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In this village in Panamanian Darién, residents hope migration crisis persists

Hundreds of migrants a day arrive in Bajo Chiquito, a village in Panama's jungle where they can rest after crossing the dangerous Darién Gorge. The village, previously forgotten by the government, is now taking advantage of the migration crisis and hoping that the promised closure of the area will not happen.

Sept. 5, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Supreme Plat takes third gold in Paris and can hunt for number four

Paralympic legend Jetze Plat secures his third gold medal at the Games in Paris, claiming victory in the road race (H4) after a tough battle with Austrian competitor Thomas Fruehwirth. Plat is not done yet, as he sets his sights on one more medal in the marathon event on September 8th.

Sept. 5, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Cabinet goes ahead with law against false self-employment, despite unrest among self-employed workers

The law against false self-employment, which has existed for eight years but has so far not been enforced by the Tax Administration, will actually come into effect on January 1, 2025. Concerned parties fear chaos and lack of clarity, but the Tax Administration claims it is possible to enforce the law without causing chaos.

Sept. 5, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Father loses entire family in Russian missile strike on Lviv home

Family tragedy in Ukraine: sole survivor of Russian attack on Lviv loses wife and three daughters, described as close-knit and harmonious family with great potential for the future.

Sept. 5, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Faber scraps 'bed-bath-bread' funding, municipalities fear nuisance and insecurity

Minister Faber will stop funding the shelter for rejected asylum seekers in five major cities, arguing that they should be returning to their home countries instead of being given subsidized accommodation.

Sept. 4, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

At least four dead in high school shooting in US

Breaking news: Four dead, 30 injured in shooting at Georgia high school, suspect in custody. Police on scene and air ambulances have been called, students being held in nearby stadium.