International News and Affairs

Main Points: The Ukrainian armed forces have confirmed they received cluster munitions sent by the US. Ukraine announced they would follow five key principles in using the munitions, including only using them for de-occupation purposes and not in urban areas. Despite reassurances from Ukraine, several countries including US allies expressed concern over the US’s decision to provide cluster munitions. UN …

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Warm and Humid Holiday Getaway Looking to escape to a warmer and more humid destination this holiday season? The Sacramento International Airport has exciting news for you. American Airlines will be launching nonstop flight service from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to the Miami International Airport starting from December 21, 2023. Cindy Nichol, the director of the Sacramento …

Philip Morris International to Host Webcast of 2023 Second-Quarter Philip Morris International (PMI) has announced that it will be hosting a webcast for the 2023 second-quarter earnings results. This webcast is scheduled to take place on July 15, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Interested participants can access the webcast through PMI’s official website. Introduction Philip Morris International, a leading …

Major League Baseball Announces 2024 World Tour Series in Four International Destinations In a recent announcement, Major League Baseball (MLB) revealed its plans for the 2024 World Tour Series, which will take place in four international locations. The tour will feature games in London, Mexico City, Seoul, and Santo Domingo, marking the first time MLB regular season games will be …

Main Part: Teams Gear Up for 2023/24 Season Teams around the world are eagerly preparing for the upcoming 2023/24 season in hopes of clinching prestigious silverware. Topping the list of teams to beat is Manchester City, who secured an unprecedented treble last season, including their first-ever Champions League title, under the guidance of manager Pep Guardiola. Premier League rivals Arsenal, …

Greensboro Secures Expansion of HondaJet at Piedmont Triad International Airport Greensboro, NC has scored a major victory with the announcement that HondaJet will be expanding its operations at Piedmont Triad International Airport. The president and CEO of HondaJet confirmed the news on Tuesday, solidifying the company’s commitment to the region. This expansion will result in significant job growth and a …

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 …