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Police called in to break up confrontations at UCLA campus protest
Police were called to the campus of the University of California, Los Angeles after fighting broke out this morning between some pro-Palestinian demonstrators and counter-protesters.
Morning News Brief
Florida Gov. DeSantis signed a strict new voting law. Indians are not happy with Modi as the COVID-19 crisis grows. And, advocates criticize Biden's immigration plans.
Anti-Government Protests Continue In Colombia
by John Otis
The proposed tax reform that sparked protests has been withdrawn. But Colombians are now demanding actions to tackle poverty, inequality and school reform. At least 24 people have died.
What Kind Of Violence Causes Some People To Flee Honduras For The U.S.?
by John Burnett
More families are fleeing Honduras than any other country for the U.S. southern border. They're escaping hunger, violence and catastrophic flooding.
Scotland May Once Again Try To Break Away From The United Kingdom
by Frank Langfitt
People in Scotland are voting in regional parliamentary elections. Victory for nationalist candidates will lead to calls for a referendum on Scottish independence and a possible split from the U.K.
U.S. Backs Waiving International Patent Protections For COVID Vaccines
by Sydney Lupkin
President Biden threw his support behind a World Trade Organization proposal that would waive intellectual property protections for COVID-19 vaccines — allowing countries to make their own vaccines.
While Fasting During Ramadan, Muslims Question Whether To Get Vaccinated
by Lisa Ryan
Some Muslims have wondered if they should get the COVID-19 vaccine during Ramadan, when they're fasting. Islamic scholars and vaccine clinics have been offering reassurance and workarounds.
The Pandemic Didn't Appear To Spur A Baby Boom, Rather A Bust
by Yuki Noguchi
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released preliminary data on Wednesday showing the number of births in the U.S. has dropped to the lowest level since 1979.