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The Pacific Island of Tuvalu Has Just Got Its First ATMs
Tuvalu’s prime minister Feleti Teo called the development “a momentous and historic” step as the country embraces modern banking.
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Trump Has Announced That The US Will Stop Bombing Yemen’s Houthis Rebels, Saying They "Capitulated”
Since March, the US has been bombing Yemen after Trump ordered airstrikes on the Houthis for attacking Israeli-linked ships in the Red Sea.
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Yemen’s Houthi Rebels Announced It Will Also Impose An Air Blockade On Israel To Stand With Gaza
The announcement comes after the Houthis, an armed group that controls most parts of Yemen, launched a ballistic missile into Israel and struck near Ben Gurion Airport.
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The Vatican Has Revealed That Pope Francis' Final Wish Was To Turn The Popemobile Into A Mobile Clinic For Gaza Children
The popemobile that Francis had used during his visit to Bethlehem in the Israeli-occupied West Bank in 2014 has now been transformed into a mobile health clinic for the children of Gaza.
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A Ship With Activists Carrying Aid To Gaza To Stop Israel's Blockade Was Attacked By Drones Near Malta
The ship “Conscience” was carrying around 30 international human rights activists and humanitarian aid supplies destined for Gaza, aiming to challenge the Israeli blockade of the Gaza Strip through non-violent direct action.
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Poland Has Abolished Its Last “LGBTQ-Free Zone”
On April 24, Łańcut voted to revoke its “LGBTQ-free zone”, making all of Poland now a LGBTQ-friendly zone.
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Here’s What Happened Around The World In April 2025
Here’s what happened around the world in April 2025.
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In A Rare Move, K-Pop Idol Bain From Boy Band JUST B Publicly Came Out As Gay During A Concert
Bain said he didn’t come out to make an impact on the K-pop industry and had simply wanted to share his true self and be authentic with his fans.
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The DRC and Rwanda Have Agreed To Start Working On A Peace Deal
On Wednesday, April 23, the DRC and M23 said in a surprise announcement that after a round of negotiations in Qatar, they had agreed to pause fighting and work towards a broader peace deal.
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Pope Francis Requested The Final People To Bid Him Farewell Are Migrants, Trans People, Prisoners And Homeless People
During his 12-year papacy, Francis consistently called for an “open church, a welcoming church, able to become close to each person and to heal the wounds of those who suffer.”
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These Two Rival Greek Churches Hold A "Rocket War" Every Easter, Shooting Fireworks At Each Other
Rockets have been fired each Easter, with both sides claiming victory. “But in the end, it’s all in good spirit, and everyone leaves happy." Krimigis said.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin Has Declared A Surprise One-Day Truce In Its War On Ukraine For Easter
Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russian attacks were continuing but called on Russia to extend the ceasefire beyond Easter day on April 20.