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On Thursday, a United Nations committee concluded that Mexico’s disappearance crisis constituted “crimes against humanity” and took what it called the “exceptional step” of forwarding the matter to the General Assembly.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

Cases of measles have risen in some countries in Asia and Africa, as well as in Europe, the US and the UK, where there is growing scepticism against vaccines, especially after the pandemic.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

The company outlined the process to pre-emptively counter consumer backlash against AI, according to Padgham.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

“There’s a difference between a Christian and a churchgoer. There’s no way Jesus sits on the sidelines while violence against vulnerable and marginalized people is occurring.”

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

I leaned back against the mural, becoming part of the scene, waiting for my secret fries with a smile on my face for no reason.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith