 1843, according to USGS.
Comoros Ex-president Sambi Jailed for Life for ‘High Treason’
He betrayed the mission entrusted to him by the Comorians,” public prosecutor Ali Mohamed Djounaid told the court last week as he requested a life sentence.
China’s Xinjiang Eases Some Covid Measures after Protests
But in the wake of the protests, officials on Saturday said the city “had basically reduced social transmissions to zero
US Weighs Sending 100-mile Strike weapon to Ukraine
The invasion of Ukraine has driven up demand for American-made weapons and ammunition.
Russian Attacks on Energy Grid Amount to Genocide, says Ukraine
Millions of people across Ukraine are facing power cuts in freezing weather, following sustained Russian attacks.
Crowd Angered by Lockdowns Calls for China’s Xi Jinping to Step Down
The protests are the most widespread show of opposition to the ruling party in decades.
China Arrests BBC Journalist Covering Covid Protests
The BBC is extremely concerned about the treatment of our journalist Ed Lawrence, who was arrested and handcuffed while covering the protests in Shanghai.
Rescuers Search for Missing after Deadly Landslide on Italian Island
The rescue effort had been hampered by rain and high winds, which also delayed ferries bringing reinforcements from the mainland.
Indian Man Burns Himself to Death in Language Protest
Language is an emotive issue in India where hundreds of languages and dialects are spoken
Protests over Strict Lockdown Hit Shanghai, other China Cities
Crowds stood and filmed as police started shoving at people who had gathered in the street.
Biggest World Cup Crowd in 28 years Sees Messi’s Argentna Beat Mexico 2-0
The Lusail Stadium north of Doha, which will stage the final on Dec. 18, hosted the most people at the World Cup since the 1994 final.
Donald Trump Sued as New York Adult Survivors Act Takes Effect
Ms Carroll, 78, is among the first to sue under the Adult Survivors Act.
Elon Musk Says He’s Granting ‘Amnesty’ to Suspended Twitter Accounts
“The people have spoken. Amnesty begins next week. Vox Populi, Vox Dei,” Musk tweeted.
Weapons Industry Booms as Eastern Europe Arms Ukraine
Some former Warsaw Pact countries see helping Ukraine as a matter of regional security.
Libya Expels Over 200 Migrants Across Land Borders
Libya is regularly criticised for its treatment of migrants, with rights groups alleging horrific treatment at the hands of smuggling gangs
UK Clamps Down on Chinese Surveillance Cameras
The government’s new order stopped short of an outright ban on the companies.
Anwar Ibrahim Sworn in as Malaysia’s Prime Minister
“I will not tolerate corruption and abuses … None should be marginalised under my administration,” Anwar told a news conference.
Indonesia Struggles to Get Aid to Quake Survivors, Rescue Continues
Rain-triggered landslides and difficult mountainous terrain hampered the efforts of rescue teams.
