My News Roundups
Short summaries of the top global news. Camila Salvador has contributed 8, including:
Palestinians celebrate the opening of Rafah Crossing
Ex-President of Egypt, Hosni Mubarak, had always supported the blockade of Gaza, the Palestinian territory that shares borders with Egypt. Now, the Rafah Crossing is open from 9 AM to 9 PM, allowing most Palestinians to cross every day besides Friday
Wal-Mart Faces Largest Discrimination Lawsuit in American History
Six women in a class action lawsuit claim Wal-Mart held them back because of their gender and are bringing this case to the US Supreme Court. The mega chain is denying all allegations.
A Ban on Protesting is Broken in Syria
In Damascus, Syria, about 150 people crowded around the interior ministry demanding the release of political prisoners. Twelve people were arrested, as they defied the law and broke the ban on demonstrations.
Nuclear Emergency in Japan
After an 8.9 magnitude earthquake, as well as aftershocks, Japanese technicians are struggling to stabilize a third reactor at The Fukushima Daiichi power plant. Those who lived within a 20-km radius of the plant have been evacuated.
18 Dead in Tamaulipas, Mexico
Shots were exchanged between rival gangs Los Zetas and the Gulf drug cartels in the state of Tamaulipas, Mexico. Eighteen people were killed in the crossfire at around 6:50AM on Monday.
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