International News and Affairs

Life Amidst the War in Ukraine This is one in an occasional series of dispatches about life amid the war in Ukraine. The Village of Preobrazhenka PREOBRAZHENKA, Ukraine — This small village in southeastern Ukraine looks serene at first glance, a typical Ukrainian village with abundant fields and lovingly tended yards. But it has not been spared by the war. …

Eleven spectacular performances! Miami / Miami Beach / Ft Lauderdale The XXVIII International Ballet Festival of Miami, artistic director Eriberto Jiménez, considered one of the most important and unique in the United States, will take place from July 22 to August 13. Every year for the last 27 years the IBFM invites more than 70 artists representing some of the …

2023 International Press Freedom Awards Journalists from Georgia, India, Mexico, and Togo will be honored this fall at the 2023 International Press Freedom Awards, which celebrate courageous reporters from around the world. Honorees Announced The Committee to Protect Journalists, which administers the award, announced Thursday the four journalists who would be honored. This year’s honorees include Georgia’s Nika Gvaramia, India’s …

Travel Chaos at Denver International Airport Wednesday was another day of travel chaos for United Airlines passengers at Denver International Airport. Dozens of delays and cancellations now leading to a headache-inducing baggage claim area with passengers searching for their belongings. Passenger Frustration “I’m frustrated, real frustrated,” said Leo Mullin. “I’ve been trying to go on this golf trip for a …

O ver the weekend, the Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinals played a two-game series at London Stadium. It marked the second time Major League Baseball had held games in England, with the first-ever overseas venture coming in 2019 between the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox. The 2023 version of the “London Series” was considered a rousing success, …

Private Equity Firm Arcline Investment Management Proposes to Buy Circor International June 28 (Reuters) – Private equity firm Arcline Investment Management on Wednesday proposed to buy Circor International (CIR.N) for $57 per share in cash, topping a rival bid from KKR & Co (KKR.N) for the industrial machinery maker. New Offer Surpasses Rival Bid The new offer is $6 more …

Target Opens at International Market Place in Waikiki HONOLULU (KHON2) — Visitors and residents of Oahu can now see Target signs on the windows of the International Market Place. The space, previously occupied by Saks Fifth Avenue, a luxury department store, will soon be home to a new Target store. Excitement Surrounding Target’s Arrival The International Market Place expressed excitement …

Monsignor John Putzer Calls for Solidarity in Protecting the Rights of Migrants Addressing the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva, Monsignor John Putzer delivers a powerful message advocating for the rights and well-being of migrants seeking a better life. Representing the Holy See, Monsignor Putzer calls on member states to unite in solidarity and continue the fight for the …

Storms force airline delays and cancellations at Newark Liberty International Airport By: News 12 Staff Jun 26, 2023, 10:05am Updated on: Jun 27, 2023 Introduction Powerful storms that crossed through New Jersey on Monday made for a travel nightmare at Newark Liberty International Airport. Flight Disruptions The airport reported about 460 flights delayed and 444 canceled as of 10 p.m. …

2023 NBA Draft: A Showcase of Talent The 2023 NBA Draft showcased an array of highly talented players that left fans and analysts alike on the edge of their seats. This year’s draft class was so highly anticipated that over 6,085,000 viewers tuned in to watch the coverage at 8pm, a testament to the excitement surrounding the event. Among the …