US will start issuing gender-neutral passports on April 11

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‘X’ stands for those with ‘unspecified or another gender identity.’ In today’s press release, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced that starting on April 11, 2022, the US Department of State will offer a third, gender-neutral ‘X’ gender option … Read More

Germany’s head of navy calls China’s naval power buildup ‘explosive’ and a cause of worry

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KEY POINTS —The head of Germany’s navy said China’s rapid naval buildup underlines a desire by leaders in Beijing to project strength. —Vice Adm. Kay-Achim Schonbach said China is increasing the size of its navy by the equivalent of the … Read More

Biden attempt to resurrect Iran nuke deal off to bumpy start

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WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration’s early efforts to resurrect the 2015 Iran nuclear deal are getting a chilly early response from Tehran. Though few expected a breakthrough in the first month of the new administration, Iran’s tough line suggests a difficult … Read More

Biden faces border challenge as migrant families arrive in greater numbers and large groups

A Guatemalan migrant and his son cross to the United States, via the Rio Grande natural border between El Paso and Ciudad Juárez in Mexico, in search of political asylum. (Herika Martinez/AFP/Getty Images) MCALLEN, Tex. — President Biden’s more-welcoming message … Read More