Despite Public Outcry, Belarusian President Stands Firm
Since election day on August 9th, 2020, the Eastern European country of Belarus has experienced a sort of frenzy as many of its citizens cry of electoral corruption.
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International
Looming Chinese App Bans May Throw Wrench in Global Business
TikTok, a Beijing-based video-sharing social network service, has recently become one of the most downloadable apps in the world.
Read MoreCoup is Celebrated by Malians, Condemned by Others
On August 18th, the West Africa nation of Mali, which has been beset by protests against the Government, saw its President ousted by a military coup d’état that has many nations and international organizations worried.
Read MoreJapanese Prime Minister Abe Announces Resignation
On August 28th Japan’s longest-serving Prime Minister, Shinzo Abe, announced his resignation. He has served as Prime Minister since the end of 2012.
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As Lebanese Prime Minister Struggles, Macron Intervenes
As of August 31st, former Lebanese Ambassador to Germany, Mustapha Adib has been designated as the new Lebanese Prime Minister. In the wake of the devastating August 4th Beirut explosion, the government tapped Adib as a replacement.
Read MoreCanada Job Report Shows Strong Gains
Canada’s job reports in August indicated one of the largest employment gains from the last decade, unlike many other economies, reports the Wall Street Journal.
Read MoreNissan CEO Ousted as a Result of Pay Scandal
According to Reuters, Nissan Motor Company Chief Executive, Hiroto Saikawa, considers his resignation as “passing the baton to the next generation” despite his argument of being improperly compensated.
Read MoreHigh Debt Levels are Weighing Down the Economy
Due to the economic instability in the United States, consumer debt has reached its absolute peak, reports Reuters.
Read MoreThe Anniversary of the Rohingya Massacre
Charred earth. Overgrown foliage. Tula Toli, two years after genocidal violence, has been reclaimed by the surrounding nature.
Read MoreThe Bahamas in Recovery After Hurrican Dorian
Starting as a tropical storm on August 23 and evolving into a hurricane on August 25, Dorian has left a huge hole in the Bahamas.
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