World News – Page 151 – Prologue Journal

Hvaldimir, beloved beluga whale and alleged Russian spy, found dead

Washington Post The beluga whale was found in Norway wearing a St. Petersburg-marked harness, prompting speculation he was a Russian intelligence asset. His cause of death is unknown. https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/09/02/russian-spy-whale-beluga-dead-norway/

German leader urges parties to boycott far right after its election wins

Washington Post The far right AfD came in first in state elections in Thuringia and a close second in Saxony, so building a coalition government without it will be difficult. https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/09/02/germany-afd-elections-thuringia-saxony/

Live Updates: Workers Strike as Israelis Seethe Over Hostage Killings

New York Times A labor strike across much of the country reflected outrage over the deaths of six hostages in Gaza. On Sunday night, thousands of protesters demanded that Israel reach a cease-fire and hostage deal with Hamas. https://www.nytimes.com/live/2024/09/01/world/hostages-strike-israel-gaza-war

General strike brings Israel to a halt, pressuring Netanyahu on hostages

Washington Post After Hamas killed six hostages, Israel erupted in protests over Netanyahu’s policy of using the military to recover the captives rather than negotiations. https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/09/02/israel-hostages-strike-funeral-gaza/

The Quiet Collaboration Between Paralympic Athletes and Their Assistants

New York Times For competition partners who share the mutual goal of winning medals, eye contact or a simple touch can be all the communication that’s needed. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/02/world/olympics/paralympics-guides-assistants.html

A nature lover, a young father: Who were the 6 hostages found dead in Gaza?

Washington Post Israel is mourning six slain hostages who were abducted by Hamas on Oct. 7. The government estimates 64 hostages remain alive in Gaza. https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/09/02/israel-gaza-hostages-killed-hamas/

Record Rainfall Spoils Crops in China, Rattling Leaders

New York Times Some vegetables cost more than they have in five years. Top Chinese officials have made a point of showing that they’re doing something about it. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/02/world/asia/china-rainfall-crops.html

India’s growing reliance on China poses challenge for U.S. trade strategy

Washington Post The United States is looking to Indian manufacturing as a way to reduce commercial ties with Chinese factories and avoid supply disruptions due to tensions. https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/09/02/india-china-manufacturing-supply-chains/

‘Dark’ tanker crash exposes dangers of China’s thirst for cheap oil

Washington Post Dark ships — vessels that deliberately hide their locations — delivering oil to China are posing major safety threats and alarming global shipping groups. https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/interactive/2024/china-dark-ships-south-china-sea/

Trudeau called out by steelworker who refuses to shake his hand during blunt exchange: ‘Don’t believe you’

Fox News Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau got an earful during a photo op from a cash-strapped steelworker who told the leader his policies have left his family scratching to make ends meet. Footage of the tense exchange in Sault Ste. Marie, a city in Ontario, which was obtained by CTV News, went viral. The…